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The Handmaid’s Tale (2017): TV Series vs Book
TV series · 2017 · Created by Bruce Miller · Starring Elisabeth Moss, Joseph Fiennes, Yvonne Strahovski
About the tv series
A long-running series that follows one woman through a tightly controlled new society.
How close is it to the book?
Close to the bookThe first season follows the novel closely. Later seasons move far past the book, with new plots and characters.
Read or watch first?
Start with the book if you want the original, compact story.
What the book gives you
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood
A haunting, beautifully written story that sharpens your sense of what matters most. It stays with you long after the last page.
Who will like it: Readers who want a gripping, thoughtful story about freedom, voice and resilience.