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A wave of rebellion dressed in red is advancing into the unsettling world of Gilead.
The much-anticipated sixth and concluding season of The Handmaid’s Tale has officially launched on Hulu. The initial trio of episodes from this dystopian narrative is now ready for streaming. This season, drawing inspiration from Margaret Atwood’s renowned novel, features Offred/June Osborne (portrayed by Elisabeth Moss) as she spearheads the resistance against the oppressive, extremist regime that has taken over the former United States.
Quick Overview: Streaming Details for The Handmaid’s Tale
- Release Date: April 8
- Total Episodes: 10
- Available On: Hulu
The series, acclaimed at the Emmy Awards, showcases an impressive ensemble cast, including Yvonne Strahovski, Bradley Whitford, Max Minghella, Ann Dowd, O.T. Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, Sam Jaeger, Ever Carradine, and Josh Charles.
Following the success of The Handmaid’s Tale, a spinoff titled The Testaments is on the horizon, featuring Lucy Halliday alongside Dowd and Chase Infiniti. Elisabeth Moss will also be involved as an executive producer in this new series set 15 years post the events depicted in the original show.
Showrunners Eric Tuchman and Yahlin Chang, along with executive producer Bruce Miller and Moss—who not only produces but also directs several episodes of season six—recently discussed the impending final chapter with The Hollywood Reporter.
Tuchman expressed their aspiration for the season to resonate with themes of “triumph and uplift,”as remarked by Yahlin. “The previous seasons have been deeply dark and unsettling. Now, as we conclude the series, it is focused on resistance, courage, and a hopeful outlook,”he emphasized. “It’s the right moment for that new direction.”
For trailers and further insights on streaming The Handmaid’s Tale online, continue reading for episode schedules, finale dates, and options for free viewing.
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How to Stream The Handmaid’s Tale: Episode Schedule & Finale
The sixth season of The Handmaid’s Tale encompasses a total of 10 episodes, with the first three currently available for streaming exclusively on Hulu. The series will continue with the next episodes released every Tuesday, culminating in the series finale scheduled for May 27.
To enjoy The Handmaid’s Tale, you need a subscription to Hulu, which offers plans starting at $9.99 monthly with ads and $18.99 without ads. New subscribers can take advantage of a 30-day free trial of the Hulu (with Ads) package or a three-day trial of Hulu + Live TV starting at $82.99 monthly.
Cord-cutters can enhance their viewing experience with the Disney Duo bundle (featuring Disney+ and Hulu) available from $10.99 monthly with ads, or select the Disney Trio (Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+) for $16.99 per month with ads. For comprehensive details regarding Disney’s streaming bundle options, click here.
Where to Purchase The Handmaid’s Tale Books Online
Originally published in 1998, Margaret Atwood’s acclaimed novel The Handmaid’s Tale is currently available at Amazon with discounts of 50% on paperback editions and 32% off hardcover ones. You can also find it with an 11% discount at bookshop.org. If you prefer audiobooks, the exclusive Audible version is narrated by Claire Danes, and new subscribers can enjoy an enticing offer of Premium Plus for just 99 cents for the first three months; find the promotional details on the Audible website.
E-book aficionados can also access the Kindle edition of The Handmaid’s Tale at no charge with a Kindle Unlimited membership; discover more here.