Brad Ingelsby returns to Pennsylvania with softer, sharper noir.
Why it matters
Episode guide
7 episodes across 1 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
A grieving FBI agent and a garbageman-thief race toward each other in suburban Philly.
Network & studio
- HBO — cable network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2020s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Brad Ingelsby returns to Pennsylvania with softer, sharper noir.
Creators
Brad Ingelsby
Key cast
- Mark Ruffalo as Tom Brandis
- Tom Pelphrey as Robbie
- Emilia Jones as Maeve
Flash facts
- Task aired on HBO (2025).
- Genres: crime, drama.
- Part of the TV Flash 2020s catalog.
- Network home(s): HBO.
FAQ
What network aired Task?
Task is associated with HBO (2025).
Why is Task in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2020s?
Brad Ingelsby returns to Pennsylvania with softer, sharper noir.
Who are the key names behind Task?
Creators and principals include Brad Ingelsby.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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