‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Sequel ‘The Testaments’ Gets Hulu Series Order, Cast
The highly anticipated sequel series to “The Handmaid’s Tale,” titled “The Testaments,” has officially been given the green light by Hulu. Along with this exciting announcement, the streaming platform has revealed additional casting details for the show.
Amy Seimetz joins the cast as Paula, a tough homemaker and stepmother to Agnes, played by Chase Infiniti. Agnes, formerly known as Hannah in “The Handmaid’s Tale,” was portrayed by Jordana Blake. Brad Alexander takes on the role of Garth, a young Commander who becomes intertwined in the personal lives of the girls under his protection. Mabel Li rounds out the new additions as Aunt Vidala, the strict successor to the women’s sphere in Gilead.
Joining the ensemble cast are Zarrin Darnell-Martin as Aunt Gabbana, Eva Foote as Aunt Estee, Isolde Ardies as Hulda, Shechinah Mpumlwana as Jehosheba, Birva Pandya as Miriam, and Kira Guloien as Rosa. They join previously announced cast members Mattea Conforti, Lucy Halliday, Ann Dowd, and Rowan Blanchard.
Based on Margaret Atwood’s 2019 novel, “The Testaments” is set 15 years after the events of “The Handmaid’s Tale” and follows a new generation of young women navigating life in the oppressive society of Gilead. These young women, raised within the confines of Gilead, have no memories of the world outside their indoctrination. As they face the prospect of forced marriages and servitude, they must seek out allies, both new and old, to fight for their freedom and rightful lives.
The series is created by Bruce Miller, who also serves as showrunner, and executive produced by a talented team including Warren Littlefield, Elisabeth Moss, Steve Stark, and more. Mike Barker is set to direct the first three episodes of the series, which begins production in Toronto on April 7.
As fans eagerly await the premiere of “The Testaments,” they can catch the sixth and final season of “The Handmaid’s Tale” on Hulu starting April 8. Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes insights as the world of Gilead expands in this thrilling new chapter.
