The final season of The Handmaid’s Tale is almost on Hulu’s screen, and fans are thrilled to see June and their favorite characters back on screen one last time. Now that the waiting is almost over, you might be wondering when the premiere will be available to watch. We’ve got all the details for you! Find out what time The Handmaid’s Tale final season premiere will air below.
NOTE: The time in this story has been UPDATED based on new information.
The Handmaid’s Tale Final Season Drops April 8th
The first episode of The Handmaid’s Tale final season will premiere on Hulu and Disney+ with its first three episodes on April 8, 2025, at 12 am Eastern Time (ET). Here’s a breakdown of when you can watch it across the U.S.:
- Eastern Time: 12 a.m. April 8
- Central Time: 11 p.m. April 7
- Mountain Time: 10 p.m. April 7
- Pacific Time: 9 p.m. April 7
- Alaska: 8 p.m. April 7
- Hawaii: 6 p.m. April 7
If you’re on behind eastern time, you can catch the episodes before the day ends—no need to stay up too late to keep up with the series! Unless you’re wanting to binge watch the first three episodes… now that’s another story!
How to Watch the Premiere Online
You can watch The Handmaid’s Tale final season the same way you streamed previous episodes. The first three episodes will be available on Hulu at the times listed above. Just log into your Hulu account, search for The Handmaid’s Tale, and use the drop-down menu to select the final season—then simply pick Episode 1 to get started.
As of now, the show is exclusive to Hulu and Disney+. If you don’t have Hulu yet, you can subscribe through one of several plans, including bundles with Live TV and Disney+. Visit Hulu’s website to explore your options and see if you qualify for one of these great deals.
What Happened Last Season
Season 5 of The Handmaid’s Tale follows June as she grapples with the aftermath of killing Commander Fred Waterford. She struggles with PTSD and the moral implications of her actions, initially avoiding discussions about it with Luke and Moira. Meanwhile, Serena, now a widow, becomes a key figure in promoting Gilead’s image in Canada by setting up a Gilead Cultural Center in Toronto, further polarizing public opinion. As tensions escalate between Gilead and Canada, June and Luke embark on a perilous journey into No Man’s Land to gather information about Hannah’s situation in a “wives’ school.” They are captured, and June is forced to help Serena deliver her baby in an abandoned barn. In a surprising turn, June shows mercy by assisting Serena, reflecting her ongoing struggle between her desire for revenge and her humanity. This act concludes the season, highlighting June’s complex emotional journey amidst the escalating conflict.
We can hardly wait to see what will happen in this final chapter of The Handmaid’s Tale!
