Plimpton Chats ‘Task,’ Life Changes on Kimmel Live!

Martha Plimpton promoted her new HBO series “Task” and shared personal anecdotes during her Wednesday appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in Los Angeles, exploring her move abroad, passion for road trips with her dogs and playful family nicknames.

In a lively interview, Plimpton revealed why she relocated to London and how cross-country Airstream adventures keep her grounded, offering viewers an intimate look at life beyond the screen.

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The veteran actress, known for roles in The Goonies and Parenthood, used her prime late-night platform to highlight “Task,” premiering Saturday, Sept. 7, and to connect with fans through candid stories, reinforcing her reputation for authenticity and humor.

Key Highlights

  • New Series Spotlight Plimpton discussed playing FBI Supervisory Senior Resident Kathleen McGinty in Brad Ingelsby’s thriller Task, describing her character as a hard-nosed career agent determined to get results.
  • London Move Explained She detailed reasons for leaving New York-seeking creative renewal and embracing a change of scenery in London’s vibrant theater community.
  • Road Trip Revelations The actress recounted epic cross-country trips in her Airstream with her dogs, describing the freedom and discoveries found on America’s backroads.
  • Family Quips Plimpton laughed about her mother dubbing her a “hoarder,” thanks to her collection of more than 100 VHS tapes, and gushed over her affectionate nickname for host Jimmy Kimmel.

Behind the Scenes

Plimpton’s comfort on the late-night stage underscores her versatility, seamlessly blending promotional duties with engaging storytelling. Her insider glimpses into daily life-balancing career milestones with personal growth-resonate with audiences and humanize the award-winning performer. Her “Task” co-star Mark Ruffalo praised her on-screen gravitas, noting she brings sharp wit and leadership to the role, matching the series’ tense, character-driven drama. As “Task” unfolds on HBO and Max, viewers can anticipate Plimpton’s trademark blend of strength and vulnerability, qualities she brought to Wednesday’s chat.