So, You're Braving Gilead? (And Trying to Figure Out How Long You'll Be There...)
Okay, let's talk The Handmaid's Tale. You're thinking about jumping in, or maybe you're already neck-deep. But a burning question remains: how many seasons do I have to commit to on Hulu?
The answer, my friend, is currently... five. Five seasons of red robes, unsettling silences, and that ever-present feeling of dread.
Five Seasons... Is That Too Many?
Now, here's where I might lose some of you. Five seasons sounds manageable, right? But let's be real, each episode is like a mini-marathon of emotional intensity.
Honestly, I'm starting to think three seasons was the sweet spot. Just saying. Anyone else feel me?
Don't get me wrong, the acting is phenomenal. Elisabeth Moss is a force of nature. But the story... well, it's stretched thinner than Aunt Lydia's patience, isn't it?
The Hulu Rabbit Hole
Hulu is a black hole, isn't it? You start one show, then suddenly you're three seasons deep into something you barely remember adding to your list.
The Handmaid's Tale is especially tricky. It's so captivating, so well-made, that you can't help but keep watching. Even when you're yelling at the screen, "Just get out of Gilead already!"
You know the feeling? I bet you do.
The "Unpopular Opinion" Zone
Here's my confession: I think they should have ended it sooner. There, I said it! Feel free to @ me, Handmaid's Tale stans.
Don't get me wrong, the world Margaret Atwood created is terrifyingly brilliant. But some stories are best told concisely, powerfully, and then left to linger in your nightmares.
And some just get milked for all they're worth. You decide which camp The Handmaid's Tale falls into.
So, Should You Watch It?
Despite my… reservations, I still think you should watch it. At least the first few seasons. It's important. It's thought-provoking. It's a stark reminder of the dangers of complacency.
Just maybe pace yourself. Binge-watching this show is a recipe for existential dread.
Spread it out with some lighter fare. Maybe an episode of Bob's Burgers between Gilead visits? Just a suggestion. Trust me.
The Future of Gilead (And Your Hulu Account)
And yes, there is a sixth season coming. Brace yourselves. (And maybe stock up on chocolate and stress balls.)
Will it be amazing? Will it be… more of the same? Only time will tell.
But one thing's for sure: Hulu is committed to Gilead. So buckle up, buttercup. It's going to be a long ride. A very, very long ride.
“Nolite te bastardes carborundorum.” Just a little something to keep you going.
Good luck, and may the odds be ever in your favor... or, at least, may Hulu not crash during the crucial scenes.
