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"Hamnet" Teaser Unveils Shakespeare's Grief, Awards Buzz Grows

8/26/2025

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Focus Features released the teaser trailer for "Hamnet," directed by Chloé Zhao, with limited release on November 27 and wider release on December 12, 2025.
The film, based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel, depicts William Shakespeare's grief following his son Hamnet's death.
Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley portray Shakespeare and Agnes, with Emily Watson and Joe Alwyn in supporting roles.
"Hamnet" is expected to be a significant contender in the upcoming awards season, premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7.

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Focus Features released the teaser trailer for "Hamnet," directed by Chloé Zhao, with limited release on November 27 and wider release on December 12, 2025.
The film, based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel, depicts William Shakespeare's grief following his son Hamnet's death.
Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley portray Shakespeare and Agnes, with Emily Watson and Joe Alwyn in supporting roles.
"Hamnet" is expected to be a significant contender in the upcoming awards season, premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7.