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Aunt Lydia Clements is a fictional character portrayed by Ann Dowd in the TV series The Handmaid's Tale.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Offred (season 1), they were 61 years old.
They appear in 44 episodes out of a total of 56 aired so far and have accumulated 15486 positive votes.
The character of Aunt Lydia Clements is mainly associated with June Osborne, Janine Lindo and Brianna.

Aunt Lydia Clements

by Ann Dowd

character

Episodes44

  • 8.2
    /10

    Offred

    episode S1.E1 april 2017
    Offred, 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
  • 8.1
    /10

    Birth Day

    episode S1.E2 april 2017
    June 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
  • 8.6
    /10

    Late

    episode S1.E3 april 2017
    June visits Janine and her baby with Serena and remembers the early days of the revolution, before Gilead. Ofglen faces a difficult challenge.
    • 53min
  • 8.1
    /10

    Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum

    episode S1.E4 may 2017
    Punished by Serena, June begins to unravel and reflects on her time with Moira at the Red Center.
    • 53min
  • 8.7
    /10

    A Woman's Place

    episode S1.E6 may 2017
    When a trade delegation from Mexico comes to Gilead, June discovers several shocking secrets.
    • 55min
  • 8.6
    /10

    The Bridge

    episode S1.E9 june 2017
    June is tasked with going back to Jezebels to find a package. Meanwhile in Gilead, Janine has trouble relinquishing her newborn baby.
    • 50min
  • 9
    /10

    Night

    episode S1.E10 june 2017
    Serena confronts June and Fred. June struggles with a complicated, life-changing revelation. The Handmaids face a brutal decision.
    • 1hs
  • 8.8
    /10

    June

    episode S2.E1 april 2018
    June reckons with the consequences of a dangerous decision while haunted by memories from her past and the violent beginnings of Gilead.
    • 56min
  • 7.9
    /10

    Baggage

    episode S2.E3 may 2018
    June reflects on her relationship with her mother as she navigates her way through Gilead. In Little America, Moira tries to cope with the trauma she endured.
    • 58min
  • 7.9
    /10

    Other Women

    episode S2.E4 may 2018
    A 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
  • 8
    /10

    Seeds

    episode S2.E5 may 2018
    Offred 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
  • 8.8
    /10

    First Blood

    episode S2.E6 may 2018
    Offred 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
  • 8.2
    /10

    After

    episode S2.E7 may 2018
    An attack sends shockwaves through both Gilead and Little America; Serena makes a dangerous choice; Moira searches for someone from her past.
    • 55min
  • 8.7
    /10

    Women's Work

    episode S2.E8 june 2018
    A sick baby tests Offred and Serena; Janine finally faces Naomi.
    • 52min
  • 8.9
    /10

    Smart Power

    episode S2.E9 june 2018
    On 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
  • 9
    /10

    The Last Ceremony

    episode S2.E10 june 2018
    A 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
  • 8.3
    /10

    Holly

    episode S2.E11 june 2018
    Offred 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
  • 8.3
    /10

    Postpartum

    episode S2.E12 july 2018
    Offred 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
  • 8.5
    /10

    The Word

    episode S2.E13 july 2018
    Serena and the other Wives strive to make change; Emily learns more about her new Commander; Offred faces a difficult decision.
    • 1hs 03min
  • 7.7
    /10

    Mary and Martha

    episode S3.E2 june 2019
    June helps the Marthas with a dangerous task while navigating a relationship with her pious new walking partner; Emily and Luke struggle with their altered circumstances.
    • 51min
  • 7.9
    /10

    God Bless the Child

    episode S3.E4 june 2019
    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
  • 8.4
    /10

    Unknown Caller

    episode S3.E5 june 2019
    June and Serena grapple with a new revelation about Nichole, leading to an incident that will have far-reaching ramifications.
    • 49min
  • 8.1
    /10

    Household

    episode S3.E6 june 2019
    June 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
  • 7.3
    /10

    Under His Eye

    episode S3.E7 july 2019
    June escalates her risky efforts to find Hannah; Emily must face her past crimes; Serena and Fred contemplate their future in Washington.
    • 45min
  • 7.6
    /10

