'The Testaments' Has Been Renewed for Season 2
'The Handmaid's Tale' sequel starring Chase Infiniti and Ann Dowd will return for more Gilead rebellion on Hulu.
gizmodo.comHere’s the latest on The Testaments season 2.
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Status: Renewed for a second season. Multiple outlets report Hulu has ordered a second season following strong early performance for The Testaments, the Handmaid’s Tale spin-off. This includes confirmation from major entertainment outlets and a Disney/Hulu communications note that the series has been a ratings success to date.
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Release timeline: Production is expected to ramp up with a view to a later-season release, though exact air date has not been officially announced yet. News generally points to production beginning in 2026 with a subsequent release window to be announced by Hulu.
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Cast and creative team: The series continues to feature Chase Infiniti in a leading role, with continued involvement from executive producers including Elisabeth Moss, Ann Dowd, and Bruce Miller. The core creative team remains aligned with The Handmaid’s Tale universe.
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Reception context: The renewal follows strong viewership and streaming hours, with reports of tens of millions of hours watched globally and episode-by-episode growth in viewership across the season.
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What to expect: Given the trajectory, season 2 is expected to expand on Agnes’s story and the broader resistance dynamics in Gilead, as introduced in season 1. Specific plot details are typically kept under wraps until closer to release.
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