The Handmaid's Tale (2017)
▸ Must watch
The Handmaid's Tale is streaming in Australia on Stan.
The verdict
The Handmaid's Tale has pulled the kind of numbers most English series never see. It's sitting at 8.2/10 on TMDB across 3,444 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. In Australia you can stream it on Stan.
Is it worth starting?
This is 6 seasons deep — English drama with a sci-fi & fantasy streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- It rates 8.2/10 on 3,444 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Set in a dystopian future, a woman is forced to live as a concubine under a fundamentalist theocratic dictatorship.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | MA 15+ · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Sci-Fi & Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Bruce Miller
Cast
Elisabeth Moss
June Osborne / Offred / Ofjoseph
Yvonne Strahovski
Serena Joy Waterford
Samira Wiley
Moira Strand
Where to watch in Australia
Stan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreAmazon VideoFetch TV
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is The Handmaid's Tale worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.2/10 on audience ratings. This is 6 seasons deep — English drama with a sci-fi & fantasy streak. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
Where can I watch The Handmaid's Tale?
You can stream The Handmaid's Tale in Australia on Stan.
Is The Handmaid's Tale family friendly?
The Handmaid's Tale is rated MA 15+. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is The Handmaid's Tale in?
The Handmaid's Tale is an English series (Drama / Sci-Fi & Fantasy).