The Handmaid's Tale S2E9 — Smart Power
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The Handmaid's Tale•Season 2•Episode 9

Smart Power

8.9/10 · 5,051 votesJun 13, 201857 min

Ranked #2 of 13 in Season 2•+0.5 vs season avg

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The Waterfords embark on a diplomatic trip abroad. Serena faces the temptation of life outside Gilead. Luke and Moira grapple with survivor’s guilt. Offred seeks support from allies.

Directed byJeremy Podeswa
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Episode Summary

"Smart Power" is episode 9 of The Handmaid's Tale season 2. It scored 8.9/10 from 5,051 votes, ranking #2 of 13 episodes this season (season average 8.4). Directed by Jeremy Podeswa, it aired on June 13, 2018.

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