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The Best Episodes of The Handmaid's Tale Season 3

Every episode of The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Handmaid's Tale Season 3!

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Set in a dystopian future, a woman is forced to live as a concubine under a fundamentalist theocratic dictatorship.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 13 - Mayday
    9.3/10(7437 votes)

    S3:E13

    With her plan in place, June reaches the point of no return on her bold strike against Gilead and must decide how far she’s willing to go. Serena Joy and Commander Waterford attempt to find their way forward in their new lives.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:Bruce Miller

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  2. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 11 - Liars
    9.2/10(6504 votes)

    S3:E11

    A return to Jezebels puts everything in jeopardy; Serena Joy and Commander Waterford take a clandestine trip.

    Director:Deniz Gamze Ergüven
    Writer:Yahlin Chang

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  3. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 5 - Unknown Caller
    8.4/10(4392 votes)

    S3:E5

    June and Serena grapple with a new revelation about Nichole, leading to an incident that will have far-reaching ramifications.

    Director:Colin Watkinson
    Writer:Marissa Jo Cerar

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  4. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 1 - Night
    8.3/10(5135 votes)

    S3:E1

    June embarks on a bold mission with unexpected consequences. Emily and Nichole make a harrowing journey. The Waterfords reckon with Serena Joy’s choice to send Nichole away.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:Bruce Miller

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  5. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 12 - Sacrifice
    8.2/10(3861 votes)

    S3:E12

    Gilead leadership is rocked by losses among their own. Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals in Canada. June worries about disruptions to her plan, only to have tragedy strike the entire household.

    Director:Deniz Gamze Ergüven
    Writer:Eric Tuchman

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  6. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 6 - Household
    8.1/10(4527 votes)

    S3:E6

    June accompanies the Waterfords to Washington D.C., where a powerful family offers a glimpse of the future of Gilead. June makes an important connection as she attempts to protect Nichole.

    Director:Dearbhla Walsh
    Writer:Dorothy Fortenberry

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  7. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 10 - Witness
    8.1/10(4057 votes)

    S3:E10

    June must deal with a devious ploy on the part of Commander Waterford.

    Director:Daina Reid
    Writer:Jacey Heldrich

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  8. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 3 - Useful
    8.0/10(4455 votes)

    S3:E3

    June navigates a meeting where she must face both Commander Waterford and Nick. Serena Joy attempts to recuperate at her mother’s home. Lawrence teaches June a hard lesson about the difficult decisions he makes as a Commander.

    Director:Amma Asante
    Writer:Yahlin Chang

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  9. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 4 - God Bless the Child
    7.9/10(4117 votes)

    S3:E4

    June negotiates a truce in the Waterfords’ fractured relationship. Janine oversteps with the Putnam family, and a still-healing Aunt Lydia offers a brutal public punishment.

    Director:Amma Asante
    Writer:Eric Tuchman

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  10. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 8 - Unfit
    7.7/10(4323 votes)

    S3:E8

    June and the rest of the Handmaids shun Ofmatthew, and both are pushed to their limit at the hands of Aunt Lydia. Aunt Lydia reflects on her life and relationships before the rise of Gilead.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:Kira Snyder

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  11. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 2 - Mary and Martha
    7.6/10(4385 votes)

    S3:E2

    June helps Marthas with a dangerous task while navigating a relationship with her pious and untrustworthy new walking partner. Emily and Luke struggle with their altered circumstances.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writer:Kira Snyder

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  12. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 7 - Under His Eye
    7.3/10(4081 votes)

    S3:E7

    June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah. Emily must face her past crimes as the ongoing international diplomatic crisis becomes more complicated.

    Director:Mike Barker
    Writers:Nina Fiore, John Herrera

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  13. The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 Episode 9 - Heroic
    6.5/10(5920 votes)

    S3:E9

    Confined in a hospital, June’s sanity begins to fray. An encounter with Serena Joy forces June to reassess her recent actions.

    Director:Daina Reid
    Writer:Lynn Renee Maxcy

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Mayday" is the best rated episode of "The Handmaid's Tale" season 3. It scored 9.3/10 based on 7437 votes. Directed by Mike Barker and written by Bruce Miller, it aired on 8/14/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Liars".