Cinema Book Club: Hamnet12A126 min
Director: Chloé Zhao
Starring:Jessie Buckley, Emily Watson, Joe Alwyn, Paul Mescal
Released:09-Jan-2026
Synopsis
Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal star in Chloe Zhao’s big-screen version of Maggie O’Farrell beloved bestseller, Hamnet, which follows the journey of grieving parents, Agnes and William Shakespeare and how they individually find ways to cope with the aftermath of their son’s death.
Cinema Book Club selects the best (and worst!) screen adaptations to watch and discuss in our unique book-to-screen club. Each month we'll pick a different book and film for discussion. Read the book, then join us for the film and a discussion afterwards in the bar. No need to join, just show up on the night and join in.
Everyone is welcome, even if you haven’t read the book!