After a good Task Episode 3, fans were desperately waiting for the 4th episode, and it finally came on September 28, 2025. Through episode 4, HBO’s gripping crime drama continues to raise the stakes. But is the episode actually worth it? Let’s find out in this Task Episode 4 review.
Task Episode 4 Overview
- Release Date: 28th September 2025
- Director: Salli Richardson-Whitfield
- Stars: Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, Emilia Jones, Thuso Mbedu, Raúl Castillo, Jamie McShane, Sam Keeley
- Creator, Executive Producer: Brad Ingelsby
- Rating: ★★★☆☆☆ (3.7/5)
Task Episode 4 Review Tom’s Game Plan and the Mole Mystery
The episode firstly takes us to Tom (Mark Ruffalo), who is now setting a new strategy to catch Cliff (Raúl Castillo). Tom’s task forces have Ray’s phone in their possession, and now they try to do a sting operation. However, the mole subplot was much needed and added an intense layer of intrigue. Kathleen’s cryptic line, which says, “It’s me, I think we have a problem,” feels like a red herring. With episode 4, one thing is clear: the mystery of the mole is going to become central to the series’ suspense.
Dark Hearts’ Ruthless Plans
On the other side, the Dark Hearts’ crime continues to increase in its brutality. “Papa Dark Heart” has declared that Jayson must be eliminated, and it signalled the growing instability within the gang. Perry later discovers that Jayson’s betrayal is very deep, and this leads to their violent confrontation that adds to the tension. These moments underline how personal vendettas are colliding with organized crime.
Robbie’s Struggles and Family Ties
Robbie’s storyline is probably most interesting in the Task, and it has now taken a heartbreaking turn. She is shown struggling to balance family loyalty with criminal choices, and this highlights the moral decay at the show’s core. Viewers are also shown a flashback of Robbie with her brother, Billy. This flashback works perfectly as it will remain viewers of what she has already lost. Moreover, Maeve’s confrontation with Robbie about his reckless plans has made one thing clear that her family is in danger. The father-daughter dance sequence adds emotional weight.
Brandis’s Emotional Depth
Tom Brandis’s (played with raw vulnerability by Ruffalo) confession about losing faith during his time in the priesthood adds the much-needed weight to the series. This scene was perfectly executed, and it added a silent and powerful layer to the series.
Cliff’s Brutal Fate
Cliff’s is no more and it is shocking for the fans. He is beaten mercilessly and then suffocated to death, which is very heartbreaking and it will bring tears to the fans eved. Raúl Castillo’s haunting performance was so natural, and it makes this death scene unforgettable. This incident will leave Viewers shaken, and the emotional weight of his exit can be felt throughout the episode.
Suspicion Falls on Anthony
As we reach the series end, the closing moments take us to a chilling revelation: Anthony may be the mole. The suspicion rises due to his inconsistencies during the sting operation, and suspicious behavior with Ray’s phone. We don’t know whether Anything is the mole or not. But one thing is clear: the mole mystery is going to dominate upcoming episodes.
Task Episode 4 Review Final Thoughts
Overall, Task Episode 4 has presented to us the right balance of an intense blend of suspense, violence, and emotional storytelling. The directors and story writers were perfect as they presented a touching personal trauma, and organized crime continues to elevate the show. Task episode 4 has many crucial moments in the form of Cliff’s tragic end and the mole mystery heating up.
This episode 4 has perfectly cemented the upcoming mystery around the mole. The Task Episode 4 has made one thing clear: viewers are in for an unforgettable ride next week.
Task Episode 4 Trailer
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