Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal nominated for Baftas as Hamnet makes history

The film is nominated for 11 Baftas – including best film, outstanding British film and best director for Zhao.
Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal attend the screening of Hamnet at the Southbank Centre, Royal Festival Hall, London. Picture: PA.

Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal attend the screening of Hamnet at the Southbank Centre, Royal Festival Hall, London. Picture: PA.

Tue, 27 Jan, 2026 - 12:14
Laura Harding

Kerry actress Jessie Buckley has continued her awards season streak with a Bafta nomination for her role in Hamnet.

The film, helmed by Chloe Zhao, has broken the record for the most nominations for a female-directed film in Bafta history, with 11.

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