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Hamnet

7.720252h 5mPGMovieDramaRomance

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

DirectorChloé Zhao

WritersChloé Zhao·Maggie O'Farrell

ProducersSam Mendes·Pippa Harris

Where to watch

Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Amazon Prime Video with Ads

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Chloé Zhao

Jessie Buckley

Paul Mescal

Emily Watson

Joe Alwyn

Jacobi Jupe

Noah Jupe

Olivia Lynes

Justine Mitchell

Justine Mitchell

David Wilmot

Louisa Harland

Freya Hannan-Mills

Freya Hannan-Mills

Bodhi Rae Breathnach

Bodhi Rae Breathnach

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Hamnet — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hamnet?

Hamnet is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Hamnet on Netflix?

No, Hamnet is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is Hamnet on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Hamnet is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Hamnet for free?

Hamnet is available on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Hamnet based on a true story?

Yes — Hamnet is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).