Mark Ruffalo and Kate Winslet Crossover Sparks Excitement Now
URGENT UPDATE: The possibility of a crossover between HBO’s hit shows Mare of Easttown and Task is generating buzz among fans following comments from Brad Ingelsby, creator of both series. At the red carpet premiere of Task on September 7, 2025, Ingelsby expressed his enthusiasm for the idea of a meeting between Kate Winslet‘s detective Mare and Mark Ruffalo‘s FBI agent Tom.
“I think there were still more stories to be told about people in Delaware County,” Ingelsby said, highlighting that the two characters exist in the same narrative universe. “It wouldn’t surprise me one bit if Mare walked into a Wawa that Tom was in.” Although he doesn’t have a specific crossover story in mind, the concept is clearly on his radar, igniting excitement among fans.
Tom Pelphrey, who plays Robbie in Task, echoed Ingelsby’s sentiments, declaring, “Welcome to the new MCU,” referencing the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s success. Pelphrey, a fan of both shows, added, “If there’s a version where those things crossover, I think that would make a lot of people very happy.”
In another revealing interview with TheWrap, Ingelsby shared the backstory on how Task came to fruition after scrapping ideas for a second season of Mare of Easttown. He recounted discussions with Winslet, who was hesitant to return without a compelling narrative that matched the emotional depth of the first season. “One of the things I really struggled with was I felt like Mare was such an emotional journey. Every time I tried to think of what would happen next in Mare’s life, it was always less than that,” he explained.
As fans eagerly await more news, the success of Task, which airs on HBO every Sunday, adds to the anticipation of a potential crossover. Both shows have garnered critical acclaim, making a shared storyline between the two iconic characters a tantalizing prospect.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as fans hope to see their favorite characters collide in a gripping narrative twist that could redefine their beloved series.
