HBO’s latest original mini-series Task is taking social media by storm for its gripping story and outstanding performances.
Set in Philadelphia, the series follows an FBI agent who leads a special task force to uncover the dark truth behind a string of violent robberies led by an unsuspecting family man.
Task features an impressive cast including Mark Ruffalo, Emilia Jones, Fabien Frankel, and Thuso Mbedu, each delivering powerful performances that elevate the show.
Viewers have praised the show’s tight storytelling and cinematic presentation. Many said the series keeps them hooked from the first episode, thanks to its unpredictable plot and intense character arcs.
Fans even compared Task to HBO’s acclaimed True Detective, calling it one of the network’s best crime thrillers in years.
Overall, Task succeeds as a sharp, tense, and unpredictable mini-series that blends strong writing with exceptional performances. It is currently streaming on JioHotstar in India and on HBO globally.
seven episodes of cinematic masterpiece…easily one of hbo’s finest!! #task pic.twitter.com/PtB0m6qDnT
— kaaf. (@Jugnookikhooj) October 20, 2025
TASK might be HBO’s best crime show since True Detective Season One pic.twitter.com/Qzc9s3BdRr
— cinesthetic. (@TheCinesthetic) October 23, 2025
Last night’s series finale of #Task () solidified this show as one of the great miniseries in the history of HBO. For all the guns, knives, and drugs, my takeaway is that Task is a story about forgiveness. Not just a story about forgiving those around us or forgiving… pic.twitter.com/tZ2kpyO5ut
— Cinema Tweets (@CinemaTweets1) October 20, 2025
