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The Handmaid's Tale - Episode Guide

Season 1

Offred

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Apr 26, 2017 (57 min)

Offred

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.

Birth Day

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Apr 26, 2017 (47 min)

Birth Day

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

Late

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Apr 26, 2017 (53 min)

Late

Offred visits Janine's baby with Serena Joy and remembers the early days of the revolution before Gilead. Ofglen faces a difficult challenge.

Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: May 3, 2017 (53 min)

Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum

Punished by Serena Joy, Offred begins to unravel and reflects on her time with Moira at the Red Center. A complication during the Ceremony threatens Offred's survival with the Commander and Serena...

Faithful

Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: May 10, 2017 (53 min)

Faithful

Serena Joy makes Offred a surprising proposition. Offred remembers the unconventional beginnings of her relationship with her husband.

A Woman's Place

Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: May 17, 2017 (55 min)

A Woman's Place

A Mexican Ambassador visiting Gilead questions Offred about her life as a Handmaid. Serena Joy reflects on her marriage and the role she once played in Gilead's inception.

The Other Side

Episode: 1x07 | Airdate: May 24, 2017 (47 min)

The Other Side

Remembering her family's treacherous escape attempt, a shocking revelation from life before Gilead provides a new perspective on Offred's life.

Jezebels

Episode: 1x08 | Airdate: May 31, 2017 (50 min)

Jezebels

The Commander surprises Offred with a secret adventure in Gilead. Nick's troubled past leads to his recruitment by the Sons of Jacob.

The Bridge

Episode: 1x09 | Airdate: Jun 7, 2017 (50 min)

The Bridge

Offred embarks on a dangerous mission for the resistance. Janine moves to a new posting. Serena Joy suspects the Commander's infidelity.

Night

Episode: 1x10 | Airdate: Jun 14, 2017 (60 min)

Night

Serena Joy confronts Offred and the Commander. Offred struggles with a complicated, life-changing revelation. The Handmaids face a brutal decision.

Season 2

June

Episode: 2x01 | Airdate: Apr 25, 2018 (56 min)

June

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

Unwomen

Episode: 2x02 | Airdate: Apr 25, 2018 (55 min)

Unwomen

Offred adjusts to a new way of life. The arrival of an unexpected person disrupts the Colonies. A family is torn apart by the rise of Gilead.

Baggage

Episode: 2x03 | Airdate: May 2, 2018 (58 min)

Baggage

Offred 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.

Other Women

Episode: 2x04 | Airdate: May 9, 2018 (54 min)

Other Women

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

Seeds

Episode: 2x05 | Airdate: May 16, 2018 (52 min)

Seeds

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

First Blood

Episode: 2x06 | Airdate: May 23, 2018 (58 min)

First Blood

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

After

Episode: 2x07 | Airdate: May 30, 2018 (55 min)

After

An incident sends shockwaves through both Gilead and Little America. Serena Joy makes a dangerous choice in order to protect her family. Moira searches for someone from her past.

Women's Work

Episode: 2x08 | Airdate: Jun 6, 2018 (52 min)

Women's Work

A sick baby tests Offred and Serena. Janine finally faces Naomi.

Smart Power

Episode: 2x09 | Airdate: Jun 13, 2018 (57 min)

Smart Power

The Waterfords embark on a diplomatic trip abroad. Serena faces the temptation of life outside Gilead. Luke and Moira grapple with survivor's guilt. Offred seeks support from allies.

The Last Ceremony

Episode: 2x10 | Airdate: Jun 20, 2018 (55 min)

The Last Ceremony

A frustrated Serena becomes desperate. The Commander tries to make amends with Offred. Nick pushes Eden farther away. Offred is faced with an unexpected reunion.

Holly

Episode: 2x11 | Airdate: Jun 27, 2018 (48 min)

Holly

Offred faces a grueling challenge as she recalls her life as a mother. Serena Joy and the Commander deal with the fallout of their actions towards Offred.

Postpartum

Episode: 2x12 | Airdate: Jul 4, 2018 (55 min)

Postpartum

Offred is sent to a familiar place. Emily is assigned to a mysterious new house.

The Word

Episode: 2x13 | Airdate: Jul 11, 2018 (64 min)

The Word

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

Season 3

Night

Episode: 3x01 | Airdate: Jun 5, 2019 (50 min)

Night

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

Mary and Martha

Episode: 3x02 | Airdate: Jun 5, 2019 (51 min)

Mary and Martha

June helps Marthas with a dangerous task while navigating a relationship with her pious and untrustworthy new walking partner.

Useful

Episode: 3x03 | Airdate: Jun 5, 2019 (50 min)

Useful

June navigates a challenging meeting. Serena Joy attempts to recuperate. Lawrence teaches June a hard lesson about the difficult decisions he makes as a Commander.

