The Handmaid's Tale (1990)
The Handmaid's Tale is a 1990 drama movie directed by Volker Schlöndorff, with a running time of 1h 48m. It stars Natasha Richardson, Faye Dunaway and Aidan Quinn.
In a dystopian, polluted right-wing religious tyranny, a young woman is put in sexual slavery on account of her now rare fertility.
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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.
When was The Handmaid's Tale released?
The Handmaid's Tale was released on 15 February 1990.
How long is The Handmaid's Tale?
The Handmaid's Tale runs 1h 48m.
Who made The Handmaid's Tale?
The Handmaid's Tale was directed by Volker Schlöndorff.
Where can I watch The Handmaid's Tale?
The Handmaid's Tale is available on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Handmaid's Tale
Rent: Apple TV Store
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Natasha Richardson as Kate
- Faye Dunaway as Serena Joy
- Aidan Quinn as Nick
- Elizabeth McGovern as Moira
- Victoria Tennant as Aunt Lydia
- Robert Duvall as Commander
- Blanche Baker as Ofglen
- Traci Lind as Ofwarren / Janine
- Zoey Wilson as Aunt Helena
- Kathryn Doby as Aunt Elizabeth
- Reiner Schöne as Luke
- Lucia Hartpeng as Cora
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