Even as the new mystery crime drama “Task” continues to film in our region, negotiations are underway at HBO about a “Mare of Easttown” Season 2 with Kate Winslet returning as Detective Mare Sheehan, writes Michael Tanenbaum for Philly Voice.

 A network executive said the 2021 crime drama could return for Season 2.

Discussions have been ongoing with Winslet and Mare creator, Archbishop Carroll High School and Villanova graduate Brad Ingelsby.

Ingelsby is also the creative force behind “Task,” which stars Mark Ruffalo.

Francesca Orsi, HBO’s head of drama, told Variety that conversations are taking place.  

“We might be willing to figure out with Mare, years later, picking her up — not on the heels of where she ended, but there have been years for the character that have passed. Who is she now?”

Critics praised “Mare of Easttown” and fans flocked to see the mini-series’ gritty depictions of a fictional Delaware County community coping with the murder of a teenage mother.

The show was nominated for 16 Emmy awards and won four, with Winslet taking an Emmy for her portrayal of struggling detective Mare Sheehan.

Many scenes were shot locally in Aston and Drexel Hill.

Read more about latest discussions for a “Mare of Easttown” Season 2 in Philly Voice.