“"Here is what we [women] do: We watch them and then we study them, we feed them, we please them, we can make them feel strong or weak. We know them well, we know their worst nightmares and with a bit of practice that's what we become. Nightmares. One day, when we are ready, I am coming for you. Just wait."”
Adapted from the classic novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid's Tale is the story of life in the dystopia of Gilead, a totalitarian society that rules what was formerly the United States.
Actors returning from Season Two are Elisabeth Moss, Max Minghella, Alexis Bledel, O.T. Fagbenle, Madeline Brewer, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Yvonne Strahovski, Amanda Brugel, and Joseph Fiennes.
New characters are portrayed by Christopher Meloni, Elizabeth Reaser, Jonathan Watton, and Ashleigh LaThrop.
Cast[]
Starring[]
- Elisabeth Moss as June Osborne/Ofjoseph (13/13)
- Joseph Fiennes as Commander Fred Waterford (10/13)
- Yvonne Strahovski as Serena Joy Waterford (11/13)
- Alexis Bledel as Emily Malek (5/13)
- Madeline Brewer as Janine Lindo/Ofhoward (8/13)
- Amanda Brugel as Rita Blue (8/13)
- Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia/Lydia Clements (10/13)
- O.T. Fagbenle as Luke Bankole (6/13)
- Max Minghella as Nick Blaine (3/13)
- Samira Wiley as Moira Strand (7/13)
- Bradley Whitford as Commander Joseph Lawrence (11/13)
Guest Starring[]
- Nina Kiri as Alma/Ofrobert (9/13)
- Bahia Watson as Brianna/Oferic (8/13)
- Ashleigh LaThrop as Natalie/Ofmatthew (7/13)
- Kristen Gutoskie as Beth (7/13)
- Sugenja Sri as Sienna (6/13)
- Julie Dretzin as Eleanor Lawrence (6/13)
- Jonathan Watton as Commander Matthew Calhoun (5/13)
- Christopher Meloni as High Commander George Winslow (4/13)
- Stephen Kunken as Commander Warren Putnam (4/13)
- Sam Jaeger as Mark Tuello (4/13)
- Clea DuVall as Sylvia (3/13)
- Ever Carradine as Naomi Putnam (3/13)
- Elizabeth Reaser as Olivia Winslow (3/13)
- Sarah McVie as Lena (2/13)
- Edie Inksetter as Aunt Elizabeth (2/13)
- Cherry Jones as Holly Maddox (1/13)
- Erin Way as Erin (1/13)
- Jenessa Grant as Dolores/Ofsamuel (1/13)
- Emily Althaus as Noelle (1/13)
- Kate Moyer as Kiki/Rebecca (1/13)
Episodes[]
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"Night" | June 5, 2019 | |
| June embarks on a bold mission with unexpected consequences. Emily and Nichole make a harrowing journey. The Waterfords reckon with Serena Joy’s choice to send Nichole away. | ||||
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"Mary and Martha" | June 5, 2019 | |
| June helps Marthas with a dangerous task while navigating a relationship with her pious and untrustworthy new walking partner. | ||||
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"Useful" | June 5, 2019 | |
| June navigates a challenging meeting. Serena Joy attempts to recuperate. Lawrence teaches June a hard lesson about the difficult decisions he makes as a Commander. | ||||
| 4. | 
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"God Bless the Child" | June 12, 2019 | |
| June negotiates a truce in the Waterfords’ fractured relationship. | ||||
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"Unknown Caller" | June 19, 2019 | |
| June and Serena grapple with a new revelation about Nichole, leading to an incident that will have far-reaching ramifications | ||||
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"Household" | June 26, 2019 | |
| June accompanies the Waterfords on a trip, where a powerful family offers a glimpse of the future of Gilead. | ||||
| 7. | 
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"Under His Eye" | July 3, 2019 | |
| June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah. Emily must face her past crimes as the ongoing international diplomatic crisis becomes more complicated. | ||||
| 8. | 
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"Unfit" | Aunt Lydia | July 10, 2019 |
| June and the rest of the Handmaids shun Ofmatthew, and both are pushed to their limit at the hands of Aunt Lydia. Aunt Lydia reflects on her life and relationships before the rise of Gilead. | ||||
| 9. | 
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"Heroic" | July 17, 2019 | |
| Confined in a hospital, June’s sanity begins to fray. An encounter with Serena Joy forces June to reassess her recent actions. | ||||
| 10. | 
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"Witness" | July 24, 2019 | |
| June must deal with a devious ploy on the part of Commander Waterford. | ||||
| 11. | 
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"Liars" | July 31, 2019 | |
| A return to Jezebel's puts everything in jeopardy. Serena Joy and Commander Waterford take a clandestine trip. | ||||
| 12. | 
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"Sacrifice" | August 7, 2019 | |
| A major change rocks the entire Lawrence household. Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals in Canada. | ||||
| 13. | 
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"Mayday" | June | August 14, 2019 |
| June must decide how far she's willing to go. The Waterfords think about a new way forward. | ||||
Trailers[]
The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Trailer (Official) • A Hulu Original
Awards & Critical Reception[]
So far, the third season of the TV series has been well received (although not as well as the first two seasons).
Awards[]
Primetime Emmys[]
- Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series, Bradley Whitford, 2019
- Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series, Cherry Jones, 2019
Golden Globes[]
- Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama, Elisabeth Moss, 2019 (Nominated)
- Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television, Yvonne Strahovski, 2019 (Nominated)
Releases[]
The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 was released on DVD and Blu-ray.
Gallery[]
Videos[]
Thematic Videos[]
Video Clips & Previews[]
The Handmaid's Tale 3x08 Promo "Unfit" (HD) Season 3 Episode 8 Promo
The Handmaid's Tale 3x06 Promo (HD) Season 3 Episode 6 Promo-2
The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 5 Yvonne Strahovski ( Serena )-0
The Handmaid's Tale 3x04 Promo (HD) Season 3 Episode 4 Promo