The Handmaid's Tale
“The revolution is here.”
Series Overview
Set in a dystopian future, a woman is forced to live as a concubine under a fundamentalist theocratic dictatorship.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
6 Seasons • 66 Episodes
2017 – 2025
Premiered: Wed, Apr 26, 2017
Bruce MillerLatest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 10: “The Handmaid's Tale”
June reflects on her experiences in Gilead and decides what to do next.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Series TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-02-03
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bruce Miller
Aly Monroe, Jacey Heldrich, Margaret Atwood
Adam Taylor
Michael Stoyanov, Kim Todd, Steve Stark, Yahlin Chang, Frank Siracusa
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Stoyanov
Producer
Elisabeth Williams
Production Design
Adam Taylor
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Handmaid's Tale
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What is The Handmaid's Tale about?
Set in a dystopian future, a woman is forced to live as a concubine under a fundamentalist theocratic dictatorship.
How many seasons does The Handmaid's Tale have?
The Handmaid's Tale comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Handmaid's Tale?
Key cast members in The Handmaid's Tale include Elisabeth Moss, Yvonne Strahovski, Samira Wiley.
Who created or directed The Handmaid's Tale?
The Handmaid's Tale was developed and directed by Bruce Miller.