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When is the release date for the new HBO show ‘Task’?

September 7, 2025

New HBO Crime Drama “Task” Premieres Tonight

It’s a big night for HBO! A new crime drama titled Task, created by Brad Ingelsby, known for Mare of Easttown, is debuting tonight on both HBO and HBO Max. Much like Mare, this series is set in the Philadelphia suburbs, which are filled with familiar spots like Wawa, Rita’s water ice, and those gathering places where people exchange heartfelt conversations. Yet, unlike Kate Winslet’s series, Task doesn’t zoom in on a single detective or case; instead, it showcases a wide array of intriguing characters entwined in the world of armed robbery.

The story revolves around Robbie Prendergrast, played by Tom Pelphrey, who works as a garbage collector but has a sideline in robbing local dealers during significant drug transactions. Robbie and his crew are particularly targeting the Dark Heart, a notoriously violent motorcycle gang operating in rural Pennsylvania. As these heists escalate gang tensions, FBI agent Tom Brandis, played by Mark Ruffalo, is pulled from his routine career fairs to lead a task force aimed at stopping Robbie and his associates before the situation spins out of control.

Throughout the seven episodes, viewers will get to know Robbie and Tom while also diving into the complex lives of supporting characters. Expect to learn about Robbie’s family struggles, the personal tragedies in Brandis’s past, and the various threats facing the Dark Heart organization.

When to Watch

So, when can you start watching this latest Delco-set drama? Task premieres tonight on September 7th. The first episode, titled “The Crossroads,” will air at 9 PM on HBO and HBO Max, followed by new episodes each Sunday at the same time until October 19th.

Episode Schedule

Curious about when each episode will drop? Here’s the complete schedule for all seven episodes of Task:

Episode 1 “The Crossroads”: Sunday, September 7th
Episode 2 “Family Statement”: Sunday, September 14th
Episode 3 “Those Stronger than Forgiveness”: Sunday, September 21st
Episode 4 “All Roads”: Sunday, September 27th
Episode 5 “Vagrants”: Sunday, October 5th
Episode 6 “Beyond Fraud and the Idea of Right, There’s a River”: Sunday, October 12th
Episode 7 “Never-Little Voice”: Sunday, October 19th

Where to Watch

You can catch Task exclusively on HBO or HBO Max. If you’re wondering about subscriptions, HBO Max currently offers plans starting at $9.99 a month with ads, while the ad-free version is priced at $16.99 a month. There are also annual options that might suit those looking for a better deal, with some plans providing up to two months free.