The Handmaid's Tale Updated 10/12/19
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SEASON SYNOPSIS: June faces consequences for killing Commander Waterford while struggling to redefine her identity and purpose. The widowed Serena attempts to raise her profile in Toronto as Gilead’s influence creeps into Canada. Commander Lawrence works with Nick and Aunt Lydia as he tries to reform Gilead and rise in power. June, Luke and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue their mission to save and reunite with Hannah.
SERIES SYNOPSIS: Adapted from the classic novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale is the story of life in the dystopia of Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly the United States. Offred (Elizabeth Moss), one of the few fertile women known as Handmaids in the oppressive Republic of Gilead, struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful Commander and his resentful wife.
STARRING (series regulars):
The series stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, Sam Jaeger.
CREDITS:
“The Handmaid’s Tale” is produced by MGM Television and executive produced by Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Eric Tuchman, Yahlin Chang, Rachel Shukert, Sheila Hockin, John Weber, Frank Siracusa, Steve Stark and Kim Todd. The series is internationally distributed by MGM.
S5 Episode 501 ‘Morning’
June confronts the consequences of killing Fred. A scared Serena makes an unexpected decision.
Written By: Bruce Miller
Directed By: Elisabeth Moss
S4 Episode 410 ‘The Wilderness’
June draws on all her resources and relationships, risking everything to ensure her own kind of justice.
Written By: Bruce Miller
S4 Episode 409 ‘Progress’
June and Luke work together to save Hannah, reaching out to Lawrence and Nick for help. Serena and Fred greet unexpected visitors from Gilead. Janine tries to assist Aunt Lydia when a Handmaid-in-training goes on a hunger strike at the Red Center.
Written By: Aly Monroe & Eric Tuchman
S4 Episode 408 ‘Testimony’
June confronts Fred and Serena in court and challenges Emily to face a painful reminder of her Gilead past. Lawrence presents Aunt Lydia with a newly captured, familiar Handmaid.
Written By: Kira Snyder
S4 Episode 407 ‘Home’
June struggles with her newfound freedom, reuniting with loved ones and confronting her nemesis, Serena.
Written By: Yahlin Chang
S4 Episode 406 ‘Vows’
After a shocking reunion with a dear friend, June contemplates the possibility of freedom, and confronts the unfulfilled promises she’s made to herself and to Luke.
Written By: Dorothy Fortenberry
S4 Episode 405 ‘Chicago’
June seeks out more active rebels in the Chicago war zone, while Janine tries to help her fit in with their new group of survivors. Moira goes on her first field aid mission.
Written By: Nina Fiore & John Herrera
S4 Episode 404 ‘Milk’
June takes a harrowing journey with Janine, trying to escape Gilead, as Janine remembers a stressful experience in her past. In Toronto, Serena tries to manipulate Rita, who seeks advice from Moira.
Written By: Jacey Heldrich
S4 Episode 403 ‘The Crossing’
Captured by Gilead, June faces a vengeful Aunt Lydia and endures a torturous interrogation. Nick and Lawrence collaborate to protect June. In Toronto, Luke struggles with how to help June and Hannah.
Written By: Bruce Miller
S4 Episode 402 ‘Nightshade’
June plots revenge at the local Jezebels, before she and the Handmaids plan to leave the farm for the next safe house. In Toronto, Moira deals with the fallout of June’s choices, and Serena and Fred are bound together by a miracle.
Written By: Kira Snyder
S4 Episode 401 ‘Pigs’
On the run after the end of Season 3, an injured June and the fugitive Handmaids find refuge at a farm, where the 14-year-old Wife nurses June back to health. June restores her role as the women’s leader. In Gilead, an imprisoned Lawrence tries to avoid a death sentence, and Aunt Lydia reels from the loss of 86 children on Angels’ Flight. The combative Waterfords, in custody in Toronto, learn of June’s feat.
Written By: Bruce Miller
S3 Episode 313 ‘Mayday’
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.
S3 Episode 312 ‘Sacrifice’
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.
S3 Episode 311 ‘Liars’
June must rely on an unpredictable Commander Lawrence to execute her plan, but a terrifying return to a place from June’s past puts everything in jeopardy. Serena Joy and Commander Waterford take a clandestine trip.
S3 Episode 310 ‘Bear Witness’
Ready to strike back at her oppressors, June starts making arrangements for an ambitious plan, but a devious ploy on the part of Commander Waterford threatens to derail her. In Canada, hope turns to tragedy for Moira, Luke, and Emily.
S3 Episode 309 ‘Heroic’
Confined in a hospital, June’s sanity begins to fray. An encounter with Serena Joy forces June to reassess her recent actions.
S3 Episode 308 ‘Unfit’
June and the rest of the Handmaids shun Ofmatthew, 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.
S3 Episode 307 ‘Under His Eye’
June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah. Emily must face her past crimes as the ongoing international diplomatic crisis becomes more complicated. Serena and Fred contemplate their future in Washington.
S3 Episode 306 ‘Household’
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.
S3 Episode 305 ‘Unknown Caller’
June and Serena grapple with the revelation that Luke is caring for Nichole in Canada, leading to an incident that will have far-reaching ramifications.
S3 Episode 304 ‘God Bless the Child’
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.
S3 Episode 303 ‘Watch Out’
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
S3 Episode 302 ‘Mary and Martha’
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.
S3 Episode 301 ‘Night’
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.
S2 Episode 213 ‘The Word’
Serena and the other Wives strive to make change. Emily learns more about her new Commander. Offred faces a difficult decision.
S2 Episode 212 ‘Postpartum’
Offred is sent to a familiar place. Nick is rocked by Gilead’s brutal response to a crime. Emily is assigned to a mysterious new house.
S2 Episode 211 ‘Holly’
Offred faces a grueling challenge alone as she recalls her life as a mother. Serena Joy and the Commander deal with the fallout of their actions towards Offred.
S2 Episode 210 ‘The Last Ceremony’
A frustrated Serena becomes desperate. The Commander tries to make amends with Offred. Nick pushes Eden farther away. Offred is faced with an unexpected reunion.
S2 Episode 209 ‘Smart Power’
The Waterfords embark on a diplomatic trip abroad. Serena faces the temptation of life outside Gilead. Luke and Moira grapple with survivor’s guilt. Offred seeks support from allies.
S2 Episode 208 ‘Women's Work’
A sick baby tests Offred and Serena. Janine finally faces Naomi.
Contacts
- Lauren Thorpe, Senior Manager, Publicity • Lauren.Thorpe@disney.com
- Lydia McMahon • Lydia.McMahon@disney.com