Hamnet Blu-ray

Hamnet is a Blu-ray film directed by Chloé Zhao, following William Shakespeare and Agnes through family life, loss and grief. The listing describes a single-disc release with special features and multiple language options, though some format details conflict.

At a glance

A family drama centred on Shakespeare, Agnes and the loss of their child, as described in the listing.
The description lists three special features, including a feature commentary with director Chloé Zhao.
The description claims 1080p presentation and 1.78:1 widescreen, with broad subtitle language coverage.

Price

£11.39Save 29%

Reference price: ~~£15.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

One disc and a stated runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes make the listed edition straightforward to assess for a film collection.
The described extras include commentary by director Chloé Zhao and features on creativity and the Tudor period.
Audio description is listed for English and French European.

Technical specifications

16 specifications

Disc and film
Media format	Blu-ray
Number of discs	1
Run time	2 hours and 5 minutes
Director	Chloé Zhao
Actors	Jessie Buckley, Joe Alwyn, Paul Mescal
Studio	Universal
Release date	13 April 2026
Rating	Suitable for 12 years and over

Video and audio
Video/aspect ratio (description)	1080p High-Definition - 1.78:1 Widescreen
Audio (description)	English, German - Dolby Atmos. Castilian Spanish, French European, Italian - Dolby Digital 5.1. English, French European - Audio Description
Language (details)	English (DTS 5.1), German (DTS 5.1), Italian (Dolby Digital 5.1)

Subtitles and region
Subtitles	English SDH, Castilian Spanish, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French European, German, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish
Region	A, B, C

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	20 x 17 x 2 cm; 70 g

Additional listing details
Language	English
Country of origin	Poland

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing's media details are inconsistent: the format field says Blu-ray, while the description claims 1080p, lists Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital 5.1, and the details field gives DTS 5.1 for English and German. The aspect-ratio field says "Unknown" despite the description's 1.78:1 claim. Confirm the selected edition's video and audio details before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in Shakespeare, family relationships and a story of grief and resilience.
Collectors who want a Blu-ray with director commentary and listed behind-the-scenes features.
Buyers who benefit from the listed subtitle options or audio description.

Less suited to

Viewers seeking an undisputed technical specification for the disc's aspect ratio or audio formats based solely on this listing.
Those who prefer consistently fast-paced films, since customer feedback includes some reports that the film felt boring.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 998 ratings

5 stars65%65%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars9%9%
2 stars4%4%
1 star7%7%

Customer feedback praises Jessie Buckley's acting, the emotional impact, storyline and moving finale, with some finding the film thoughtful and engaging. Other viewers describe it as boring or not worth the effort, and reactions to enjoyment and value are mixed. This is a character-focused drama, so those who enjoy reflective stories may be more receptive, while viewers wanting brisk pacing may be less satisfied.

Positive themes

Customers highlight Jessie Buckley's performance and the film's emotional story.
Some customers find the film thought-provoking and engaging.

Negative themes

Some customers consider the film boring and not worth the effort.

Mixed feedback

Customer views on enjoyment and value are mixed.

Frequently asked questions

What is included with this Hamnet edition?

The listing describes a one-disc Blu-ray and names three special features: Family Is Forever, Cultivating Creativity and Recreating the Tudor Period, plus a feature commentary with Chloé Zhao.

What runtime does the listing give?

It lists 2 hours and 5 minutes. The description calls this approximate.

Are the listed video and audio specifications consistent?

No. The aspect-ratio field says "Unknown" while the description claims 1.78:1, and audio formats differ between the description and product details. Confirm the edition details before purchase.