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HBO Orders More 'Task' After Viewership Surge
20 Nov
Summary
- HBO officially renewed the drama series 'Task' for a second season.
- The show became a word-of-mouth hit, with steady viewership growth.
- The season one finale attracted 4 million viewers on HBO and HBO Max.
The critically acclaimed drama series 'Task,' created by Brad Ingelsby and starring Mark Ruffalo, has officially been picked up for a second season by HBO. The renewal comes after the show garnered significant attention and a dedicated fanbase, growing steadily in viewership each week.
The series proved to be a word-of-mouth success, with its first-night viewership for the season finale reaching 4 million across HBO and HBO Max platforms. This strong performance positions 'Task' as one of HBO's fastest-growing debut seasons ever, with the premiere episode amassing over 11.2 million viewers.
Season one of 'Task' followed a determined FBI agent's investigation into a series of drug-related robberies in suburban Philadelphia. The success of the first season has creators and the network eager to continue the narrative, with Brad Ingelsby set to return as showrunner and executive producer for the upcoming season.
