The Handmaid's Tale
"A haunting tale of sexuality in a country gone wrong."
Originally released in 1990. The Handmaid's Tale is a drama/science fiction film. directed by Volker Schlöndorff.
Starring Natasha Richardson, Faye Dunaway, and Aidan Quinn
Synopsis
In a dystopian, polluted right-wing religious tyranny, a young woman is put in sexual slavery on account of her now rare fertility.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 15, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 48m
108 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (267 votes)
Budget
$13M
Production budget
Box Office
$5M
0.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $13,000,000
- Revenue
- $4,960,385
Production Companies
- Cinecom Entertainment Group
- Cinetudes Films
- Neue Bioskop Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Handmaid's Tale about?
In a dystopian, polluted right-wing religious tyranny, a young woman is put in sexual slavery on account of her now rare fertility.
Who directed The Handmaid's Tale?
The Handmaid's Tale was directed by Volker Schlöndorff.
How long is The Handmaid's Tale?
The Handmaid's Tale has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
When was The Handmaid's Tale released?
The Handmaid's Tale was released on February 15, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Handmaid's Tale?
The main cast of The Handmaid's Tale includes Natasha Richardson, Faye Dunaway, Aidan Quinn, Elizabeth McGovern, Victoria Tennant.
Is The Handmaid's Tale worth watching?
The Handmaid's Tale has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 267 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.