Hamnet

Hamnet is a 2025 historical drama film co-written, co-edited and directed by Chloé Zhao, based on Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 novel.

The film follows the relationship between William Shakespeare and his wife Agnes, and the impact of the tragic death of their 11-year-old son Hamnet on their lives. It stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal as Agnes and William, respectively, alongside Emily Watson and Joe Alwyn in supporting roles.

The film had its world premiere at the 52nd Telluride Film Festival, and will be given a limited theatrical release in the United States and Canada on November 27th, 2025 by Focus Features, expanding nationwide on December 12th, 2025.