Jessie Buckley nominated for Bafta as Hamnet makes historyBy Laura Harding, Press Association Deputy Entertainment EditorIrish actress Jessie Buckley has continued her awards season streak with a Bafta nomination for her role in Hamnet. The film is nominated for 11 Baftas – including best film, outstanding British film and best director for Zhao. Paul Mescal, who plays Shakespeare, is nominated for best supporting actor, just days after he was snubbed by the Oscars, while co-star Emily Watson is nominated for best supporting actress. The film is also recognised in the best film category, as well as best director, and best supporting actress for British-Nigerian star Wunmi Mosaku. Marty Supreme, starring Timothee Chalamet as an ambitious table tennis player, ties with Hamnet with 11 nominations, including best actor, best film and best director for Josh Safdie.

Source: Irish Independent January 28, 2026 00:44 UTC