The Handmaid's Tale

Offred, one of the few fertile women known as Handmaids in the oppressive Republic of Gilead, struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful Commander and his resentful wife.

June and her fellow Handmaids assist with the delivery of Janine's baby, prompting her to recall her own daughter's birth, and draws closer to Ofglen while dreading a secret meeting with the Commander.

June visits Janine and her baby with Serena and remembers the early days of the revolution, before Gilead. Ofglen faces a difficult challenge.

Punished by Serena, June begins to unravel and reflects on her time with Moira at the Red Center.

Serena makes June a surprising proposition, as June remembers the unconventional beginning of her relationship with Luke; Emily tries reintegrating into Gilead.

When a trade delegation from Mexico comes to Gilead, June discovers several shocking secrets.

Flashbacks show what happened to Luke after being separated from June and Hannah.

While Serena is away, Commander Waterford takes Offred on an excursion outside the walls of Gilead to a den of iniquity where she finds a familiar face.

June is tasked with going back to Jezebels to find a package. Meanwhile, Janine has trouble relinquishing her newborn baby.

Serena confronts June and Fred. June struggles with a complicated, life-changing revelation. The Handmaids face a brutal decision.

June reckons with the consequences of a dangerous decision while haunted by memories from her past and the violent beginnings of Gilead.

June adjusts to a new way of life, while in hiding in Boston. Emily reflects on her past as a new arrival disrupts life at the Colonies.

June reflects on her relationship with her mother as she navigates her way through Gilead. In Little America, Moira tries to cope with the trauma she endured.

A baby shower provokes a troubling shift in June's relationship with Serena as she reckons with the choice she made that led her to become a Handmaid.

June spirals as a Gilead ceremony disrupts her relationship with Nick. Janine tries to adjust to life in the Colonies, jeopardizing her friendship with Emily.

June finds unexpected allies and obstacles in her search for a way to protect Hannah. Fred prepares for the dedication of a new Red Center. Nick struggles with his new assignment.

An attack sends shockwaves through both Gilead and Little America; Serena makes a dangerous choice; Moira searches for someone from her past.

A sick baby tests June and Serena; Janine finally faces Naomi.

On a diplomatic trip abroad, Serena faces the temptation of life outside Gilead; Luke and Moira grapple with survivor's guilt; June seeks support from allies.

A frustrated Serena becomes desperate; Fred tries to make amends with June; Nick pushes Eden farther away; June is faced with an unexpected reunion.

June faces a grueling challenge alone as she recalls her life as a mother; Serena and Fred deal with the fallout of their actions towards June.

June is sent to a familiar place; Nick is rocked by Gilead's brutal response to a crime; Emily is assigned to a mysterious new house.

Serena and the other wives strive to make change; Emily learns more about her new Commander; June faces a difficult decision.

June embarks on a bold mission with unexpected consequences; Emily and Nichole make a harrowing journey; The Waterfords reckon with Serena's choice to send Nichole away.

June helps the Marthas with a dangerous task while navigating a relationship with her pious new walking partner; Emily and Luke struggle with their altered circumstances.

Serena attempts to recuperate at her mother's home; Lawrence teaches June a hard lesson about the difficult decisions he makes as a Commander.

June negotiates a truce in the Waterfords' fractured relationship; Janine oversteps with the Putnam family; A still-healing Aunt Lydia offers a brutal public punishment.

June and Serena grapple with a new revelation about Nichole, leading to an incident that will have far-reaching ramifications.

June makes an important connection as she attempts to protect Nichole while accompanying the Waterfords, Rita and Aunt Lydia to Washington D.C., where a powerful family offers a glimpse of the future of Gilead.

June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah; Emily must face her past crimes; Serena and Fred contemplate their future in Washington.

June and the rest of the Handmaids shun Ofmatthew, and both are pushed to their limit at the hands of Aunt Lydia, who reflects on her life and relationships before the rise of Gilead.

