In The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6, Episode 7, titled “Shattered,” heartbreak, betrayal, and a shocking massacre lead June Osborne to reignite the resistance against Gilead — and this time, she’s bringing the handmaids with her.
Following the devastating fallout of Mayday’s failed mission and her emotional split from Nick, June spirals through most of the episode. Her trust in Nick has led to tragic consequences, including the deaths of numerous women. But as always, June rises from the ashes. In the final act, she emerges more focused than ever, determined to turn her pain into a bold, coordinated uprising that could change everything.
The Jezebel’s Massacre
June and Nick, trapped together after his betrayal, bear witness to one of Gilead’s most brutal acts yet. At Jezebel’s, the guardians round up the women and gun them down inside the shower stalls. Only Janine is spared, dragged away screaming. Later, Aunt Lydia arrives at the scene and sobs as she holds a child’s drawing left behind. It’s a heart-wrenching moment that drives home the horror — and sets the tone for vengeance. 
Nick’s Misguided Guilt
After returning June to Jezebel’s, Nick tries to justify his actions. He claims he killed two guardians to protect June and her loved ones, but June calls him out for his hypocrisy. He throws her love for him back in her face — and she walks away, done with his excuses. Later, Rita pleads for help, but Nick coldly dismisses her, sealing his slide into villainy.
Backlash at Mayday HQ
June’s confession that she trusted Nick sparks an emotional blowout with Luke, who lashes out at her for clinging to hope in someone who betrayed them all. “Don’t be in love with a f—king Nazi,” he yells, voicing what everyone else is too afraid to say.
But Moira offers a gentler perspective: Nick may have helped them survive, even if his loyalty was flawed. When June and Luke share a quiet moment, she admits she still loves him — but doesn’t want him to stay out of pity. Despite the hurt, Luke reaches for her hand, signaling he’s not ready to let go.
Serena’s Bridal Power Play
Elsewhere, Serena endures a bridal shower full of judgmental commanders’ wives. When she tries to discuss giving handmaids retirement opportunities through her fertility center, the wives dismiss her. At home, she plans a grand wedding — inviting the handmaids to show her “compassion,” even if it clashes with her vanity.
Janine’s Fate and Aunt Lydia’s Rage
Janine is revealed to be alive, but beaten and locked away by her new “owners,” Commander Bell and his wife. Lydia is overjoyed by the news — until she sees Janine waving through a window, bruised and unfit for public view. Lydia’s protective instincts are stronger than ever, and her anger may become a catalyst.
The Plan is Back On
Commander Lawrence and Tuello approach June with a chance to strike. Serena’s high-profile wedding will be full of Gilead’s elite — and handmaids. Lawrence drops the bombshell that Janine is still alive, and that’s all it takes to spark a new plan.
June, Moira, and Luke prepare for a full-scale assault. The bombs are still in place, weapons will be smuggled in, and chaos will serve as the perfect smokescreen for a coup. Even Rita gets involved — and she’s baking the wedding cake, armed with a box of white powder from Tuello.
The Revolution Begin
Lawrence has Aunt Lydia conveniently sent to D.C., giving June and Moira a way into the Red Center. With help from Aunt Phoebe, they sneak inside to find the handmaids ready to rise. Moira hesitates, but June grounds her with a fiery take on Psalm 23: “Give us the strength to murder those g-ddamn mother—kers.” Moira nods. “A-f—king-men.”
