The Handmaid's Tale(1990)
“A haunting tale of sexuality in a country gone wrong.”
Overview
In a dystopian, polluted right-wing religious tyranny, a young woman is put in sexual slavery on account of her now rare fertility.
Director
Volker Schlöndorff
Studio
Cinecom Entertainment Group
Budget
$13M
Revenue
$5M
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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Movie Facts
Release Year
1990
Runtime
1h 48m
Language
English
Rating
6.1 / 10
Budget
$13M
Box Office
$5M
Production Companies
Cinecom Entertainment Group • Cinetudes Films • Neue Bioskop Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Handmaid's Tale?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Handmaid's Tale (1990).
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.
Who directed The Handmaid's Tale?▼
The Handmaid's Tale was directed by Volker Schlöndorff and released in 1990. It is a drama, science fiction film.
How long is The Handmaid's Tale?▼
The Handmaid's Tale has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
Who stars in The Handmaid's Tale?▼
The cast of The Handmaid's Tale includes Natasha Richardson as Kate, Faye Dunaway as Serena Joy, Aidan Quinn as Nick, Elizabeth McGovern as Moira, Victoria Tennant as Aunt Lydia and more.
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