The long-awaited sixth and final season of The Handmaid’s Tale is almost here, and fans are eager to see how the story of June Osborne (Elisabeth Moss) and the fight against Gilead concludes. It’s set to arrive in the spring, and Hulu just increased the anticipation with a new trailer that teases us about what might take place. With production now wrapped and a release date set, here’s what you need to know about the upcoming season.
Hulu has officially announced that season 6 will premiere on April 8, 2025. The long-awaited return will feature a three-episode release that is sure to pull you back into the dark world of Gilead, followed by weekly episodes until the finale premiers on May 27, 2025.
What to expect from The Handmaid’s Tale final season
Fans expect a gripping and intense final season of The Handmaid’s Tale that brings the series to a conclusion. June has started a revolution and is in deeper than ever but has help from allies like Luke and Moira. Serena Joy will be attempting to reform Gillead from within, potentially setting up a clash with June. Other major characters, including Commander Lawrence and Aunt Lydia, will likely need to confront the consequences of their past actions.
The conclusion of Nicks story will also be interesting, though he will likely need to prove his loyalties as he has always found it hard to choose between his love for June and his position of authority.
The first teaser trailer hints at a revolution
The new trailer shows a little of what’s ahead and shows June more determined than ever as she prepares for what looks like the final battle against Gilead, with scenes of handmaids arming themselves, suggesting a large-scale uprising.
Tensions also look to be rising for other key characters, with each one at some type of crossroads that will determine their future. The showrunner promises that the final season will explore the consequences of power and resistance, and the scenes in the trailer point to exactly that.
Filming for The Handmaid’s Tale season 6 officially wrapped in early February 2025 and many of the actors took to social media to thank the fans for their support over the years. Elisabeth Moss, who not only stars as June but also directs several episodes, expressed how emotional it was to film the final scenes and promises a powerful and satisfying conclusion.
With The Handmaid’s Tale wrapping up, many fans are wondering how the story will connect to Margaret Atwood’s 2019 novel, The Testaments, which looks at the events after The Handmaid’s Tale through the eyes of Aunt Lidea and two young women. Hulu has already announced plans to adapt The Testaments into a new series, and we may see the setup for it in these final episodes, which will likely include a new character.
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