Okay Handmaid's Tale watchers get ready because things are about to get seriously real. The trailer for the sixth and final season just landed and let me tell you it is packed with drama action and a whole lot of red. After years of oppression and struggle it looks like a full-blown rebellion is finally brewing in Gilead. Buckle up because this last ride is going to be wild.
Trailer Breakdown: June's Rage Serena's Surprise and All-Out War in Gilead
The trailer wastes no time setting the stage. June Osborne played by the amazing Elisabeth Moss is front and center and she is DONE with Gilead. "Rise up and fight for your freedom!" she yells making it crystal clear what this season is all about. June is leading a resistance and she is pulling out all the stops to take down the oppressive regime once and for all. She declares "We use all of our friends everyone and anyone who hates Gilead to finally declare: enough.” It is time for war.
We see glimpses of June with both Luke her husband and Nick her complicated lover. It looks like she is reuniting with both as she plans her attack on Gilead. Luke seems totally on board telling her "We’re just two lunatics going into Gilead on a wing and a prayer." But June is confident replying with "They will never see us coming."
Meanwhile Serena Joy Waterford Yvonne Strahovski is in her own world of confusion. The trailer hints that she is trying to make sense of her place maybe even attempt to reform Gilead from within. But is that even possible at this point? And then there is a huge reveal: Serena is getting married again! We see her in a blue wedding dress surrounded by handmaids and later being carried across the threshold by a new character played by Josh Charles. Who is this mystery groom and what does this mean for Serena? It's all very intriguing.
The trailer promises a revolution is no longer just a dream it's happening. We see handmaids armed ready to fight and Aunt Lydia Ann Dowd seems to be losing it realizing June is behind the escalating chaos. It's clear this final season is going to be explosive emotional and full of twists.
What to Expect in the Final Season: Plot Details Revealed
Hulu has given us an official logline for season six and it gives us some clues about what to expect:
“June’s unyielding spirit and determination pull her back into the fight to take down Gilead. Luke and Moira join the resistance. Serena tries to reform Gilead while Commander Lawrence and Aunt Lydia reckon with what they have wrought and Nick faces challenging tests of character. This final chapter of June’s journey highlights the importance of hope courage solidarity and resilience in the pursuit of justice and freedom.”
So basically expect June to be relentless in her fight. Luke and Moira are joining the resistance alongside her. Serena's storyline is still a mystery but she seems to be attempting some kind of reform within Gilead. Commander Lawrence and Aunt Lydia will have to face the consequences of their actions and Nick will be tested in major ways. Themes of hope courage and resilience will be central as June seeks justice and freedom in this final chapter.
The Cast is Back: Who's Who in Handmaid's Tale Season 6
The final season brings back a stellar cast including:
- Elisabeth Moss as June Osborne
- Yvonne Strahovski as Serena Joy Waterford
- Bradley Whitford as Commander Lawrence
- Max Minghella as Nick Blaine
- Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia
- O-T Fagbenle as Luke Bankole
- Samira Wiley as Moira Strand
- Madeline Brewer as Janine Lindo
- Amanda Brugel as Rita Blue
- Sam Jaeger as Mark Tuello
- Ever Carradine as Naomi Putnam
- Josh Charles as a new character (Serena's groom?)
It's a powerful ensemble cast ready to bring this epic story to a close.
Mark Your Calendars: Release Date and How to Watch
The wait is almost over! The Handmaid's Tale season six premieres on Hulu on April 8th. Get ready for a three-episode drop right away to kick things off. After that new episodes will be released weekly on Tuesdays until the series finale on May 27th. You can also catch it on Hulu on Disney+.
Beyond Gilead: What About The Testaments Sequel Series?
Even though The Handmaid's Tale is ending it's not goodbye to Gilead completely. A sequel series called The Testaments based on Margaret Atwood's follow-up novel is actively being developed at Hulu. While there is no release date yet it is something to look forward to for fans who want to stay in this world. The Testaments is set years after The Handmaid's Tale and follows different characters but it is still within the same universe.
A Legacy of Impact: The Handmaid's Tale's Powerful Run
Since it premiered in 2017 The Handmaid's Tale has been a massive success. It has won a ton of awards including eight Emmys for its first season alone. That includes Outstanding Drama Series and acting Emmys for Elisabeth Moss and Ann Dowd. Beyond the awards though the show has resonated with audiences because of its timely themes its incredible performances and its unflinching look at a terrifying dystopian world. As the final season approaches it's clear The Handmaid's Tale has left a lasting impact on television and pop culture.
Final Season Checklist: What to Expect
- All-Out Rebellion: June leads a full-scale revolution against Gilead.
- June's Reunions: Reunions with both Luke and Nick as she plots her fight.
- Serena's New Path: Serena's attempts to reform Gilead and a surprising marriage.
- Character Reckoning: Commander Lawrence and Aunt Lydia face the consequences.
- Nick's Tests: Nick's loyalty and character will be challenged.
- Themes of Hope and Resilience: Focus on hope courage solidarity and resilience in the face of oppression.
- Three-Episode Premiere: Season 6 starts with three episodes on April 8th.