Set in a dystopian future, a woman is forced to live as a concubine under a fundamentalist theocratic dictatorship. A TV adaptation of Margaret Atwood's novel.
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 12, 2023.
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Confined in a hospital, June’s sanity begins to fray. An encounter with Serena Joy forces June to reassess her recent actions.
The episode was rated 7.26 from 2394 votes.
June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah. Emily must face her past crimes as the ongoing international diplomatic crisis becomes more complicated.
The episode was rated 7.65 from 2404 votes.
June helps Marthas with a dangerous task while navigating a relationship with her pious and untrustworthy new walking partner. Emily and Luke struggle with their altered circumstances.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 2644 votes.
June navigates a meeting where she must face both Commander Waterford and Nick. Serena Joy attempts to recuperate at her mother’s home. Lawrence teaches June a hard lesson about the difficult decisions he makes as a Commander.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 2579 votes.
June and the rest of the Handmaids shun of Matthew, and both are pushed to their limit at the hands of Aunt Lydia. Aunt Lydia reflects on her life and relationships before the rise of Gilead.
The episode was rated 7.73 from 2475 votes.
June negotiates a truce in the Waterfords’ fractured relationship. Janine oversteps with the Putnam family, and a still-healing Aunt Lydia offers a brutal public punishment.
The episode was rated 7.75 from 2565 votes.
June must deal with a devious ploy on the part of Commander Waterford.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 2391 votes.
June accompanies the Waterfords to Washington D.C., where a powerful family offers a glimpse of the future of Gilead. June makes an important connection as she attempts to protect Nichole.
The episode was rated 7.82 from 2505 votes.
Gilead leadership is rocked by losses among their own. Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals in Canada. June worries about disruptions to her plan, only to have tragedy strike the entire household.
The episode was rated 7.87 from 2375 votes.
June embarks on a bold mission with unexpected consequences. Emily and Nichole make a harrowing journey. The Waterfords reckon with Serena Joy’s choice to send Nichole away.
The episode was rated 7.89 from 2862 votes.
June and Serena grapple with a new revelation about Nichole, leading to an incident that will have far-reaching ramifications.
The episode was rated 7.92 from 2549 votes.
A return to Jezebels puts everything in jeopardy; Serena Joy and Commander Waterford take a clandestine trip.
The episode was rated 8.21 from 2484 votes.
With her plan in place, June reaches the point of no return on her bold strike against Gilead and must decide how far she’s willing to go. Serena Joy and Commander Waterford attempt to find their way forward in their new lives.
The episode was rated 8.45 from 2499 votes.
