By Stig Editor 
📢 Netflix Announces The New Testament: A Standalone Handmaid’s Tale Spin-Off Movie with Official Release Date…
LOS ANGELES — May 31, 2025 — Netflix has officially unveiled The New Testament, a powerful spin-off film set in the universe of The Handmaid’s Tale. The standalone movie is scheduled for global release on October 18, 2025, offering fans a long-awaited return to the haunting world of Gilead—this time through a bold, cinematic lens.
Set 15 years after the events of the original series, The New Testament explores the far-reaching consequences of Gilead’s oppressive regime. It follows a new generation of survivors, rebels, and reformers who are grappling with the cost of freedom and the weight of the stories that came before them.
🎬 A Cinematic Continuation of a Dystopian Legacy
At the center of the film is Hannah Bankole, the daughter of June Osborne, who was raised in Gilead and now finds herself confronting its fading but dangerous remnants. Torn between loyalty, truth, and a future that has yet to be written, Hannah becomes the emotional core of a story about resistance, legacy, and personal awakening.
While the film draws inspiration from Margaret Atwood’s acclaimed sequel novel The Testaments, it introduces original elements that deepen the mythology and bring new urgency to the themes of power, control, and rebellion.
🌍 From Series to Feature Film
Unlike the serialized format of Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale, The New Testament is a standalone feature film designed to conclude lingering threads and ignite new conversations. Netflix has confirmed that the film will feature a mix of familiar faces and new talent, with Elisabeth Moss serving as executive producer.
The director and cast have yet to be officially announced, but early reports suggest that the production will blend the stark aesthetic of the original show with a more hopeful—but no less intense—tone.
📅 Mark Your Calendar
The New Testament premieres October 18, 2025, exclusively on Netflix.
Stay tuned for the official trailer and cast announcements in the coming weeks.