The Handmaid's Tale season six: UK release date, plot and cast ahead of final season of dystopian drama

Elisabeth Moss returns as June in the dystopian thriller, based on the book of the same name by Canadian author Margaret Atwood. The series became a worldwide hit when it hit screens in 2017, and has since spawn storylines beyond the original novel.

The hit show is now drawing to a close, with its sixth and final season of the horizon. Here’s everything UK viewers have to know about the new series.

When will The Handmaid’s Tale season six be available in the UK?

Channel 4 has just confirmed when UK viewers will get to watch the return to Gilead. The show’s final season will premiere on Channel 4 and on the broadcaster’s streaming service on Saturday, May 3.

Episodes will air weekly from then onwards before being added to Channel4.com.

What is The Handmaid’s Tale season six about?

The plot synopsis for The Handmaid’s Tale reads: “In the final season of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” June’s unyielding spirit and determination pull her back into the fight to take down Gilead. Luke and Moira join the resistance. Serena tries to reform Gilead while Commander Lawrence and Aunt Lydia reckon with what they have wrought, and Nick faces challenging tests of character. This final chapter of June’s journey highlights the importance of hope, courage, solidarity, and resilience in the pursuit of justice and freedom.”

Who is in The Handmaid’s Tale season six?

As previously mentioned, Elisabeth Moss returns at June, with other main characters also set to return for the show’s final installment.

The full cast list includes:

• Elisabeth Moss as June Osborne
• Yvonne Strahovski as Serena Joy Waterford
• Madeline Brewer as Janine Lindo
• Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia Clements
• O-T Fagbenle as Lucas ‘Luke’ Bankole
• Max Minghella as Commander Nick Blaine
• Samira Wiley as Moira Strand
• Amanda Brugel as Rita Blue
• Bradley Whitford as Commander Joseph Lawrence
• Sam Jaeger as Mark Tuello