Lawrence, Nick Die in Handmaid’s Tale Rebellion

In the penultimate episode of The Handmaid's Tale's final season, the Mayday rebellion executes a plan to eliminate Gilead's leadership, resulting in the deaths of Commander Joseph Lawrence and Nick Blaine in a plane explosion. Lawrence chooses to follow through with the bombing after plans change, and Nick's decision to board the flight brings a tragic end to his storyline and leaves June devastated. The episode explores shifting allegiances, with Aunt Lydia's inner conflict and vulnerability highlighted. Serena Joy's strategic moves and Moira's activism drive the plot toward the finale. The fate of other characters, such as Emily, remains unresolved. These developments set the stage for an uncertain but pivotal series conclusion.