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Critic David Ehrlich
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...an emotionally pulverizing drama that imagines how the death of William Shakespeare and Anne (or Agnes) Hathaway’s only son might have inspired the creation of his greatest tragedy; think of it as “Shakespeare in Agony.”

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Cast & Crew

Chloé Zhao
Director
Chloé Zhao
Writer
Emily Watson
As Mary
David Wilmot
As John
Jessie Buckley
As Agnes
Noah Jupe
As Hamlet
Joe Alwyn
As Bartholomew
Paul Mescal
As Will

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In a quaint 16th-century English village, Agnes Shakespeare faces an unimaginable heartache as she mourns the loss of her young son, Hamnet. Meanwhile, her husband, the famed playwright William Shakespeare, grapples with his own grief while crafting works that would become timeless masterpieces. This poignant tale intertwines love and sorrow against a backdrop of familial bonds and societal challenges. It beautifully captures Agnes's strength and resilience as she navigates the complexities of life and death. The story unfolds with an intimate lens on their family's struggles, revealing how personal tragedy fuels artistic creation. Experience the emotional depth behind one of literature’s most enduring works as it explores themes of love, loss, and legacy.

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Hamnet will be released on January 22, 2026