For those who may not have seen it yet, here’s how Season 4 wrapped up—spoilers ahead.
Season 4 Overview
In this season, June escapes to Canada after five harrowing years in Gilead, where she endured captivity and violence. However, her newfound freedom is marred by PTSD and a strained relationship with her husband, Luke. Struggling to find happiness, June learns that the Waterfords are in Canadian custody, awaiting trial for their numerous crimes. She courageously testifies about her years of abuse at the hands of Fred.
A Shocking Turn of Events
In a shocking turn, June discovers that the Canadian government has granted the Waterfords immunity in exchange for information about Gilead. Enraged and told by those around her, including Luke, to “move on,” June refuses to accept this injustice. Demonstrating her fierce determination, she orchestrates a plan involving Canadian intelligence and her allies in Gilead regarding Fred’s fate.
With the assistance of Commander Lawrence and her partner Nick, June manages to negotiate the release of 22 women in return for Fred’s life. However, simply sending Fred back to Gilead isn’t enough for June—she’s made it clear throughout Season 4 that she craves vengeance.
The Climactic Confrontation
In a daring move, June and Nick execute a plan that leads Fred into “no man’s land,” where he is ambushed by June and a group of women from Gilead, resulting in his brutal demise.
In a poignant scene towards the episode’s end, June, bloodied from the confrontation, holds her daughter Nichole as she contemplates her next steps. The series concludes with a chilling image of Fred’s headless body hanging on a wall, inscribed with “Nolite te Bastardes Carborundorum,” which translates to “don’t let the bastards grind you down.”
Viewer Reactions and Future Prospects
After four long years of grappling with heavy themes, viewers finally received the catharsis they had been craving, evoking a mix of elation and trauma. The show has already been renewed for a fifth season, leaving fans eager to see what shocking moments await.
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