After Hamnet debuted, it was immediately seen as a prestige award contender, and its most undeniable force became Jessie Buckley. She plays Agnes in the movie and delivers a beautifully raw performance.
Hamnet is adapted from Maggie O’Farrell’s eponymous novel, and it fictionalizes the devastating loss of Agnes and William Shakespeare’s young son. It essentially reimagines how grief shaped the writing of the famous play, Hamlet.
So, let’s look at why Jessie Buckley will most likely win an Oscar for this role, and why it would be disappointing if she doesn’t!
How Jessie Buckley Became the Strongest Oscar Contender in 2026
Jessie Buckley’s award momentum tells…
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