Hulu fans 'cried' after first episodes of dystopian television series
The Handmaid's Tale sequel, The Testaments, has viewers already 'obsessed' over the series.
www.the-express.comHere’s the latest on Hulu’s The Testaments as of now.
What’s new
- Renewal and upcoming season: The Testaments has been renewed for a second season, with producers and the showrunner indicating they’ve planned ahead and are thinking in longer-term terms for the story. Release timing for Season 2 has not been officially announced, but reporting suggests a 2027 window is possible depending on production schedules.[1][3]
Season 1 status
- Season 1 is airing on Hulu in the U.S. and on Disney+ internationally, with the finale set for late May 2026, and early reporting points to strong viewership and positive critical reception to that date.[3][4][8]
What to expect
- Premise and setting: The series is a Handmaid’s Tale spin-off set roughly 15 years after the original, focusing on new and returning characters’ arcs in the dystopian world of Gilead. Executive producer Bruce Miller continues to guide the show’s direction as it expands the universe.[4]
Release details
- Debut date: The Testaments premiered in 2026, with ongoing promotion and anticipation for Season 2; no firm launch date for Season 2 has been confirmed publicly yet. Industry coverage notes that streaming schedules for such spin-offs can vary, occasionally spanning long gaps between seasons.[9][3]
Notable milestones
- Reception and milestones: The series has achieved notable streaming metrics and critical attention since launch, contributing to Hulu and Disney+’s continued investment in The Handmaid’s Tale universe. Rotten Tomatoes and other outlets have highlighted strong early reception in coverage around launch and subsequent episodes.[8][3][4]
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