


Film · Released
The Handmaid's Tale
“A haunting tale of sexuality in a country gone wrong.”
The Handmaid's Tale at a glance
The Handmaid's Tale is a 1990 drama and science fiction film, running 1h 48m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: R in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
Rated R in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1990-02-15
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Genres
- Drama, Science Fiction
- Director
- Volker Schlöndorff
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.1 / 10 · 302 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn a dystopian, polluted right-wing religious tyranny, a young woman is put in sexual slavery on account of her now rare fertility.
Cast
14 names
Natasha RichardsonKate
Faye DunawaySerena Joy
Aidan QuinnNick
Elizabeth McGovernMoira
Victoria TennantAunt Lydia
Robert DuvallCommander
Blanche BakerOfglen
Traci LindOfwarren / Janine
Kathryn DobyAunt Elizabeth
Reiner SchöneLuke
Lucile McIntyreRitaQuestions about The Handmaid's Tale
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Handmaid's Tale in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Handmaid's Tale is listed on MGM Plus Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Handmaid's Tale suitable for children?
The Handmaid's Tale is rated R in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Handmaid's Tale on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Handmaid's Tale about?
In a dystopian, polluted right-wing religious tyranny, a young woman is put in sexual slavery on account of her now rare fertility.
How long is The Handmaid's Tale?
The Handmaid's Tale runs for 1h 48m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Handmaid's Tale trailer?
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