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Forbes
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Paley Museum In NY Celebrates Six-Season Run Of ‘The Handmaid's Tale'
The Paley Museum in New York is offering an exclusive exhibition about Hulu's The Handmaid's Tale' to commemorate the conclusion of its six-season run. HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: (L-R) Max Minghella, Sam Jaeger, Madeline Brewer, Ann Dowd, Samira Wiley, Elisabeth Moss, Amanda Brugel, Yvonne Strahovski, Ever Carradine, Bradley Whitford, Josh Charles and O. T. Fagbenle attend the Premiere Event for Season 6 of Hulu's "The Handmaid's Tale" at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) FilmMagic On display through June 8, this features iconic costumes, props, and artifacts from the drama, including pieces worn by characters such as June Osborn (Elisabeth Moss), Serena Joy Waterford (Yvonne Strahovski) and Commander Lawrence (Bradley Whitford). The museum invites visitors to 'explore June's journey through the dystopian universe of Gilead, where every artifact tells her story of resistance, rebellion, and survival.' It also says 'these powerful pieces honor not only the creative talent behind the scenes but also the lasting cultural impact of this provocative and critically acclaimed drama. On display, it says, are' June Osborn's (Elisabeth Moss) iconic red handmaid's dress, cloak, and white winged bonnet; Serena Joy Waterford's (Yvonne Strahovski) haunting teal dress; costumes worn by other pivotal characters, including Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd), Nick Blaine (Max Minghella), Hannah Bankole (Jordana Blake), and Rita (Amanda Brugel); and artifacts and props that have become symbols of the series, including Commander Waterford's Scrabble board, Nichole's doll from Nick, Serena's bible, June's Boston map, and Handmaid's muzzle, among others.' Through June 8, the museum also is screening 'The Handmaid's Tale: 'Offred'' (the series' 2017 premiere), which it says. It says this 'describes a dystopian future in which women are enslaved within Gilead, a totalitarian, religion-based society. A woman called Offred ("of Fred") (Elisabeth Moss), is separated from her husband and daughter and forcibly assigned to be a subservient "Handmaid" to a powerful couple, the icy Serena Joy (Yvonne Strahovski) and her husband, Commander Fred Waterford (Joseph Fiennes). Offred privately declares her determination to survive for her husband Luke, her daughter Hannah, and for her true, forbidden self: June.' Also through June 1 it is screening 'The Handmaid's Tale: 'Night'' (the season one finale). In it, the museum says, 'Offred recalls her first pregnancy and Serena Joy takes Offred on a road trip, where she later reveals Offred's daughter, Hannah. Offred pleads to be reunited with her daughter, and Serena Joy assures her Hannah will be safe as long as she maintains a healthy pregnancy. Later, Fred (Joseph Fiennes) assures Serena Joy that they will be a true "family" once Offred delivers their child and departs from the home. Offred is later arrested and prepares for either "her end or a new beginning." Based on the 1985 novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid's Tale, the museum said, is. 'set in a dystopian United States following the Second American Civil War, The Handmaid's Tale paints a dark picture of life for women, many of whom are Handmaids, under a totalitarian government. The first season captured audiences' attention with a powerhouse cast, led by Elisabeth Moss as 'June Osborn/Offred' in a story of survival, strength, and overcoming extreme adversity. Winner of fifteen Emmy Awards across its first five seasons, the dystopian thriller's sixth and final season' premiered in April. Admission to the exhibition and screenings is included in the general admission fee.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How to watch the series finale of 'The Handmaid's Tale'
Blessed be the fruit that is the final season of The Handmaid's Tale. Based on the 1985 Margaret Atwood novel of the same name, this dystopian Hulu Original series has followed June Osborne, a woman trapped in a totalitarian society in the aftermath of America's second civil war. The series first premiered back in 2017, and after nearly a decade (and six seasons), it's time for June's story to come to an end. Though fans shouldn't mourn too much, because they'll be able to return to Gilead (for better or worse) in the new Handmaid's Tale spinoff series, The Testaments, which started production in April 2025. The 10th and final episode of The Handmaid's Tale premieres Tuesday, May 27 at 12 a.m. ET (so, really tonight, if you're ambitious enough). Here's what you need to know about how to watch The Handmaid's Tale. The Handmaid's Tale series finale is out tonight at midnight. This dystopian series is a Hulu Original, which means you can only stream the series on Hulu (or Disney+, if you're a bundle subscriber). Apr. 8 Episode 1 "Train" Episode 2 "Exile" Episode 3 "Devotion" Apr. 15 Episode 4 "Promotion" Apr. 22 Episode 5 "Janine" Apr. 29 Episode 6 "Surprise" May 6 Episode 7 "Shattered" May 13 Episode 8 "Exodus" May 20 Episode 9 "Execution" May 27 Episode 10 "The Handmaid's Tale" Elisabeth Moss stars in the series as June Osborne (AKA Offred) alongside Yvonne Strahovski as Serena Joy Waterford, Bradley Whitford as Commander Joseph Lawrence, Max Minghella as Commander Nick Blaine, Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia Clements, O-T Fagbenle as Luke Bankole, Samira Wiley as Moira Strand, Amanda Brugel as Rita Blue and Madeline Brewer as Janine Lindo (AKA Ofwarren, Ofdaniel and Ofhoward). Season 6 will be the last season of The Handmaid's Tale. However, Margaret Atwood's sequel to the story, The Testaments, is being adapted into a TV series. The show starts production later this month.
Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Handmaid's Tale star Bradley Whitford reveals hidden message amid 'show's darkness'
Bradley Whitford reprises his role as Commander Lawrence in the final season of The Handmaid's Tale, airing on C4. And he's spotted one significant message amid all the drama. June Osborne's battle against the authoritarian regime of Gilead intensifies in the sixth and final series of The Handmaid's Tale. Bradley Whitford returns to the hit Hulu and Channel 4 show as Commander Joseph Lawrence in the long-awaited series. As the show nears its finale, it explores the Commander's latest idea: New Bethlehem. The new settlement is a twisted attempt at reform – a Gilead-style propaganda tool meant to draw defectors back under the guise of leniency and peace. 'Lawrence envisions it as an economic engine,' Bradley explains. For June, played by Elisabeth Moss, the stakes are higher than ever. After escaping to Canada with her daughter Nichole, she now faces the challenge of dismantling Gilead from the outside. Her journey mirrors real-world battles over bodily autonomy and gender rights – issues that have only become more urgent in the years since the show began. 'After Roe V Wade was overturned, states began to deny pregnant rape victims in the United States access to abortion care,' Bradley says. 'They're forced to carry to term the child of their rapist. It's very important to put blood, sweat and tears into issues like this, but it's clearly not enough. You have to do more.' That, he believes, is part of what makes The Handmaid's Tale so vital. 'I know Margaret Atwood and she wondered herself if the premise of her book was just too extreme to be believable,' Bradley says. 'But it certainly seems like the book resonated.' However, for all the show's darkness, Bradley insists it has always been about resistance – and ultimately, resilience. 'June embodies an important message during difficult times – that despair is a luxury our children can't afford and action is the antidote.' But while June continues to stir up rebellion on-screen, actress Elisabeth Moss is also leading a revolution behind the scenes. For this concluding chapter of the critically acclaimed series – adapted from Margaret Atwood's ground-breaking 1985 novel – Elisabeth, 42, has taken on a dual role, directing four episodes while reprising her role as the show's tenacious lead. 'Lizzie is an incredible director,' says Bradley Whitford, who plays the complex and often conflicted Commander Joseph Lawrence. 'I can't have a better exchange than with a director like Lizzie, who knows she can tell me anything.' Elisabeth directed a handful of episodes for series four and five – but the sixth marks her greatest involvement yet. It's a fitting development for someone who's become the heartbeat of the show, both in front of and behind the camera, and she also serves as an executive producer. For Bradley, working with Elisabeth is something of a full-circle moment. 'I remember her at 17, back on The West Wing,' says the 65-year-old. 'Now, two decades later, she has become the centre of this show, demonstrating an incredible work ethic I've never seen before.' Their real-life friendship contrasts heavily with the tension between their two characters. Initially introduced at the end of series two, the Commander was enigmatic, dangerous and morally ambiguous. But over time, a strange alliance has formed. 'Although the relationship starts with a condescending power dynamic, she ultimately inspires him and takes on a leadership role,' Bradley says. 'It's been fun to play.' Throughout his time in Gilead as a founding father and a key political figure, Commander Lawrence realised the regime was doing more harm than good. 'He saw these religious wackos as a delivery system for his ideas, and he justified it,' Bradley says. 'He always had that scepticism about them. It didn't hit home until he realised it destroyed his wife, who he adored. Sadly, he only understands the cost of suffering when it hits him directly.' Commander Lawrence quickly became a standout character after his first appearance. 'I've had a lot of lucky acting experiences, but this is a fascinating character,' Bradley says. 'He was always morally ambiguous. I was worried about where he would end up on that spectrum. But having more than one thing going on at a time is the key to the most interesting acting experience.' Bradley likens Commander Lawrence to Robert McNamara, the former US Secretary of Defense whose aim of boosting America's military presence in Vietnam to quash communist fighters arguably contributed to the escalation of the Vietnam War. 'He was a brilliant economist with a political opportunity,' Bradley recalls. 'His big brain obliterated his humanity, and excitement of putting his economic ideas into action resulted in the deaths of millions of people. Near the end of his life, a sense of humanity crept back. Lawrence is similar to that.' Margaret Atwood's source material ends where the show's first series did, but the universe has since expanded well beyond the original book. The Testaments, Margaret's 2019 novel set 15 years after the events of The Handmaid's Tale , is being developed as a standalone follow-up series. The sequel, which has already begun casting, promises to explore Gilead's eventual unravelling through the eyes of three female protagonists – Aunt Lydia and June's two daughters, Hannah and Nichole, renamed Agnes and Daisy.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'The Diplomat' season 3 set for 2025 release with new cast and longer episodes
