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Hamnet (2025)
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Hamnet (2025)

Genre
Drama
Release Date
November 26, 2025
Studio
Hera Pictures, Neal Street Productions, Amblin Entertainment
Official Site
https://www.focusfeatures.com/hamnet
Genre
Drama
Release Date
November 26, 2025
MPAA Rating
-
Duration
126 minute(s)
Production Budget
30000000
Studio
Hera Pictures, Neal Street Productions, Amblin Entertainment
Official Site
https://www.focusfeatures.com/hamnet
Director
Chloé Zhao
Producer
Liza Marshall, Sam Mendes, Pippa Harris
Screenwriter
Chloé Zhao, Maggie O’Farrell
Starring
  • Jessie Buckley
  • Paul Mescal
  • Emily Watson
  • Jacobi Jupe
  • Joe Alwyn
  • David Wilmot
  • Bodhi Rae Breathnach
  • Olivia Lynes
  • Noah Jupe
  • Justine Mitchell

In a poignant exploration of love and loss, "Hamnet" transports viewers to 16th-century England, where the world-renowned playwright William Shakespeare grapples with the heart-wrenching death of his son, Hamnet. As Jessie Buckley portrays the resilient Anne Hathaway—Shakespeare's devoted wife—she navigates the trials of motherhood and the profound grief that shadows their family. Paul Mescal plays the iconic playwright, whose creative genius is intricately woven with his personal tragedies, particularly the impact of losing a child.

As the story unfolds, the film delves into the emotional turmoil and societal pressures faced by the couple, highlighting their struggles to communicate and heal amidst the chaos of life and art. The film's rich and atmospheric tone, directed by Chloé Zhao, evokes a deep sense of longing and reflection, inviting the audience to witness the delicate balance between love, ambition, and sorrow. With a talented supporting cast including Emily Watson and Joe Alwyn, "Hamnet" promises to be a moving portrayal of the human experience, capturing the essence of a family united by love yet torn apart by fate.

GENRE: Drama YEAR: 2025