Hamnet

Name: Hamnet
Director: Chloé Zhao
Genre: Drama, Romance, History
Released: 2025-11-26
Rating: 8.1

November 26, 2025· 2h 6m

Drama Romance History

Directed by

Chloé Zhao

Cast

Jessie Buckley Paul Mescal Emily Watson Joe Alwyn Jacobi Jupe Noah Jupe +29 more ↓

Cinemagraphs Score8.1

The powerful story of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare's timeless masterpiece, Hamlet.

Audience Sentiment

Overall8.1

1 — Hated it5 — Neutral10 — Masterpiece

Critics

8+ Great

6-8 Good

<6 Poor

4 reviews·Last updated 13d ago

Peak Moment

Hamnet's sacrifice for Judith

9.2at 1h 24m

Lowest Moment

William departs for London

6.8at 44m

Biggest Swing

The film surges from its lowest point during William's London departure to its emotional peak with Hamnet's selfless sacrifice, representing a 2.4 point jump that reflects the shift from mundane plot mechanics to profound human drama

Critics praised Hamnet as a work of art that transforms personal tragedy into transcendent cinema, with particular acclaim for the twins' story and the film's exploration of how grief becomes great art. While some noted pacing challenges in the middle sections, reviewers were consistently moved by the performances and Zhao's poetic direction, especially in the film's devastating and redemptive final act.

4 reviews analyzed|Sources: Tmdb