After six seasons, Hulu’s hit “The Handmaid’s Tale” is coming to a close. But fans of the dystopian drama will soon be able to watch its new spinoff, “The Testaments,” which began production in Toronto in April. The sequel series will touch on similar themes of indoctrination, power, and resistance. Bruce Miller, creator and executive producer of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” is leading the project, and Ann Dowd (“The Leftovers,” “Masters of Sex”) will reprise her role as Aunt Lydia.
An official premiere date for “The Testaments” hasn’t been announced, but be sure to bookmark this page for the latest updates about the series, including casting news for future seasons.
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“The Testaments” is being adapted from Margaret Atwood’s 2019 novel of the same name, which continues the story introduced in her 1985 novel “The Handmaid’s Tale.” The sequel takes place in Gilead several years after the events of the original, following Aunt Lydia (Dowd) as the protagonist. Co-starring Chase Infiniti (“Presumed Innocent”) and Lucy Halliday (“Blue Jean”) in lead roles alongside Dowd, the story will focus on the lives of the young women who have grown up in Gilead and know nothing of the outside world. Per Deadline, the key storylines of the upcoming series will center around Aunt Lydia’s experiences and the growing rebellion among the women in Gilead as they uncover the regime’s dark secrets.
- Ann Dowd as Aunt Lydia
- Chase Infiniti as Agnes Jemima
- Lucy Halliday as Daisy
- Rowan Blanchard as Shunammite
- Mattea Conforti as Becka
- Isolde Ardies as Hulda
- Amy Seimetz as Paula
- Brad Alexander as Garth
- Mabel Li as Aunt Vidala
- Zarrin Darnell-Martin as Aunt Gabbana
- Eva Foote as Aunt Estee
- Shechinah Mpumlwana as Jehosheba
- Birva Pandya as Miriam
- Kira Guloien as Rosa
Russell Scott and Sharon Bialy of Bialy/Thomas & Associates, who both worked as the casting directors for “The Handmaid’s Tale,” are returning for “The Testaments.” For those hoping to land an audition with these CDs, Scott shared his tips on how to make a great self-tape and getting discovered. Remember that having professional acting representation is always a plus when trying to land roles.
The show’s crew includes several other alums from “The Handmaid’s Tale,” such as Mike Barker, director and executive producer; Warren Littlefield, executive producer; Steve Stark, executive producer; Wendy Hallam Martin, editor; Ana Yavari, editor; and Martha Sparrow, production designer. Other than Dowd, there’s no confirmation yet on whether any actors from “The Handmaid’s Tale,” including star Elisabeth Moss, will appear on the spinoff. However, Moss will executive produce the sequel series.
If “The Testaments” receives the same positive reviews as its predecessor, it’s safe to say that the show could be renewed for more seasons. But until we know for sure, there are plenty of other ways to build your acting résumé and increase your chances of landing future roles. Check out these weekly casting call guides:
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