‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Returns for Final Season With Critical Acclaim

 According to Comicbook Hulu’s hit series The Handmaid’s Tale has officially returned for its sixth and final season, launching the first three episodes on Tuesday. The show, which debuted in 2017, has remained a standout success for the streaming platform and is now concluding its powerful narrative on a high note.

Based on Margaret Atwood’s (Alias Grace, Murdoch Mysteries) acclaimed novel, the series continues to earn praise for its timely themes and gripping performances. As of now, Season six holds a flawless 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes from 16 critic reviews, according to Comicbook.

“This final chapter of June’s journey highlights the importance of hope, courage, solidarity and resilience in the pursuit of justice and freedom,” Hulu shared in the official logline via Comicbook.

The dystopian drama stars Elisabeth Moss (Mad Men, The Invisible Man) as June Osborne, a former Handmaid who continues to fight against the brutal regime of Gilead. The new season sees her reunited with allies and enemies alike as the resistance intensifies.

“June’s unyielding spirit and determination pull her back into the fight to take down Gilead,” the synopsis adds, via Comicbook.

The show’s long-standing characters also return for the final episodes. Luke, played by O-T Fagbenle (Black Widow, Looking), and Moira, portrayed by Samira Wiley (Orange Is the New Black, The Sitter), rejoin the resistance. Meanwhile, Serena, played by Yvonne Strahovski (Dexter, Chuck), works to reshape Gilead from within.

Commander Lawrence, portrayed by Bradley Whitford (The West Wing, Get Out), and Aunt Lydia, played by Ann Dowd (Hereditary, Compliance), must face the consequences of the world they helped create. Nick, played by Max Minghella (The Social Network, Spiral), also finds himself tested as Gilead’s future teeters on the edge.

“The Handmaid’s Tale is going out on very high note,” says an article via Comicbook, pointing to the show’s consistent quality and bold storytelling even in its final hours.

With this season serving as the end of the road, the stakes have never been higher. Viewers can expect an emotional and explosive finale as long-simmering tensions boil over and long-awaited justice approaches.

Hulu’s streaming lineup has expanded significantly this month, but the return of The Handmaid’s Tale stands as the most notable premiere. As Comicbook notes, the show continues to represent a cornerstone of the platform’s original content success.

The Handmaid’s Tale Season six  not only marks the end of an era for Hulu, but also reinforces the series’ legacy as one of the most critically acclaimed dramas in streaming history. With universal praise and a passionate fanbase, June’s journey is ending just as powerfully as it began.