The Handmaid's Tale season 6 UK release date and how to watch

UK fans of The Handmaid's Tale are chomping at the bit to dive into the sixth and final season of the popular dystopian drama.

The series is already being broadcast in the USA, having premiered on Hulu, the American streaming service, on April 8, with the first three episodes released all at once, reports .

Since then, the sixth season has been airing weekly, leaving UK viewers eager to find out how and when they can tune in - here's everything you need to know about The Handmaid's Tale season six.

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So, when does The Handmaid's Tale season 6 hit UK screens?

The Handmaid's Tale season six will be gracing UK screens on Saturday, May 3 on .

Episodes from the sixth season will be released weekly on Channel 4 and its online streaming platform Channel4.com.

For those wanting a recap before the premiere of season six, seasons one to five of the Emmy-winning drama are already available to stream on the service.

The Handmaid's Tale season six will also be accessible on Prime Video from May 3 for those who subscribe to the platform.

How can you watch The Handmaid's Tale season 6 in the UK?

There are two ways to catch The Handmaid's Tale season six in the UK.

Firstly, you can tune in on Channel 4 and Channel4.com for free, although you'll need to set up an account.

Once you're logged in, you can enjoy The Handmaid's Tale on a variety of devices, including mobile phones, laptops, and tablets, among others.

Alternatively, if you're a Prime Video subscriber, you can start watching season six on the platform from May 3.

Unlike other shows such as Outlander, you won't need an additional MGM+ subscription on top of your Prime Video account to watch the show.

Episodes can be watched on a variety of devices and can be downloaded for offline viewing or streamed.

How many episodes will be in The Handmaid's Tale season 6?

The Handmaid's Tale season 6 will consist of a total of 10 episodes, making it one of the shorter seasons of the bleak series.

Both seasons two and three had 13 episodes each, while the rest of the seasons have consisted of 10 instalments.

Both Channel 4 and Prime Video will air episodes weekly, with fans having to wait patiently for new episodes.

Who is in the cast of The Handmaid's Tale season 6?

Elisabeth Moss returns as lead character June Osborne in The Handmaid's Tale season 6, who is determined to bring down Gilead once and for all.

O-T Fagbenle plays Luke Bankole, June's husband and Mayday freedom fighter, who is trying to get his daughter Hannah Bankole (Jordan Blake) back from the regime.

Samira Wiley reprises her role as the indomitable Moira Strand, who is also working to overthrow the fascist government.

Max Minghella plays Commander Nick Blaine, who remains a key part of Gilead and has conflicting loyalties.

Yvonne Strahovski portrays Serena Joy, last seen boarding a train out of Canada as she escaped with other refugees from Gilead.

Ann Dowd returns as Aunt Lydia, slowly realising the true nature of Gilead.

Bradley Whitford returns as the enigmatic Commander Lawrence, who will be leading New Bethlehem in The Handmaid's Tale.

Madeline Brewer reprises her role as former handmaid Janine, finding herself in a precarious situation once more.

Josh Charles steps into the shoes of Commander Wharton, a devout leader among the Gilead elite, while Timothy Simons plays Commander Bell.

The Good Place's D'Arcy Carden is set to join the cast in an undisclosed role, with additional new faces expected to make an appearance.

So, what can we expect from The Handmaid's Tale season 6?

The upcoming series will see June and her allies attempting to overthrow Gilead, joining forces with Mayday.

Within Gilead, Commander Lawrence will be striving to create a brighter future with New Bethlehem.

Serena Joy also seems to be embarking on a new journey as she remarries, but to what purpose?

Regardless, season six will need to align with The Testaments, which is currently in development and based on Margaret Atwood's sequel to The Handmaid's Tale.

Set five years after The Handmaid's Tale, The Testaments delves deeper into Gilead and marks the beginning of the end for the regime.

The Handmaid’s Tale season 6 will be coming to Prime Video and Channel 4 on May 3 in the UK