“My name is Offred, and I intended to survive.”
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 in what was formerly the United States.
Cast[]
Starring[]
- Elisabeth Moss as June Osborne/Offred (10/10)
- Joseph Fiennes as Commander Fred Waterford (8/10)
- Yvonne Strahovski as Serena Joy Waterford (9/10)
- Alexis Bledel as Emilk Malek/Ofglen/Ofsteven (4/10)
- Madeline Brewer as Janine Lindo/Ofwarren/Ofdaniel (8/10)
- Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia (7/10)
- O-T Fagbenle as Luke Bankole (8/10)
- Max Minghella as Nick Blaine (9/10)
- Samira Wiley as Moira Strand (8/10)
Guest Starring[]
- Amanda Brugel as Rita Blue (9/10)
- Tattiawna Jones as Ofglen #2 (7/10)
- Ever Carradine as Naomi Putnam (4/10)
- Stephen Kunken as Commander Warren Putnam (3/10)
- Kristen Gutoskie as Beth (2/10)
- Robert Curtis Brown as Commander Andrew Pryce (2/10)
- Kristian Bruun as Doctor (1/10)
- Christian Barillas as Mr. Flores (1/10)
- Zabryna Guevera as Mrs. Castillo (1/10)
- Jim Cummings as Burke (1/10)
- Rosa Gilmore as Zoe (1/10)
- Tim Ransom as Mr. Whitford (1/10)
- Erin Way as Erin (1/10)
Episodes[]
Episodes in Season 1 of The Handmaid's Tale TV series.
Season 1[]
Title | Flashback | Airdate | ||
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1. | "Offred" | April 26, 2017 | ||
Offred struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful figure and his resentful wife. | ||||
2. | "Birth Day" | April 26, 2017 | ||
When Offred and her fellow handmaids assist with the delivery of Janine's baby, Offred remembers her own daughter's birth; Offred and Ofglen grow closer. | ||||
3. | "Late" | June & Moira | April 26, 2017 | |
Offred visits Janine's baby and recalls the early days of the revolution before Gilead; Ofglen is faced with a challenge. | ||||
4. | "Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum" | June & Moira | May 3, 2017 | |
Punished by Serena Joy, Offred begins to unravel and reflects on her time with Moira at the Red Center. A complication during the Ceremony threatens Offred’s survival with the Commander and Serena Joy. | ||||
5. | "Faithful" | May 10, 2017 | ||
Serena Joy makes Offred a surprising proposition. Offred remembers the unconventional beginnings of her relationship with her husband. | ||||
6. | "A Woman's Place" | May 17, 2017 | ||
A Mexican Ambassador visiting Gilead questions Offred about her life as a Handmaid. Serena Joy reflects on her marriage and the role she once played in Gilead’s inception. | ||||
7. | "The Other Side" | May 24, 2017 | ||
Remembering her family’s treacherous escape attempt, a shocking revelation from life before Gilead provides a new perspective on Offred’s life. | ||||
8. | "Jezebels" | May 31, 2017 | ||
Mr. Waterford takes Offred out for the evening while Serena Joy is away. That evening Offred is reunited with someone from her past. | ||||
9. | "The Bridge" | June 7, 2017 | ||
Janine is forced to give up her baby. Offred and Mr. Waterford return to Jezebel's. | ||||
10. | "Night" | June 14, 2017 | ||
Offred finds out some huge, life-changing news. Moira manages to escape to Canada. |
Awards & Reception[]
The first season of The Handmaid's Tale was very well received. On Rotten Tomatoes, the series received a 94% critics review and a 92% audience rating.
Awards[]
Primetime Emmys[]
- Outstanding Drama Series, 2017
- Lead Actress - Drama Series, 2017 · Elisabeth Moss
- Supporting Actress - Drama Series, 2017 · Ann Dowd
- Writing - Drama Series, 2017 · Bruce Miller
- Supporting Actress - Drama Series, 2017 · Samira Wiley
Releases[]
The Handmaid's Tale Season 1 was released on DVD and Blu-ray.