The Handmaid's Tale Season 1
Overview
The Handmaid's Tale is a 2017 dystopian drama television series created by Bruce Miller for Hulu, based on the 1985 novel by Margaret Atwood. The first season is set in the near future, in Gilead, a totalitarian, theocratic regime that has replaced the United States. The series follows Offred (Elisabeth Moss), a "Handmaid" — a woman who is forced to bear children for the ruling class. The first season is a dark, terrifying, and powerful exploration of the subjugation of women. It was a massive critical and commercial success, winning numerous awards, including eight Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series and Outstanding Lead Actress for Elisabeth Moss. The show is a must-see for anyone who cares about women's rights and the dangers of totalitarianism. The show is a bleak, but essential, watch.
