The Handmaid’s Tale is returning to screens with its fifth season. The TV series, as created by Bruce Miller, is an adaptation of Margret Atwood’s infamous novel that goes by the same name. The upcoming season is expected to be even more thrilling and wild, keeping the viewers glued to their seats. As highly anticipated as season 5 is seeming to be, keep reading to know more about what the show is holding in for the audiences.
The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5: Plot and Cast
As was seen towards the end of season four, June, along with other Gilead survivors took to the woods to beat Commander Waterford to death. Season five will bring with it some serious consequences of the Commander’s murder. June is seen facing the consequences of the kill while also striving to mark her purpose and identity. With Gilead’s influence creeping into Canada, Serena, the widow, tries to shape her profile in Toronto. Forming an ally with Aunt Lydia, Commander Lawrence is attempting to reform Gilead in order to rise in power. While holding their grounds tight in their mission to save Hannah and reunite with her, Luke, Moira, and June are fighting Gilead keeping a distance.
The primary cast of The Handmaid’s Tale is retained in season 5 and includes Elisabeth Moss as June Osborne, Max Minghella as Commander Nick Blaine, Bradley Whitford as Commander Joseph Lawrence, Yvonne Strahovski as Serena Joy Waterford, Samira Wiley as Moira, Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia, O-T Fagbenle as Luke Bankole, and Madeline Brewer as Janine. The newest inclusion for the upcoming season includes Genevieve Angelson, the New Amsterdam actress, as Mrs. Wheeler.
The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5: Release Date
The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5 premieres on September 14, 2022, on Hulu. Two episodes will be launched on the day of release followed by a new episode every week.
The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5: Trailer
The official trailer of The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5 is not out yet. Till its release, take a quick peek at the teaser of the show by clicking on the tab below:
