Hold onto your seats, because the stakes have never been higher, and the anticipation is at an all-time peak for the upcoming sixth season of The Handmaid’s Tale.
Crafted by the visionary Bruce Miller, The Handmaid’s Tale is a gripping saga rooted in Margaret Atwood’s timeless 1985 novel. Set in a chilling dystopian world torn apart by a second American Civil War, this totalitarian society enslaves fertile women as Handmaids, subjecting them to the harrowing ordeal of childbearing against their will.
The journey began with Season 1, captivating audiences when it first graced Hulu’s screens on April 26, 2017. It was an instant sensation, earning a well-deserved renewal for its sophomore season, which premiered on April 25, 2018.
As the tale unfolded, the excitement only intensified. Hulu delighted fans by ordering a third season, which hit screens in August 2019. The series continued to push boundaries, securing yet another renewal for a fourth season, which premiered on April 27, 2021, delivering shockwaves of suspense and intrigue.
But the story doesn’t end there. In a monumental decision that shook fans to their core, Hulu renewed The Handmaid’s Tale for a fifth season in December 2020. The wait was grueling, but it was all worth it when the latest season finally graced our screens on September 14, 2022.
Now, as we eagerly anticipate Season 6, one thing is certain: The Handmaid’s Tale is a groundbreaking series that keeps us hooked with every twist and turn. Brace yourselves for a gripping narrative that continues to explore the depths of human resilience and the fight for freedom in a world gone awry. The countdown has begun!”
When Is The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6 Releasing?
The Handmaid’s Tale showrunner Bruce Miller shared the following statement after the Season 6 renewal:
“It has been a true honor to tell the story of Margaret Atwood’s groundbreaking novel and chillingly relevant world, and we are thrilled to bring viewers a sixth and final season of The Handmaid’s Tale. We are grateful to Hulu and MGM for allowing us to tell this story, which unfortunately has remained as relevant as ever throughout its run, and are in awe of our incredible fans for their unwavering support, and without whom we never would have gotten to this point.”
After Season 5 ended its run on November 9, 2022, Hulu has yet to announce Season 6’s official release date.
In November 2022, The Handmaid’s Tale lead star Elizabeth Moss spoke with Elle to tease what lies ahead in Season 6 while noting that it will be a while before fans see anything new:
“It feels like it’s going to be so long until you guys get to see anything else. And I apologize personally for that, but every season we do gets bigger, and it takes longer to make every time. And because it’s the final season, we really want to make sure that it’s exactly what we want to do.”
Madeline Brewer, who plays Janine in the series, claimed during The Graham Norton Show Series 30 New Year’s Eve Show that Season 6 would be “coming in 2024.”
