HBO has a knack for delivering must-watch dramas, and last year's Task proved to be one of its standout hits. The crime thriller, starring Mark Ruffalo, Fabien Frankel, and Tom Pelphrey, quickly became a fan favorite, earning a swift renewal just a month after its finale. Now, with production underway, new cast member Harry Melling has offered an exciting glimpse into what fans can expect from the upcoming season.
In a recent interview at the Toronto International Film Festival, Melling—known for his roles in The Queen's Gambit and the Harry Potter films—shared that filming for Task Season 2 is already two months in. He praised the show's creator, Brad Ingelsby, calling him "an amazing, talented person," and expressed his enthusiasm for joining the series. "I loved the first season of Task," Melling said. "It was extraordinary, and being able to join the family has been great."
The second season is set to be a crossover with HBO's acclaimed limited series Mare of Easttown, bringing back Julianne Nicholson in her Emmy-winning role as Lori Ross. This unexpected connection has sparked widespread curiosity, and while plot details remain tightly under wraps, the addition of Nicholson's character suggests a threat big enough to require extra help.
Melling is joined by new cast members Adam Nagaitis and Aminah Nieves, though their roles are still a mystery. The returning ensemble includes Mark Ruffalo as FBI Agent Tom Brandis, who led the task force in Season 1. That season followed Brandis as he hunted a crew of violent robbers led by Robbie Pendergrast, played by Pelphrey.
With the crossover, fans are speculating how the worlds of Task and Mare of Easttown will collide. Ingelsby, who wrote both shows, is the perfect bridge between the two, and his involvement has only heightened anticipation.
While waiting for Task Season 2, Melling is promoting his new horror-comedy Stuffed, which also stars Jodie Comer. The film premiered at TIFF and has already generated buzz. For more on that, check out our exclusive clip of Jodie Comer singing to a corpse.
As for Task, the first season is available on HBO Max, and fans can expect more updates as production continues. The crossover with Mare of Easttown is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated TV events of the year.
