Wikimedia Commons/The Testaments Hulu TV The Testaments on Hulu: A new chapter in Gilead honors The Handmaid's Tale legacy while forging its own powerful, independent story. April 12, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Testaments returns viewers to the haunting world of Gilead, offering a continuation of the story fans of The Handmaid's Tale have long followed. However, this new Hulu series takes a distinct path, balancing homage to its predecessor with a fresh narrative that stands on its own merits.