    Unfit

    episode S3.E8 july 2019
    June and the rest of the Handmaids shun Ofmatthew, and both are pushed to their limit at the hands of Aunt Lydia, who reflects on her life and relationships before the rise of Gilead.
    • 46min
  • 6.4
    /10

    Heroic

    episode S3.E9 july 2019
    Confined in a hospital, June's sanity begins to fray, but an encounter with Serena Joy forces June to reassess her recent actions.
    • 49min
  • 8.1
    /10

    Witness

    episode S3.E10 july 2019
    Ready 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
  • 8.2
    /10

    Sacrifice

    episode S3.E12 august 2019
    Gilead leadership is rocked by losses of their own; Luke and Moira adjust to new arrivals in Canada; A tragedy strikes the Lawrence household.
    • 47min
  • 9.3
    /10

    Mayday

    episode S3.E13 august 2019
    With 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
  • 7.8
    /10

    Pigs

    episode S4.E1 april 2021
    On 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
  • 8.4
    /10

    The Crossing

    episode S4.E3 april 2021
    Captured by Gilead, June faces a vengeful Aunt Lydia and endures a torturous interrogation. Nick and Lawrence collaborate to protect June. In Toronto, Luke struggles with how to help June and Hannah.
    • 1hs 03min
  • 7.9
    /10

    Chicago

    episode S4.E5 may 2021
    June seeks out more active rebels in the Chicago war zone, while Janine tries to help her fit in with their new group of survivors. Moira goes on her first field aid mission.
    • 45min
  • 8.5
    /10

    Home

    episode S4.E7 may 2021
    June struggles with her newfound freedom, reuniting with loved ones and confronting her nemesis, Serena.
    • 47min
  • 8.3
    /10

    Testimony

    episode S4.E8 june 2021
    June 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
  • 8
    /10

    Progress

    episode S4.E9 june 2021
    June 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
  • 8.1
    /10

    Ballet

    episode S5.E2 september 2022
    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
  • 7.4
    /10

    Border

    episode S5.E3 september 2022
    June 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
  • 7.2
    /10

    Dear Offred

    episode S5.E4 september 2022
    June 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
  • 7.2
    /10

    Fairytale

    episode S5.E5 october 2022
    June and Luke embark on a dangerous quest. Serena gets to know her new hosts.
    • 42min
  • 8.5
    /10

    Together

    episode S5.E6 october 2022
    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
  • 8.6
    /10

    No Man's Land

    episode S5.E7 october 2022
    June and Serena find themselves in a desperate situation.
    • 43min
  • 7.6
    /10

    Allegiance

    episode S5.E9 november 2022
    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
  • 8.4
    /10

    Safe

    episode S5.E10 november 2022
    Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its violent supporters in Toronto.
    • 54min
  • 0
    /10

    Episode #6.1

    episode S6.E1

Best moments10

  • 7.6
    /10
    18% of the votes

    Unfit

    episode S3.E8 july 2019
    June and the rest of the Handmaids shun Ofmatthew, and both are pushed to their limit at the hands of Aunt Lydia, who reflects on her life and relationships before the rise of Gilead.
    • 46min
  • 7.4
    /10
    6% of the votes

    Border

    episode S5.E3 september 2022
    June 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
  • 7.9
    /10
    4% of the votes

    Other Women

    episode S2.E4 may 2018
    A 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
  • 8.1
    /10
    3% of the votes

    Household

    episode S3.E6 june 2019
    June 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
  • 7.2
    /10
    2% of the votes

    Dear Offred

    episode S5.E4 september 2022
    June 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
  • 8.5
    /10
    2% of the votes

    Together

    episode S5.E6 october 2022
    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
  • 7.9
    /10
    1% of the votes

    God Bless the Child

    episode S3.E4 june 2019
    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
  • 6.4
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Heroic

    episode S3.E9 july 2019
    Confined in a hospital, June's sanity begins to fray, but an encounter with Serena Joy forces June to reassess her recent actions.
    • 49min
  • 8.4
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Safe

    episode S5.E10 november 2022
    Under threat, June must find a way to keep herself and her family safe from Gilead and its violent supporters in Toronto.
    • 54min
  • 8.8
    /10
    1% of the votes

    June

    episode S2.E1 april 2018
    June reckons with the consequences of a dangerous decision while haunted by memories from her past and the violent beginnings of Gilead.
    • 56min

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