Overview
- The seven-episode season concluded on Oct. 19 with a definitive, character-focused ending that provided closure to its first arc.
- Mark Ruffalo and Brad Ingelsby discussed the lead character’s final choices in post-finale interviews, highlighting themes of forgiveness, responsibility and imperfect decisions.
- HBO has not announced a Season 2, and Ingelsby has said he would return to tell additional stories in the same world, with a crossover with Mare of Easttown floated as a possibility.
- HBO entered Task in the Golden Globes Drama category rather than Limited Series, a move observers note could signal openness to future installments.
- Critics and viewers praised the finale and performances, fueling awards conversation, and all episodes are streaming on HBO Max.