The Testaments
The Handmaid ’s TalespinoffThe Testamentshas bring aPresumed Innocentstar as a lead fictional character in a newfangled development update for the unexampled adaptation . The Handmaid ’s Taleseason 6begins on April 8 , 2025 , marking the final time of year of the show based on Margaret Atwood ’s novel of the same name . As the show has been add up to a close , an adjustment of its sequel book , The Testaments , has been in the whole works . It will be headed by the show ’s former showrunner Bruce Miller , who oversee the first five season of the original serial .
Now , Deadlinehas confirmedThe Testamentshas almost been greenlit at Hulu , withPresumed Innocentstar Chase Infiniti set to portray one of the three lead characters . She will be joined by Ann Dowd , return to her function as Aunt Lydia fromThe Handmaid ’s Tale . The show is also expected to begin take at the remainder of March 2025 in Toronto , Canada , meaning it wo n’t be retentive until Atwood ’s sequel novel finally arrives on the small blind .
What The Testaments' Casting & Filming Update Means For The Show
The Handmaid’s Tale Spinoff Is Right Around The Corner
Infiniti made her TV acting unveiling as Jaden Sabich inPresumed Innocent , Rusty ’s ( Jake Gyllenhaal ) daughter who had an authoritative purpose throughout the show . If Atwood ’s novel is being accurately adapt , The Testaments ' storynecessitates raw view from two new characters , Agnes , who survive in Gilead , and Daisy , who survive in Canada . give the fourth dimension saltation between the two shows , it ’s possible for the actor to be playing either fibre , though one in particular has already been subtly localise up in the flagship show .
With the U.S. Government ’s failed attempt to get Hannah Bankole back , The Handmaid ’s Tale ’s Commander Lawrence already spoil her Testaments ' fate .
The filming update is another major clue as to when the series is going to come out . The Handmaid ’s Taleseason 6 wrap product in early February 2025 , with the release day of the month for season 6 confirm for just two months later . If thecast ofThe Testamentsis prepare to take in March , then episodes for the spinoff could be let go as early on as 2026 . It ’s also positive confirmation that , despite reverse from the Covid-19 pandemic to the 2023 Hollywood strikes , Hulu is now prioritizing the franchise as one door close up and another opens .
Our Take On The Testaments' Latest Updates
A Good Sign For The Franchise’s Continued Future
WithThe Testamentsalready own casting and a filming start window , The Handmaid ’s Taleis poised for a very big expansion on Hulu , even as the main show finish . With just one last time of year that will stop June ’s story and transition into the next chapter of the series , Infiniti ’s casting is a strong way to emphasize the new show ’s focus on the next genesis . There are still plenty of detail yet to be revealed , but these will no doubt descend after the independent show ’s ending episodes .
UpcomingThe Handmaid ’s TaleTV Show
Release Date
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The Handmaid ’s Taleseason 6
04 - 08 - 2025
The Testamentsseason 1
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TBA
beginning : Deadline
Cast
