Serena Joy Waterford is a fictional character portrayed by Yvonne Strahovski in the TV series The Handmaid's Tale.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Offred (season 1), they were 34 years old.
They appear in 49 episodes out of a total of 56 aired so far and have accumulated 128936 positive votes.
The character of Serena Joy Waterford is mainly associated with Fred Waterford, June Osborne and Nick Blaine.
Episodes49
Offred
episode S1.E1 april 2017Offred, one of the few fertile women known as Handmaids in the oppressive Republic of Gilead, struggles to survive as a reproductive surrogate for a powerful Commander and his resentful wife.- 57min
Birth Day
episode S1.E2 april 2017June and her fellow Handmaids assist with the delivery of Janine's baby, prompting her to recall her own daughter's birth, and draws closer to Ofglen while dreading a secret meeting with the Commander.- 47min
Late
episode S1.E3 april 2017June visits Janine and her baby with Serena and remembers the early days of the revolution, before Gilead. Ofglen faces a difficult challenge.- 53min
Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum
episode S1.E4 may 2017Punished by Serena, June begins to unravel and reflects on her time with Moira at the Red Center.- 53min
Faithful
episode S1.E5 may 2017Serena makes June a surprising proposition, as June remembers the unconventional beginning of her relationship with Luke; Emily tries reintegrating into Gilead.- 53min
A Woman's Place
episode S1.E6 may 2017When a trade delegation from Mexico comes to Gilead, June discovers several shocking secrets.- 55min
Jezebels
episode S1.E8 may 2017While his wife is away, Commander Waterford takes Offred on an excursion outside the walls of Gilead to a den of iniquity where she finds a familiar face.- 50min
The Bridge
episode S1.E9 june 2017June is tasked with going back to Jezebels to find a package. Meanwhile in Gilead, Janine has trouble relinquishing her newborn baby.- 50min
Night
episode S1.E10 june 2017Serena confronts June and Fred. June struggles with a complicated, life-changing revelation. The Handmaids face a brutal decision.- 1hs
June
episode S2.E1 april 2018June reckons with the consequences of a dangerous decision while haunted by memories from her past and the violent beginnings of Gilead.- 56min
Other Women
episode S2.E4 may 2018A baby shower provokes a troubling shift in Offred's relationship with Serena Joy. Offred reckons with the choice she made that led her to become a Handmaid.- 54min
Seeds
episode S2.E5 may 2018Offred spirals as a Gilead ceremony disrupts her relationship with Nick. Janine tries to adjust to life in the Colonies, jeopardizing her friendship with Emily.- 52min
First Blood
episode S2.E6 may 2018Offred finds unexpected allies and obstacles in her search for a way to protect Hannah. The Commander prepares for the dedication of a new Red Center. Nick struggles with his new assignment.- 58min
After
episode S2.E7 may 2018An attack sends shockwaves through both Gilead and Little America; Serena makes a dangerous choice; Moira searches for someone from her past.- 55min
Women's Work
episode S2.E8 june 2018A sick baby tests Offred and Serena; Janine finally faces Naomi.- 52min
Smart Power
episode S2.E9 june 2018On a diplomatic trip abroad, Serena faces the temptation of life outside Gilead; Luke and Moira grapple with survivor's guilt; Offred seeks support from allies.- 57min
The Last Ceremony
episode S2.E10 june 2018A frustrated Serena becomes desperate; The Commander tries to make amends with Offred; Nick pushes Eden farther away; Offred is faced with an unexpected reunion.- 55min
Holly
episode S2.E11 june 2018Offred faces a grueling challenge alone as she recalls her life as a mother; Serena and the Commander deal with the fallout of their actions towards Offred.- 48min
Postpartum
episode S2.E12 july 2018Offred is sent to a familiar place; Nick is rocked by Gilead's brutal response to a crime; Emily is assigned to a mysterious new house.- 55min
The Word
episode S2.E13 july 2018Serena and the other Wives strive to make change; Emily learns more about her new Commander; Offred faces a difficult decision.- 1hs 03min
Night
episode S3.E1 june 2019June embarks on a bold mission with unexpected consequences; Emily and Nichole make a harrowing journey; The Waterfords reckon with Serena Joy's choice to send Nichole away.- 50min
Useful
episode S3.E3 june 2019Serena Joy attempts to recuperate at her mother's home; Lawrence teaches June a hard lesson about the difficult decisions he makes as a Commander.- 50min
God Bless the Child
episode S3.E4 june 2019June negotiates a truce in the Waterfords' fractured relationship; Janine oversteps with the Putnam family; A still-healing Aunt Lydia offers a brutal public punishment.- 51min
Unknown Caller
episode S3.E5 june 2019June and Serena grapple with a new revelation about Nichole, leading to an incident that will have far-reaching ramifications.- 49min
Household
episode S3.E6 june 2019June makes an important connection as she attempts to protect Nichole while accompanying the Waterfords to Washington D.C., where a powerful family offers a glimpse of the future of Gilead.- 56min
Under His Eye
episode S3.E7 july 2019June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah; Emily must face her past crimes; Serena and Fred contemplate their future in Washington.- 45min
Heroic
episode S3.E9 july 2019Confined in a hospital, June's sanity begins to fray, but an encounter with Serena Joy forces June to reassess her recent actions.- 49min
Witness
episode S3.E10 july 2019Ready to strike back at her oppressors, June starts making arrangements for an ambitious plan, but a devious ploy on the part of Commander Waterford threatens to derail her.- 52min
Liars
episode S3.E11 july 2019A return to Jezebels puts everything in jeopardy; Serena Joy and Commander Waterford take a clandestine trip.- 52min
