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The final season of The Handmaid’s Tale is on the horizon, marking the end of a series one of the most acclaimed of the past ten years. This last season promises one more journey to Gilead amid a fracturing counter-revolution.
Since its debut in 2017, The Handmaid’s Tale has emerged as the definitive dystopian narrative amidst a sea of similar themes, especially resonant a few months into Donald Trump’s presidency. Its grim and furious narrative offered a release for those apprehensive about the forthcoming four years. As we approach the conclusion of this saga in Gilead, it unfolds under the looming possibility of Trump’s re-election and the overturning of Roe v. Wade, making its themes feel eerily prescient.
Season five concluded with June heading towards Honolulu via Vancouver, with Luke detained during their escape attempt. Despite their efforts to part ways, June and Nick remain fixated on each other, underlining their continued entanglement with the state of Gilead. The impending sixth season raises several questions about their fates and the future of Gilead itself.
Release Date for The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6
The exact release date remains a topic of speculation. Initially set to begin filming in fall 2023, the SAG-AFTRA strikes have caused delays. However, in February 2024, Disney’s TV chief, Craig Erwich, provided a tentative timeline: “The Handmaid’s Tale is scheduled for production this summer, with a premiere set for 2025,” leaving a broad timeframe for its debut.
Cast of The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6
The core ensemble will return for the final season, including Elisabeth Moss, Max Minghella, Yvonne Strahovski, Madeline Brewer, Ann Dowd, O-T Fagbenle, and others. However, Alexis Bledel, known for her role as Emily (formerly Ofglen), has exited the series, with her character returning to Gilead.
Upcoming Projects for Elisabeth Moss
Moss has a busy schedule ahead, with roles in various projects, including the comedy-drama Next Goal Wins, a portrayal of Eleanor Coppola in Francis and the Godfather, and leading roles in the TV projects She Will Rise and The Veil, as well as the sci-fi film Shell.
Expectations for The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6
The final season poses significant questions: Will June and Nick reunite? Can Gilead be dismantled? Moss hints at a season focused on June’s self-discovery and broader battles beyond individual struggles. The departure of showrunner Bruce Miller, who shifts focus to the spin-off series The Testaments, might slightly alter the series’ direction. However, significant changes in storytelling or character focus, especially concerning fan favourites like Moira and Rita, are not anticipated.
Setting Up for The Testaments
With Miller’s transition to The Testaments, the sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale, there’s speculation on how season six will connect to the upcoming series. Moss suggests the continuation of Gilead’s story without an explicit obligation to conclude it in The Handmaid’s Tale, leaving room for further exploration in the spin-off.
Where to Watch The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6
The final season will be available on Channel 4, Amazon Prime in the UK, and Hulu in the United States.
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