Particle.news

Download on the App Store

The Handmaid’s Tale Nears Finale as Creators Reflect on Eight-Year Legacy

Hulu’s groundbreaking series concludes May 27, with its final season marked by shocking character deaths and a steadfast commitment to Margaret Atwood’s vision.

Image
Image
Image
Image

Overview

  • The Handmaid's Tale will air its series finale on May 27, concluding its six-season run on Hulu.
  • Showrunner Bruce Miller confirmed that June Osborne, the central character, survives the series, maintaining fidelity to Margaret Atwood's original narrative framework.
  • The penultimate episode featured the deaths of key characters Nick Blaine and Commander Lawrence, signaling a dramatic escalation in the rebellion against Gilead.
  • The series, known for its historical grounding and bold storytelling, is credited with helping to pioneer prestige streaming television and winning multiple Emmy Awards.
  • A sequel series, The Testaments, based on Atwood’s 2019 novel, is in development and will continue exploring the world of Gilead.