twitter OTT has officially announced that filming for Season 3 of 'The Diplomat' has been completed, and the new season is expected to premiere sometime in 2025. According to OTT 2025 lineup announcement, the political drama series will return with eight episodes, bringing back the same number of episodes as Season 1 after a shorter six-episode Season 2. Filming for Season 3 began during the summer of 2024 and later moved to New York City. The production quietly wrapped up ahead of schedule in March 2025, even though filming was initially planned to go until March 20. Crew members reportedly confirmed the early wrap on social media, but an official statement was made on January 30, 2025, "Next on Netflix" presentation, where fans also got a sneak peek at the upcoming season. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Launching 2 & 3 BHK homes at Meluha in Goregaon at 1.68Cr CR REALITY Learn More Undo OTT had already quietly renewed the series for Season 3 before making it official, showing that the platform had confidence in the show's continuation. However, there is still no confirmation about a fourth season, especially since Season 2 didn't receive the same level of response as the first season. Season 3 will feature some new cast members, including Bradley Whitford, who is known for his role in The West Wing. He will reunite with Allison Janney, another veteran from the same series. In addition to them, Nathan Wiley and Mercer Boffey are expected to appear, likely taking on the roles of Agent Crocker and the Deputy Chief of Staff, respectively. Behind the scenes, the writing team includes several familiar names from previous seasons. Debora Cahn, the series creator, has written the first and final episodes (301 and 308). Other writers contributing include Anna Hagen, Eli Attie, Jessica Brickman, Peter Noah, Peter Ackerman, and Julianna Dudley Meagher. Alex Graves will return as a director for the new season. While fans are happy to know that Season 3 is coming soon, they are still waiting to hear whether Netflix will give the green light for more seasons in the future. For now, excitement is building for the release of eight new episodes filled with drama, politics, and diplomacy when 'The Diplomat' returns in 2025.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Diplomat Season 3: Here's cast, episode count, renewal, filming and production team
Netflix has finished filming The Diplomat Season 3 . The new season will be released in 2025. The streaming platform confirmed this during its 2025 lineup announcement. Season 3 will bring eight episodes and include new cast members and writers. Filming ended in March 2025. No news is available yet on Season 4. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India pulled the plug on IWT when Pakistanis are fighting over water What makes this India-Pakistan standoff more dangerous than past ones The problem of Pakistan couldn't have come at a worse time for D-St Renewal and Filming Netflix gave the series an early renewal before confirming it officially. Filming started in the summer of 2024. The show later moved production to New York City. The official update was shared on January 30, 2025, during the Next on Netflix event. A first look at Season 3 was revealed during the announcement. Cast Bradley Whitford has been confirmed to join the cast. He will reunite with Allison Janney, his former co-star from The West Wing. Nathan Wiley and Mercer Boffey are also expected to appear in Season 3. They will likely play Agent Crocker and the Deputy Chief of Staff, respectively. Also Read: Sweet Magnolias Season 5: Has Netflix renewed the show? Details here Season 3 Episode Count Season 2 had only six episodes. That decision was made by the showrunner. Season 3 will return to the eight-episode count seen in Season 1. Filming quietly wrapped in mid-to-late March 2025. Although the initial schedule aimed to finish by March 20, the work ended earlier than expected. Crew members shared updates confirming completion. Live Events Netflix released the titles of the eight upcoming episodes. These are Arden, Birdwatchers, Emperor Dead, Last Dance At The Country Club, PNG, Schrodinger's Wife, Shinnecocks and The Riderless Horse. Production Team The writing team includes Debora Cahn (episodes 301 and 308), Anna Hagen (302), Eli Attie (303), Jessica Brickman (304), Peter Noah (305), Peter Ackerman (306), and Julianna Dudley Meagher (307). Alex Graves will return as a director. Future of the Series There is no confirmation about a Season 4 yet. Given the lower response to Season 2, the future of the series remains uncertain. FAQs When will The Diplomat Season 3 be released? The Diplomat Season 3 is scheduled to release in 2025, although Netflix has not shared an exact date yet. How many episodes will be in Season 3 of The Diplomat? Season 3 will have eight episodes, matching the number of episodes in the show's first season.
