The first episode of the fifth season of The Handmaid's Tale is titled and premiered on September 14, 2022, on Hulu. Directed by Elisabeth Moss and written by Bruce Miller, it follows the immediate aftermath of June's brutal execution of Commander Fred Waterford. Episode Summary
Mark Tuello visits June and, rather than condemning her, acknowledges that what she did was necessary and well-executed , offering a form of moral absolution. Cast and Production Details Madeline Brewer The.Handmaid's.Tale.S05E01.1080p.10bit.WEBRip.6...
Serena is informed of Fred’s death and identifies June as the killer. While fearful, she decides to use her position as a grieving widow to raise her political profile , requesting to take Fred's body back to Gilead for a formal burial. The first episode of the fifth season of