After a nearly two-year pandemic delay, The Handmaid's Tale returns for its gripping fourth season. Get the latest on release date, cast, spoilers, and more from our in-depth guide.
The Handmaid's Tale was officially renewed for Season 4 shortly after Season 3 ended. Executive producer Warren Littlefield confirmed, "there are still more stories to tell," exciting fans everywhere. Here's everything known about this landmark series' next chapter.
Spoiler alert. Season 3 was explosive. Fred and Serena's marriage imploded, June formed key alliances with the Lawrences to advance her mission, and Gilead faced threats. June's plan saved 86 children and babies—Gilead's prized "property"—escaping to Canada.
June, now leading the resistance against Gilead's dictatorship, sacrifices all for her goals, evolving from survivor to fighter. The finale saw her taken by the Handmaids' Resistance. Key moment: June killed Commander Winslow at Jezebels after his rape attempt; his body was hidden.
Season 4 launched in the US on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, with France getting it US+24 on Thursday, April 29. Hulu released the first three episodes at once, then one weekly every Wednesday. A teaser offers early glimpses.
Originally planned for Fall 2020, production paused in March due to the coronavirus pandemic, resuming in Toronto and wrapping in December.
Main stars return, with Sam Jaeger promoted to series regular as US Representative Mark Tuello. Elisabeth Moss leads as June Osborne, pressing her fight to free Gilead's captives. Nick returns! Max Minghella's role expands after Season 3.
Exciting addition: McKenna Grace as Mrs. Keyes, a brilliant, defiant teen wife of an older commander. She runs his farm with authority and openly rejects Gilead's institutions.
Spoiler alert! With 10 episodes (down from 13 in Seasons 2-3), June's plan succeeds: 100 children hijacked to freedom from Gilead hostages. The trailer shows a hunt for June, scenes with June, Nick, and Habbag. Explosive drama awaits!
