Hulu’s upcoming sequel series The Testaments is set to expand the world of The Handmaid’s Tale, pushing the timeline forward by several years while staying closely tied to its original characters. According to ComicBook, the three-episode premiere introduces a new generation shaped by the legacy of June Osborne, played by Elisabeth Moss (The Invisible Man, Mad Men). While June is no longer the central figure, her influence continues to drive the story in meaningful ways.
At the center of the narrative is Agnes MacKenzie, portrayed by Chase Infiniti (The Equalizer, Power Book III: Raising Kanan), who is revealed to be Hannah, the daughter June lost to Gilead years earlier. According to ComicBook, Agnes now lives fully within Gilead’s strict social order and attends a preparatory school overseen by Aunt Lydia, reinforcing the emotional stakes that defined the original series. Her storyline provides a closer look at life for girls raised entirely under Gilead’s control.
Returning as Aunt Lydia is Ann Dowd (The Leftovers, Hereditary), whose character remains a powerful and complicated presence. As ComicBook reports, Lydia continues to shape the lives of young women like Agnes, and her ongoing moral conflict raises new questions about her loyalty and possible evolution. She also emphasizes her continued connection to Hannah, which keeps her storyline tied closely to June’s past.
The show also introduces Daisy, played by Lucy Halliday (The Power, The Pact), a young woman living in Toronto whose life is disrupted after a violent attack on her family. According to ComicBook, Daisy’s journey takes a dramatic turn when June appears in a flashback, setting her on a path that may lead back to Gilead. It’s noted that this moment reinforces how June’s story still impacts new characters.
According to ComicBook, showrunner Bruce Miller explained that June’s presence “was always part of the plan,” given her connection to both Agnes and Daisy. Moss, who also serves as an executive producer, returns in a limited but impactful role. Her scenes help ground The Testaments in the emotional history of The Handmaid’s Tale while allowing the sequel series to build its own identity.