Sacrifice
episode S3.E12 august 2019Gilead leadership is rocked by losses of their own; Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals in Canada; A tragedy strikes the Lawrence household.- 47min
Mayday
episode S3.E13 august 2019With her plan in place, June reaches the point of no return on her bold strike against Gilead; Serena Joy and Commander Waterford attempt to find their way forward in their new lives.- 1hs 04min
Pigs
episode S4.E1 april 2021On the run, an injured June and the fugitive Handmaids find refuge at a farm. In Gilead, an imprisoned Lawrence tries to avoid a death sentence. Aunt Lydia reels from the loss of 86 children on Angels' Flight.- 56min
Nightshade
episode S4.E2 april 2021June plots revenge at the local Jezebels, before she and the Handmaids plan to leave the farm for the next safe house. In Toronto, Moira deals with the fallout of June's choices. Serena and Fred are bound together by a miracle.- 48min
Milk
episode S4.E4 may 2021June takes a harrowing journey with Janine, trying to escape Gilead, as Janine remembers a stressful experience in her past. In Toronto, Serena tries to manipulate Rita, who seeks advice from Moira.- 47min
Home
episode S4.E7 may 2021June struggles with her newfound freedom, reuniting with loved ones and confronting her nemesis, Serena.- 47min
Testimony
episode S4.E8 june 2021June confronts Fred and Serena in court and challenges Emily to face a painful reminder of her Gilead past. Lawrence presents Aunt Lydia with a newly captured, familiar Handmaid.- 57min
Progress
episode S4.E9 june 2021June and Luke work together to save Hannah. Serena and Fred greet unexpected visitors from Gilead. Janine tries to assist Aunt Lydia when a Handmaid-in-training goes on hunger strike.- 55min
The Wilderness
episode S4.E10 june 2021June draws on all her resources and relationships, risking everything to ensure her own kind of justice.- 58min
Morning
episode S5.E1 september 2022June confronts the consequences of killing Fred. A scared Serena makes an unexpected decision.- 54min
Ballet
episode S5.E2 september 2022June struggles to move on with her life in Toronto. Serena plans an elaborate memorial. Aunt Lydia and Janine prepare Esther for her first posting as a Handmaid.- 54min
Border
episode S5.E3 september 2022June and Moira join a rebel outpost. As a pregnant widow, Serena tries to restore her status. Aunt Lydia questions her strict methods of dealing with Handmaids.- 46min
Dear Offred
episode S5.E4 september 2022June fights her need for violent revenge as Serena settles into her new role in Toronto. Rattled by Janine, Aunt Lydia makes a surprising suggestion to Lawrence.- 45min
Fairytale
episode S5.E5 october 2022June and Luke embark on a dangerous quest. Serena gets to know her new hosts.- 42min
Together
episode S5.E6 october 2022June and Luke's mission puts them in serious jeopardy. Serena senses a threat from her benefactors. Lawrence and Nick make a shocking power move.- 50min
No Man's Land
episode S5.E7 october 2022June and Serena find themselves in a desperate situation.- 43min
Motherland
episode S5.E8 october 2022June receives a tempting offer from a surprise visitor. Serena hits rock bottom and searches for allies.- 49min
Allegiance
episode S5.E9 november 2022June and Luke prepare for a rescue mission. Serena tries new tactics with her oppressive hosts. Lawrence makes a surprising proposal to elevate his status.- 45min
Safe
episode S5.E10 november 2022Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its violent supporters in Toronto.- 54min
Episode #6.1
episode S6.E1
- Offred
- Birth Day
- Late
- Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum
- Faithful
- A Woman's Place
- Jezebels
- The Bridge
- Night
- June
- Other Women
- Seeds
- First Blood
- After
- Women's Work
- Smart Power
- The Last Ceremony
- Holly
- Postpartum
- The Word
- Night
- Useful
- God Bless the Child
- Unknown Caller
- Household
- Under His Eye
- Heroic
- Witness
- Liars
- Sacrifice
- Mayday
- Pigs
- Nightshade
- Milk
- Home
- Testimony
- Progress
- The Wilderness
- Morning
- Ballet
- Border
- Dear Offred
- Fairytale
- Together
- No Man's Land
- Motherland
- Allegiance
- Safe
- Episode #6.1
Best moments10
- A sick baby tests Offred and Serena; Janine finally faces Naomi.
- 52min
- June and Luke's mission puts them in serious jeopardy. Serena senses a threat from her benefactors. Lawrence and Nick make a shocking power move.
- 50min
- Serena Joy attempts to recuperate at her mother's home; Lawrence teaches June a hard lesson about the difficult decisions he makes as a Commander.
- 50min
- Serena and the other Wives strive to make change; Emily learns more about her new Commander; Offred faces a difficult decision.
- 1hs 03min
- June and Serena find themselves in a desperate situation.
- 43min
- An attack sends shockwaves through both Gilead and Little America; Serena makes a dangerous choice; Moira searches for someone from her past.
- 55min
- June struggles to move on with her life in Toronto. Serena plans an elaborate memorial. Aunt Lydia and Janine prepare Esther for her first posting as a Handmaid.
- 54min
- June and Luke prepare for a rescue mission. Serena tries new tactics with her oppressive hosts. Lawrence makes a surprising proposal to elevate his status.
- 45min
- June embarks on a bold mission with unexpected consequences; Emily and Nichole make a harrowing journey; The Waterfords reckon with Serena Joy's choice to send Nichole away.
- 50min
- June negotiates a truce in the Waterfords' fractured relationship; Janine oversteps with the Putnam family; A still-healing Aunt Lydia offers a brutal public punishment.
- 51min
- Women's Work
- Together
- Useful
- The Word
- No Man's Land
- After
- Ballet
- Allegiance
- Night
- God Bless the Child