The 5 Most Important Things to Remember About The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5

It’s been a long minute since we’ve spent time in the hellscape of Gilead with The Handmaid’s Tale. Season five wrapped up in November 2022, and even fans who remained loyal viewers since that absolutely searing first season might understandably have a hard time remembering where things now stand. With a sixth season arriving soon, and a sequel series in the works, there’s fresh interest in The Handmaid’s Tale. It feels more politically relevant than ever—and the fact that it’s the final season will surely bring more focus and catharsis to its story, and maybe some real stakes for its main characters, something the show has struggled with in the past. The story has long since expanded beyond just Gilead; June (Elisabeth Moss) escaped to Canada in episode four, reuniting with her husband Luke (O-T Fagbenle), best friend Moira (Samira Wiley), and Nichole, the baby June had in Gilead with Nick (Max Minghella) and managed to smuggle to safety. But even earlier than that, in season three ... Read full article.