The Handmaid's Tale: Season 5
The Handmaid's Tale Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes. Set in a dystopian future, the series is an American antiutopian drama television series based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Margaret Atwood. The narrative explores themes of powerless women in a patriarchal society, the suppression of reproductive rights, and the various means by which women resist and try to gain individuality a
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series is set in a dystopian future where a woman is forced to live as a handmaid in a patriarchal society.
- The story explores themes of powerless women, the suppression of reproductive rights, and how women resist to gain individuality and independence.
- The television show is an American antiutopian drama based on the 1985 novel by Margaret Atwood.
- The overarching saga continues across episodes following the events of previous seasons.
Season overview
The Handmaid's Tale Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes. Set in a dystopian future, the series is an American antiutopian drama television series based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Margaret Atwood. The narrative explores themes of powerless women in a patriarchal society, the suppression of reproductive rights, and the various means by which women resist and try to gain individuality and independence as a woman is forced to live as a handmaid.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
Morning
Sep 14, 2022
June confronts the consequences of killing Fred. A scared Serena makes an unexpected decision.
Ballet
Sep 14, 2022
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.
Border
Sep 21, 2022
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.
Dear Offred
Sep 28, 2022
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.
Fairytale
Oct 5, 2022
June and Luke embark on a dangerous quest. Serena gets to know her new hosts.
Together
Oct 12, 2022
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.
Motherland
Oct 26, 2022
June considers a tempting but risky offer from a surprise visitor. Serena hits rock bottom and searches for allies.
Allegiance
Nov 2, 2022
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.
Safe
Nov 9, 2022
Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its violent supporters in Toronto.