The Handmaid’s Tale Most Interesting Female Lead Is Not June (and Not Serena)
People are tired of the core storylines of The Handmaid's Tale. Instead, the show's most popular redhead is getting more recognition. Who is the real star of the show? Let's find out!
In the dark, dystopian world of The Handmaid’s Tale, there was one character that from the very beginning stole the hearts of the viewers with her horrifying story. June Osborne was the main female character for some time, but then other strong characters started stealing the spotlight.
First it was Serena, whose controversial arc caused quite a stir in the media. The complex architect-turned-prisoner of her own regime, she was interesting to analyze because you would never know what to expect from her next.
However, recently fans are talking more and more about Janine becoming the new hero of the series. Her character development is by far the most significant and her arc is getting more twisted with every new episode.
“Janine is the most interesting character on the show. She continually experiences character progression, growth, and range. The show should literally center around her and it would be so much better for it. Shout to the actress, she's amazing. I hope to see her in many future projects to come,” Redditor dimgwar said.
Fans want more of her storyline explored now that the focus is more likely to shift from June to Serena and vice versa, because she is the only main handmaid (except June) to have left in the show.
Fans No Longer Care About June
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Another reason why fans want the story to focus more on Janine is that June’s arc is getting dull. Even the hardcore fans of the show are saying that they are becoming numb even to the whole story arc with Luke and Hannah. And June has turned into an unlikable protagonist.
“I don’t recall a show where I cared about the main character less. June could get sent off to the colonies on the next episode and never heard from again, and I wouldn’t care. They made her so unlikable. I was rooting for her for so long, and now the past couple seasons she could just disappear,” Redditor scarfacesaints said.
Where to Stream The Handmaid’s Tale?
The Handmaid’s Tale is available to stream on Hulu.
