Serena Joy's Near-Death in 'The Handmaid's Tale' Finale

The series finale of 'The Handmaid's Tale' features a poignant ending for Serena Joy, played by Yvonne Strahovski, who survives and finds a moment of acceptance with her son Noah, contrasting earlier darker ideas of her death. The show's creators debated her fate, ultimately choosing a more hopeful conclusion, emphasizing her journey from cruelty to a complex, humanized character. The finale also explores themes of hope, loss, and the enduring bonds between mothers and children, with the ending reflecting a realistic, bittersweet tone.