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A New Chapter in Gilead: The Testaments Arrives on Hulu

GileadMonday, January 26, 2026
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Coming Soon to Hulu

Get ready for a new story set in the same world as "The Handmaid's Tale." "The Testaments" is coming to Hulu, and it's a sequel that fans have been waiting for. The first three episodes will be available on April 8, with new episodes coming out every week after that.

The Story

This new series is based on a book by Margaret Atwood, just like the first one. It's a story about two young girls, Agnes and Daisy.

  • Agnes is a good girl who follows the rules.
  • Daisy is new to Gilead and is learning to fit in.

They both go to a special school for future wives. The school is run by Aunt Lydia, and it's not a place where you can ask too many questions.

The Cast

The cast of "The Testaments" includes some familiar faces and new ones:

  • Chase Infiniti as Agnes
  • Lucy Halliday as Daisy
  • Ann Dowd returning as Aunt Lydia

There are also many other actors who will bring this story to life.

The Creators

  • Bruce Miller is the person behind this series. He also adapted "The Handmaid's Tale" for TV.
  • He's the creator, executive producer, and showrunner for "The Testaments."
  • There are many other producers involved, and Mike Barker directed the first three episodes.
  • The studio behind this series is MGM Television.

Themes

This series is about more than just a story. It's about:

  • The choices people make and the consequences of those choices.
  • The power of friendship and the strength of the human spirit.
  • A story that will make you think and feel.

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