Confined in a hospital, June's sanity begins to fray, but an encounter with Serena forces June to reassess her recent actions.

Ready to strike back at her oppressors, June starts making arrangements for an ambitious plan, but a devious ploy on the part of Fred threatens to derail her.

A return to Jezebels puts everything in jeopardy; Serena and Fred take a clandestine trip.

Gilead leadership is rocked by losses of their own; Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals in Canada; A tragedy strikes the Lawrence household.

With her plan in place, June reaches the point of no return on her bold strike against Gilead; Serena and Fred attempt to find their way forward in their new lives.

On the run, an injured June and the fugitive Handmaids find refuge at a farm. In Gilead, an imprisoned Lawrence tries to avoid a death sentence. Aunt Lydia reels from the loss of 86 children on Angels' Flight.

June plots revenge at the local Jezebels, before she and the Handmaids plan to leave the farm for the next safe house. In Toronto, Moira deals with the fallout of June's choices. Serena and Fred are bound together by a miracle.

Captured by Gilead, June faces a vengeful Aunt Lydia and endures a torturous interrogation. Nick and Lawrence collaborate to protect June. In Toronto, Luke struggles with how to help June and Hannah.

June takes a harrowing journey with Janine, trying to escape Gilead, as Janine remembers a stressful experience in her past. In Toronto, Serena tries to manipulate Rita, who seeks advice from Moira.

June seeks out more active rebels in the Chicago war zone, while Janine tries to help her fit in with their new group of survivors. Moira goes on her first field aid mission.

After a shocking reunion with Moira, June contemplates the possibility of freedom, and confronts the unfulfilled promises she's made to herself and to Luke.

June struggles with her newfound freedom, reuniting with loved ones and confronting her nemesis, Serena.

June confronts Fred and Serena in court and challenges Emily to face a painful reminder of her Gilead past. Lawrence presents Aunt Lydia with a newly captured, familiar Handmaid.

June and Luke work together to save Hannah. Serena and Fred greet unexpected visitors from Gilead. Janine tries to assist Aunt Lydia when a Handmaid-in-training goes on hunger strike.

June draws on all her resources and relationships, risking everything to ensure her own kind of justice.

June confronts the consequences of killing Fred. A scared Serena makes an unexpected decision.

June struggles to move on with her life in Toronto. Serena plans an elaborate memorial. Aunt Lydia and Janine prepare Esther for her first posting as a Handmaid.

June and Moira join a rebel outpost. As a pregnant widow, Serena tries to restore her status. Aunt Lydia questions her strict methods of dealing with Handmaids.

June fights her need for violent revenge as Serena settles into her new role in Toronto. Rattled by Janine, Aunt Lydia makes a surprising suggestion to Lawrence.

June and Luke embark on a dangerous quest. Serena gets to know her new hosts.

June and Luke's mission puts them in serious jeopardy. Serena senses a threat from her benefactors. Lawrence and Nick make a shocking power move.

June and Serena find themselves in a desperate situation.

June receives a tempting offer from a surprise visitor. Serena hits rock bottom and searches for allies.

June and Luke prepare for a rescue mission. Serena tries new tactics with her oppressive hosts. Lawrence makes a surprising proposal to elevate his status.

Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its violent supporters in Toronto.

June and Serena's journey takes an unexpected turn. Moira makes a bold decision. Nick deals with a powerful visitor.

June tries to settle in a new community, Serena seeks sanctuary and Luke and Moira take a big risk.

June struggles to save her loved ones. Commander Lawrence welcomes diplomats to New Bethlehem. Aunt Lydia searches for Janine.

June disrupts the rebels' plans. Commander Lawrence gains power and influence.

June and Moira go undercover. Serena and Nick make consequential choices.

June hides in an unexpected place.

After a shocking revelation, June spirals. Serena plans for a prestigious future.

June and Moira execute their dangerous plan. Serena makes a big commitment.

June faces her biggest challenge as Gilead cracks down on the rebels.

June reflects on her experiences in Gilead and decides what to do next.