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The Handmaid's Tale – Season 2, Episode 12 Postpartum

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69% Tomatometer 16 Reviews
Offred is sent to a familiar place; Emily is assigned to a mysterious new house.
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The Handmaid's Tale — Season 2, Episode 12

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Last-minute narrative additions and tonal inconsistencies dampen "Postpartum's" potential penultimate impact -- though it's not without emotional, grimly inspirational moments.

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Bruce Miller

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Elisabeth Moss

Offred

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The Handmaid's Tale — Season 2, Episode 12

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Andrea Thompson Empire Magazine 07/06/2018
8/10
The fact that the Lawrences showed up in this season's penultimate episode indicates they'll play a large role next season, and they're practically dripping with potential. Go to Full Review David Canfield Entertainment Weekly 07/05/2018
A-
...as sweet a moment as you'll get in this show... Go to Full Review Allison Shoemaker AV Club 07/05/2018
B-
While it's thrilling to see The Handmaid's Tale test its borders a bit, to try on a little Jane Eyre for size...the late arrival of this change seems to undermine its potential. Go to Full Review Kelechi Ehenulo Set the Tape 07/17/2020
4/5
'Postpartum' reassuringly understands that it is not about the repetitive cycle of pain. It's all about motherhood and the protection of children. Go to Full Review Brian Lloyd entertainment.ie 01/07/2020
Whitford's performance has you on a knife's edge from the minute he turns up. Go to Full Review Steve O'Brien SFX Magazine 07/06/2018
4/5
Season 2 maintains everything we loved about Luke Cage's debut, but ditches the unwelcome superhero shenanigans for a leaner, sleeker viewing experience. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis Offred is sent to a familiar place; Emily is assigned to a mysterious new house.
Director
Daina Reid
Creator
Bruce Miller
Executive Producer
Bruce Miller, Warren Littlefield, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Ilene Chaiken, Elisabeth Moss
Screenwriter
Eric Tuchman
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA (L|S|V)
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 4, 2018