The BEST episodes of The Handmaid's Tale season 6

Every episode of The Handmaid's Tale season 6, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Handmaid's Tale season 6!

In a dystopian near-future, the totalitarian and Christian-fundamentalist government of Gilead rules the former United States amidst an ongoing civil war and subjugates women, who are not allowed to work, control money, or even read. Widespread infertility due to environmental contamination has resulted in the conscription of young fertile women—called Handmaids, according to biblical precedent—who are assigned to the homes of the elite, where they must have ritualized sex with the men in order to become pregnant and bear children for those men and their wives.

Last Updated: 6/10/2025Network: HuluStatus: Ended
Execution
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8.19
702 votes

#1 - Execution

Season 6 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/20/2025

As Gilead unleashes its full power against the resistance, June faces her greatest test yet. She walks a fine line between survival and rebellion, while the authorities tighten their grip with ruthless efficiency.

Directors: Elisabeth Moss
Writer: Eric Tuchman
Watch Now:Amazon
Exodus
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7.85
673 votes

#2 - Exodus

Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/13/2025

June and Moira put everything on the line as they execute their dangerous plan, knowing there's no turning back. Meanwhile, Serena faces a pivotal moment as she makes a decision that will change her life forever.

Directors: Daina Reid
Writer: Yahlin Chang
Watch Now:Amazon
Shattered
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7.57
661 votes

#3 - Shattered

Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/6/2025

In this emotional episode, June's world is turned upside down by a stunning discovery, pushing her to the brink as she grapples with its devastating implications.

Directors: Daina Reid
Janine
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7.54
678 votes

#4 - Janine

Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/22/2025

June and Moira undertake a perilous undercover mission that tests their courage and resourcefulness. At the same time, both Serena and Nick face critical crossroads, making decisions that could have lasting consequences for everyone involved.

Directors: Natalia Leite
Writer: Ubah Mohamed
Surprise
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7.52
679 votes

#5 - Surprise

Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/29/2025

When danger forces June to hide in the most unexpected of places, she must face new challenges that test her survival skills and judgment. One false move could change everything.

Directors: Natalia Leite
Writer: Aly Monroe
Watch Now:Apple TV
Train
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7.47
838 votes

#6 - Train

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/8/2025

June and Serena find themselves thrown together on a dangerous journey as refugees fleeing an increasingly hostile Toronto. Moira faces a life-changing choice that could alter the resistance forever.

Directors: Elisabeth Moss
Exile
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7.37
752 votes

#7 - Exile

Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/8/2025

June embarks on a challenging journey as she attempts to forge a new life in an unfamiliar community, while Serena seeks a sanctuary.

Directors: Elisabeth Moss
Writer: J. Holtham
Devotion
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7.33
714 votes

#8 - Devotion

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/8/2025

June struggles to save her loved ones. Meanwhile, Commander Lawrence welcomes diplomats to New Bethlehem, and Aunt Lydia searches for Janine.

Directors: David Lester
Promotion
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7.07
717 votes

#9 - Promotion

Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/15/2025

June makes a shocking move that threatens to derail the rebellion's careful planning. Meanwhile, Commander Lawrence's influence grows as he climbs higher within Gilead's power structure.

Directors: Natalia Leite
The Handmaid's Tale
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6.91
656 votes

#10 - The Handmaid's Tale

Season 6 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/27/2025

June faces the ultimate reckoning with her past in Gilead. She must make a choice: embrace the peace she's found or continue her fight against the regime that took everything from her. Her decision will ripple through the lives of everyone she holds dear.

Directors: Elisabeth Moss
Writer: Bruce Miller