The Handmaid's Tale

Separated from her family and forced to serve as a Handmaid in a powerful Commander's household, June attempts to survive Gilead's oppressive rule.

Before June meets with Commander Waterford, Nick discourages her from talking to her shopping partner. The Handmaids assist with a birth.

Suspecting June may be pregnant, Serena gives her special treatment and organizes a visit with Janine. Aunt Lydia drops by the Waterford home.

June discovers a message in her room, and Rita sends her to visit the doctor. The Waterfords hold another tense ceremony.

Commander Waterford showers June with attention, complicating their household dynamic — and Serena surprises her with an unusual proposal.

The Waterfords scramble to make a good impression as Gilead readies for a visiting trade delegation. Serena warns June to stay out of trouble.

June recalls her family's attempt to escape the fledgling Gilead regime, where Luke faces off against the authorities to survive.

Commander Waterford secretly takes June out of the house, disguising her as a Gilead Wife to avoid suspicion — and she runs into an old friend.

After Janine is forced to give her baby to the Putnams, June resolves to join the resistance. Serena becomes suspicious of her husband.

Serena confronts June about her night and forces her to take a pregnancy test. June sees the magnitude of Gilead's cruelty.