Brad Ingelsby delivers on his promise: a story without gimmicks, yet filled with genuine — and emotionally devastating — surprises. Task is now officially among the best series of 2025, a masterclass in character construction and narrative structure. If Mare of Easttown was a study of guilt, Task is about forgiveness. It’s the superior work, because here the twists aren’t “gotchas” — they’re inevitable turns that make perfect sense.

The Story Closes In

The episode picks up right where everything began to fall apart: Aleah is furious when Tom reveals that Grasso was the double agent sabotaging the task force. Determined to uncover the truth, they return to the scene where Cliff and Robbie were killed. There, they find clues that bring them closer to the real ending — and to a new confrontation.

Meanwhile, the Dark Hearts pursue their deadly agenda. The plan now is to eliminate all loose ends — including Grasso, Perry, and Jayson. Perry is ordered to kill his friend, but can’t bring himself to do it. That hesitation seals both their fates. Susan overhears a call revealing the fugitives’ location while trying to protect Maeve. It’s the spark that draws everyone to the same place — Maeve’s house.

Jayson, desperate, kills Perry after learning that Erin — whose body has just been found — was holding his mentor’s chain. Perry’s death is brutal and symbolic: the last trace of loyalty fades away.

Grasso, the Penitent

Meanwhile, Grasso seeks redemption. He confesses to his sister that, despite good intentions — protecting his family, paying the bills, caring for their mother — he crossed every line. He’s ready to turn himself in, but his boss shows up to kill him. In the confrontation, both are ambushed by a Dark Angel. The boss dies, the assassin too, but Grasso is wounded. Even at death’s door, he drives to Maeve’s house, determined to stop another tragedy.

All Roads Lead to Maeve

The tension builds in parallel. Maeve, torn between right and wrong, hides the money in the chicken coop — returning it to the police would betray Robbie’s sacrifice, but keeping it would dishonor his memory. When Grasso arrives, he warns her of the danger. She tries to flee with her nephews, but Jayson intercepts her and demands the money. Chaos ensues.

Aleah and Tom arrive moments later and find Grasso barely alive, who manages to warn them: Jayson is inside. The confrontation is violent — physical and moral. Maeve is taken hostage, and Tom can’t get a clear shot until a final gunshot echoes. Grasso, covered in blood, fires from the car and kills Jayson. Aleah takes down the second Dark Angel. The danger is over, but the emotional wreckage remains.

The Silence After the Storm

At the hospital, Grasso survives. Tom visits him one last time. The former priest refuses to give absolution:

“People beat themselves enough on their own,” he says — in one of the series’ most powerful lines.

The money disappears, but the audience understands: Tom kept his promise to Robbie and secured Maeve’s future. “You know what wisdom teaches?” he asks Kathryn. “Knowing where not to look.” She smiles — and the case is closed.

Epilogue: The Weight of Forgiveness

Months later, Sam is adopted, leaving Tom heartbroken. He, Sara, and Emily visit Ethan, his imprisoned son. Tom forgives him for Susan’s murder, acknowledging that Ethan wasn’t in control of himself. “When you get out, I’ll be waiting for you,” he promises. The circle closes — redemption finally complete.

Maeve drives north with her nephews, possibly toward Canada. The money that cost so many lives is now a chance to start over. The final road is a symbol of freedom — and of loss.

The Heart of Task

Everyone is exceptional. Fabien Frankel delivers one of the most complex performances of the year, portraying Grasso as a man torn apart yet profoundly human. Mark Ruffalo, with restraint and gravity, gives one of television’s great performances — a final monologue of pure emotion and philosophy.

With Task, Brad Ingelsby reaffirms his brilliance: few creators can weave crime, faith, and morality with such authenticity. It’s more than a crime story — it’s about the fragility of forgiveness and the tragic beauty of redemption.

A monumental series that closes 2025 with the enduring power of great television.