The Handmaid's Tale

10 Best Episodes of The Handmaid's Tale - Season 5

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.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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The Handmaid's Tale - S5E1

#10 - Morning (Season 5 - Episode 1)

June confronts the consequences of killing Fred. A scared Serena makes an unexpected decision.

The episode was rated 7.51 from 1120 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E5

#9 - Fairytale (Season 5 - Episode 5)

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June and Luke embark on a dangerous quest. Serena gets to know her new hosts.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 975 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E4

#8 - Dear Offred (Season 5 - Episode 4)

June fights her need for violent revenge as Serena settles into her new role in Toronto. Rattled by Janine, Aunt Lydia makes a surprising suggestion to Lawrence.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 1003 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E9

#7 - Allegiance (Season 5 - Episode 9)

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June and Luke prepare for a rescue mission. Serena tries new tactics with her oppressive hosts. Lawrence makes a surprising proposal to elevate his status.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 916 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E3

#6 - Border (Season 5 - Episode 3)

June and Moira join a rebel outpost. As a pregnant widow, Serena tries to restore her status. Aunt Lydia questions her strict methods of dealing with Handmaids.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 1007 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E2

#5 - Ballet (Season 5 - Episode 2)

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June struggles to move on with her life in Toronto. Serena plans an elaborate memorial. Aunt Lydia and Janine prepare Esther for her first posting as a Handmaid.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 1033 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E8

#4 - Motherland (Season 5 - Episode 8)

June considers a tempting but risky offer from a surprise visitor. Serena hits rock bottom and searches for allies.

The episode was rated 7.80 from 933 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E7

#3 - No Manโ€™s Land (Season 5 - Episode 7)

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June and Serena find themselves in a desperate situation.

The episode was rated 7.91 from 982 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E6

#2 - Together (Season 5 - Episode 6)

June and Lukeโ€™s mission puts them in serious jeopardy. Serena senses a threat from her benefactors. Lawrence and Nick make a shocking power move.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 974 votes.

The Handmaid's Tale - S5E10

#1 - Safe (Season 5 - Episode 10)

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Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its violent supporters in Toronto.

The episode was rated 7.98 from 962 votes.

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