God Bless the Child

Episode: 3x04 | Airdate: Jun 12, 2019 (51 min)

God Bless the Child

June negotiates a truce in the Waterfords' fractured relationship.

Unknown Caller

Episode: 3x05 | Airdate: Jun 19, 2019 (49 min)

Unknown Caller

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

Household

Episode: 3x06 | Airdate: Jun 26, 2019 (56 min)

Household

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

Under His Eye

Episode: 3x07 | Airdate: Jul 3, 2019 (45 min)

Under His Eye

June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah. Emily must face her past crimes as the ongoing international diplomatic crisis becomes more complicated. Serena and Fred contemplate their future.

Unfit

Episode: 3x08 | Airdate: Jul 10, 2019 (46 min)

Unfit

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.

Heroic

Episode: 3x09 | Airdate: Jul 17, 2019 (49 min)

Heroic

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

Witness

Episode: 3x10 | Airdate: Jul 24, 2019 (52 min)

Witness

June must deal with a devious ploy on the part of Commander Waterford.

Liars

Episode: 3x11 | Airdate: Jul 31, 2019 (52 min)

Liars

A return to Jezebels puts everything in jeopardy. Serena Joy and Commander Waterford take a clandestine trip.

Sacrifice

Episode: 3x12 | Airdate: Aug 7, 2019 (47 min)

Sacrifice

A major change rocks the entire Lawrence household. Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals in Canada.

Mayday

Episode: 3x13 | Airdate: Aug 14, 2019 (66 min)

Mayday

June must decide how far she's willing to go. Serena Joy and Commander Waterford think about a new way forward.

Season 4

Pigs

Episode: 4x01 | Airdate: Apr 27, 2021 (58 min)

Pigs

On the run, June and the fugitive Handmaids seek refuge. In Gilead, Aunt Lydia reels from the loss of 86 children on Angels' Flight. The combative Waterfords, in custody in Toronto, learn of June's feat.

Nightshade

Episode: 4x02 | Airdate: Apr 27, 2021 (48 min)

Nightshade

June continues to plot revenge. In Toronto, Moira deals with the fallout of June's choices.

The Crossing

Episode: 4x03 | Airdate: Apr 27, 2021 (63 min)

The Crossing

Aunt Lydia seeks vengeance. Nick and Lawrence collaborate to protect June. In Toronto, Luke struggles with how to help.

Milk

Episode: 4x04 | Airdate: May 5, 2021 (47 min)

Milk

June takes a harrowing journey. Janine remembers a stressful experience in her past. In Toronto, Serena tries to manipulate Rita.

Chicago

Episode: 4x05 | Airdate: May 12, 2021 (45 min)

Chicago

June seeks out more active rebels, while Janine tries to help her fit in with their new group of survivors.


 

Vows

Episode: 4x06 | Airdate: May 19, 2021 (41 min)

Vows

June contemplates the possibility of freedom.

Home

Episode: 4x07 | Airdate: May 26, 2021 (48 min)

Home

June contends with joy, pain and rage as she acclimates herself to vastly changed circumstances.

Testimony

Episode: 4x08 | Airdate: Jun 2, 2021 (57 min)

Testimony

June confronts a painful reminder of her Gilead past. Lawrence presents something helpful to Aunt Lydia.

Progress

Episode: 4x09 | Airdate: Jun 9, 2021 (54 min)

Progress

Serena and Fred greet unexpected visitors from Gilead. Aunt Lydia deals with a hunger strike at the Red Center.

The Wilderness

Episode: 4x10 | Airdate: Jun 16, 2021 (58 min)

The Wilderness

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

Season 5

Morning

Episode: 5x01 | Airdate: Sep 14, 2022 (57 min)

Morning

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

Ballet

Episode: 5x02 | Airdate: Sep 14, 2022 (57 min)

Ballet

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

Episode: 5x03 | Airdate: Sep 21, 2022 (49 min)

Border

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

Episode: 5x04 | Airdate: Sep 28, 2022 (47 min)

Dear Offred

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

Episode: 5x05 | Airdate: Oct 5, 2022 (45 min)

Fairytale

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

Together

Episode: 5x06 | Airdate: Oct 12, 2022 (53 min)

Together

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.

No Man's Land

Episode: 5x07 | Airdate: Oct 19, 2022 (46 min)

No Man's Land

June and Serena find themselves in a desperate situation.

Motherland

Episode: 5x08 | Airdate: Oct 26, 2022 (53 min)

Motherland

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

Allegiance

Episode: 5x09 | Airdate: Nov 2, 2022 (47 min)

Allegiance

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

Episode: 5x10 | Airdate: Nov 9, 2022 (57 min)

Safe

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

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