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The Handmaid's Tale S6E2 — Exile
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The Handmaid's Tale•Season 6•Episode 2

Exile

7.2/10 · 2,285 votesApr 8, 202556 min

Ranked #8 of 10 in Season 6•−0.3 vs season avg

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June tries to settle in a new community. Serena seeks sanctuary. Luke and Moira take a big risk.

Directed byElisabeth Moss
Written byJ. Holtham
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Elisabeth Moss

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June Osborne / Offred / Ofjoseph

Yvonne Strahovski

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Serena Joy Waterford

Samira Wiley

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Moira Strand

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J. Holtham

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Episode Summary

"Exile" is episode 2 of The Handmaid's Tale season 6. It scored 7.2/10 from 2,285 votes, ranking #8 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Elisabeth Moss and written by J. Holtham, it aired on April 8, 2025.

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