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S1·E1 Offred

Mytharc Aired April 26, 2017 57 min ★ 8.2/10 · 231 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Season premiere establishing core conflicts and serialized narrative stakes.

Synopsis

Offred, one 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.

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Director & writers

Reed MoranoDirectorBruce MillerTeleplay

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 1 of The Handmaid's Tale air?

Season 1, Episode 1 ('Offred') originally aired on April 26, 2017.

How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Offred')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 57 minutes.

What happens in The Handmaid's Tale Season 1 Episode 1?

Offred, one 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....