Agnes Hathaway (Jessie Buckley), a free-spirited herbalist with a deep connection to nature, falls in love with William Shakespeare (Paul Mescal), an ambitious Latin tutor with artistic aspirations. After their marriage, William leaves for London to pursue his dreams, while Agnes remains in Stratford with their children—Susanna (Bodhi Rae Breathnach), Hamnet (Jacobi Jupe), and Judith (Olivia Lynes).

Adapted from the bestselling novel Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell, the film premiered at the Telluride Film Festival in August 2025 and received multiple accolades. These include Best Motion Picture – Drama and Best Actress (Drama) for Jessie Buckley at the Golden Globe Awards 2026, the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025, inclusion in the American Film Institute’s Top 10 Films of 2025, Actress of the Year for Jessie Buckley at the London Film Critics’ Circle Awards (ALFS), and the Chairman’s Vanguard Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival 2026 for Chloe Zhao, Jessie Buckley, and Paul Mescal. The Indonesian Film Censorship Board (LSF) has classified the film for audiences aged 17 and above. Be discerning in selecting content suitable for your age. (ian)