Mark Ruffalo is back and trading in the Hulk for a badge! The Avengers star steps into the shoes of an FBI agent in the highly anticipated HBO limited series Task. Created by the mind behind Mare of Easttown, Brad Ingelsby, the forthcoming series promises an intricate storyline set in a familiar yet distinct universe.
Ingelsby himself has teased that while Task shares thematic elements with Mare, it ventures into new territory. At a recent HBO event, he excitedly remarked about his desire to tell a fresh narrative within the same world, stating, “I’m more interested in doing something different and new that can also speak to the same type of world that Mare lived in.”
As we await the return to Philadelphia, here’s everything you need to know about Task, including its plot, release date, cast, and more!
When Does Task Premiere?
Mark your calendars—the show is set to debut in September 2025, though a specific premiere date is still under wraps. Stay tuned for updates!
Where Can You Watch Task?
Of course, you can catch this HBO original limited series on HBO when it airs. For those wanting to binge-watch the next day, it will be available on HBO Max.
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Who’s in the Cast?
Mark Ruffalo leads the charge as Tom, an FBI agent described as “complicated.” Ruffalo reveals, “He’s badly damaged but fighting for good.” Joining him are a stellar cast:
– Tom Pelphrey as Robbie
– Emilia Jones as Maeve
– Thuso Mbedu as Aleah
– Raúl Castillo as Cliff
– Jamie McShane as Perry
– Sam Keeley as Jayson
– Fabien Frankel as Anthony
– Alison Oliver as Lizzie
The show will also feature a recurring cast that includes Silvia Dionicio, Owen Teague, Dominic Colón, Margarita Levieva, Raphael Sbarge, Mickey Sumner, Brian Goodman, Elvis Nolasco, Colin Bates, Isaach De Bankolé, Phoebe Fox, Coral Peña, Martha Plimpton, and Mireille Enos.
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What’s the Premise of Task?
The storyline follows Ruffalo’s character as he heads an FBI task force dealing with a series of drug-house robberies orchestrated by an unsuspecting family man played by Pelphrey. Ingelsby has woven a fascinating backdrop for the series, inspired by personal anecdotes and real-life stories. He shared in 2024 that a significant plotline sprang from his uncle’s experience as a priest who later worked alongside the FBI chaplains during mass casualty events. “How do you make sense of suffering in the world?” he poses, hinting at the depth of his characters and their journeys.
Ruffalo himself noted that the series is set in the same universe as Mare of Easttown, stating, “At some point those two might run into each other in the future, that’s what they’re saying. It’s not set, nothing’s set.”
Is There a Trailer for Task?
Yes! A trailer for Task was released in May 2025, giving fans a tantalizing glimpse of what’s to come. You can check it out on YouTube:
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As the countdown to its release begins, fans of Mark Ruffalo and engaging storytelling have much to look forward to with Task. This series promises not just thrilling drama but a deep dive into the human condition, making it a must-watch for 2025!