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The Handmaid’s Tale’ Season 6 Reveals Shocking Betrayal as Final Episodes Approach

As Hulu’s dystopian series nears its conclusion, recent episodes spotlight a major twist and emotional reunions while critics debate its narrative trajectory.

Diana Bentley, Ever Carradine, Vanessa Burns, Robin Schisler, Angela Vint and Melissa Cossey in Season 6 of "The Handmaid's Tale."
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Overview

  • Season 6 of 'The Handmaid’s Tale,' the series' final chapter, is currently airing weekly on Hulu, with four episodes remaining.
  • A pivotal plot twist revealed Nick's betrayal of June and the resistance, leading to the shutdown of Jezebel’s and uncertainty about the women’s fate there.
  • June’s reunion with her mother, Holly, at an Alaskan refugee camp added emotional depth to the season, tying into the show’s exploration of motherhood.
  • Critics have praised the show’s production and performances but remain divided on its repetitive storytelling and thematic payoff.
  • The series continues to draw parallels to real-world issues, with showrunners highlighting its resonance amid ongoing debates over women’s rights and authoritarianism.