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The Handmaid's Tale – Season 6, Episode 1 Train

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June and Serena's journey takes an unexpected turn; Moira makes a bold decision; Nick deals with a powerful visitor.
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The Handmaid's Tale — Season 6, Episode 1

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Bruce Miller

Creator

Elisabeth Moss

Offred

Joseph Fiennes

Commander Waterford

Yvonne Strahovski

Serena Joy

Samira Wiley

Moira

Alexis Bledel

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The Handmaid's Tale — Season 6, Episode 1

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Lucy Kenningham London Evening Standard May 12
3/5
Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) is the only character whose story moves me, probably because she goes on an emotional ‘journey’ -- unlike most of the others who have been static since season one. Go to Full Review Amanda Whiting New York Magazine/Vulture Apr 9
5/5
In season six, The Handmaid’s Tale is a series with a destination in mind and you can feel the difference. Go to Full Review Rich Cross Starburst Apr 25
Elizabeth Moss (June) is back in the director’s chair for the opening episodes of this final series, and she delivers her signature heightened emotional texture to proceedings, focusing on shifting character dynamics. Go to Full Review Wednesday Lee Friday Culturess Apr 10
8/10
This ep is full of humanizing moments where we get glimpses of all the people whose lives were ruined by Gilead. Go to Full Review Carissa Pavlica TV Fanatic Apr 9
3.75/5
The opening scene on the train was perfect, and the next two hours reminded us of how interconnected June and Serena Joy are despite their incredible differences. Go to Full Review Alan French FandomWire Apr 9
8/10
If you are still on board The Handmaid’s Tale, this is an episode that you’ll need to catch. Not only does it provide some important in-person showdowns, but it opens the doors for future character arcs. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis June and Serena's journey takes an unexpected turn; Moira makes a bold decision; Nick deals with a powerful visitor.
Creator
Bruce Miller
Executive Producer
Warren Littlefield, Daniel Wilson, Fran Sears, Ilene Chaiken, Elisabeth Moss, Eric Tuchman, Mike Barker
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 8, 2025