Hamnet is finally coming home to screens. Chloé Zhao’s devastatingly beautiful drama, starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, officially debuts on Peacock today, March 6, 2026. The film explores the suffocating grief of William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, following the tragic death of their young son in the 16th century.

Jessie Buckley is currently the woman to beat this awards season. After sweeping the Golden Globes, BAFTAs, and Screen Actors Guild Awards, Buckley is the clear frontrunner for Best Actress at the upcoming Academy Awards. Critics have hailed her portrayal of Agnes as a career-defining turn, with The Times of India noting the film’s "heart-wrenching" emotional depth and Zhao's signature visual style.

The NBCUniversal-backed streaming service is now the exclusive home for this major contender, which boasts eight Oscar nominations, including a nod for Best Picture. Director Chloé Zhao, already an Academy Award winner for Nomadland, brings a naturalistic intimacy to the adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s best-selling novel. With the Oscars just around the corner, Hamnet is positioned as the heavy hitter to watch this weekend.