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One key actor who played an original Dexter villain recently teased that he will make his franchise return in the upcoming sequel series Dexter: Resurrection. Following the streaming success of the Dexter prequel series Original Sin, which was released last year, Resurrection will become the third Dexter spin-off series and the second to star original Dexter actor Michael C. Hall. After Dexter had apparently died in Dexter: New Blood, the opening scene of Original Sin proved that Dexter did survive a near-fatal gunshot from his son, Harrison. The trailer for Dexter: Resurrection features the serial killer protagonist on a new adventure set in New York City.

In a TikTok posted on June 12, actor Christian Camargo – who played Brian Moser, aka The Ice Truck Killer in Dexter season 1 – hinted at his return in Dexter: Resurrection. In the social media post, Camargo was on a TV production set before teasing his wardrobe...

The haunting memory of James Doakes, the intelligent, no-nonsense sergeant who came terrifyingly close to exposing Dexter Morgan’s dark secret, is being resurrected. After years of being absent from the franchise, Erik King is supposedly making a return in the upcoming Dexter: Resurrection series.

Because the character met a shocking end in Season 2, the revival doesn’t plan on literally resurrecting him. Instead, Doakes will be appearing as a hallucination, making him a part of Dexter’s emotional torment. With this freshly revealed twist, the show is set to revisit one of its most tragic and morally complex fallouts: the wrongful demise of a man whose only crime was knowing Dexter’s real identity.

Dexter: Resurrection showrunner confirms Erik King’s return in the series

In a recent appearance at the Dexter: Resurrection panel at Ccxp Mexico, showrunner Clyde Phillips took Dexter fans and the media by surprise...

The upcoming series in the Dexter-verse, Dexter: Resurrection, is set to bring back some of the most iconic and memorable characters from the original series. Among these returning figures are the Trinity Killer, Miguel Prado, Harry Morgan, and Angel Batista, who is expected to play a major role alongside Michael C. Hall.

However, amid Batista’s significant return, there have also been hints about the comeback of another fan-favorite, the humorous and awkward Vince Masuka, known for his off-color jokes and sharp forensic expertise.

Could Vince Masuka possibly return in Dexter: Resurrection?

Amid the return of several characters from the original series in Dexter: Resurrection, one name that keeps popping up is Vince Masuka. Known for his crude sense of humor and razor-sharp forensic skills, Masuka, played by C.S. Lee, was a constant source of comic relief throughout Dexter’s original run.

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Although it seemed that Dexter’s journey had finally come to an end following the character’s “death,” you really cannot keep a good killer down. Dexter: Resurrection is now just over a month away from binging back Michael C. Hall’s ever-popular vigilante serial killer, and that means it is time for a brand-new trailer to whet the appetite for this follow-up to Dexter: New Blood. Surprise motherf***er indeed.

When Dexter came to an end in 2013, with a rather disappointing finale for many fans, it seemed like that was it for the killer ways of the character. But almost a decade later, Dexter: New Blood picked up the story, bringing in, as the title suggests, plenty of new blood to the franchise while also bringing back Hall in the titular role. Last year, the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin became yet another unexpected addition to the franchise.

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For eight seasons and 96 episodes, from 2006 to 2013, the series Dexter ran on Showtime, telling the story of Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department who is also a vigilante serial killer. Clyde Phillips was showrunner on Dexter for the first four seasons, and in 2021 he and Showtime brought us the revival series Dexter: New Blood… which, for a time, also seemed to be the end of it all. But that’s not the case. Showtime has tasked Phillips with continue to build up the Dexter franchise, with the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin premiering back in December and a New Blood follow-up called Dexter: Resurrection, which heard was heading for a June premiere date. It’s actually going to miss June by a handful of days, as Showtime has revealed (and trades like The Hollywood Reporter have confirmed) that Dexter: Resurrection is going to premiere with two episodes on Friday,...

The first official trailer for the upcoming Dexter sequel series, Dexter: Resurrection, has been released by Paramount+ with Showtime at Ccxp Mexico 2025. Created by Dexter: New Blood and Dexter: Original Sin showrunner Clyde Phillips, Dexter: Resurrection will take place after the events of Dexter: New Blood, which ended with Dexter seemingly being shot and killed by his adult son, Harrison. A brief opening scene in Dexter: Original Sin, which received mostly positive reviews, revealed that Dexter survived the gunshot ahead of the Dexter: Resurrection series premiere on July 11, 2025.

The new trailer for Dexter: Resurrection shows Michael C. Hall's iconic Dexter Morgan hitting the streets of New York City. After waking up in a hospital and encountering his old Miami Metro colleague Angel Batista, played by David Zayas, asking about Dexter being the Bay Harbor Butcher, Dexter makes a break for it. He meets Uma Thurman's new character,...

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Is Dexter dead? That’s the question on every fan’s mind heading into “Dexter: Resurrection,” which is premiering exclusively on the Paramount+ with Showtime streaming plan in 2025. The show continues the story of Dexter Morgan, the serial killer who targets criminals who have managed to escape justice according to a strict internal code. We’ll let you know all the details we have about the show so far, and when you can expect to be able to watch it!

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There are very few characters who’ve left an impact quite as lasting as Debra Morgan in the twisted world of Dexter. Played to perfection by Jennifer Carpenter, Debra was the emotionally complex, sharp-tongued sister of Dexter Morgan. Deb essentially served as the original series’ emotional anchor. As Dexter: Resurrection gets ready for release in 2025, fans are eager to see familiar faces return.

While it’s been confirmed we won’t be seeing Deb hurling her signature foul-mouthed comments in the upcoming series, her absence in no way means her presence will vanish. The reboot series has the golden opportunity to honor Deb’s legacy by bringing back a character closely connected to her past: Detective Joseph Quinn. His return holds the power to righteously serve as the emotional core we didn’t know we needed.

Quinn’s return would serve as a tribute to Jennifer Carpenter’s character

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Showtime’s newest addition to the Dexter franchise is all set to premiere on July 11, 2025. Dexter: Resurrection will be a judicious continuation of the saga that has kept viewers hooked for years. With the story picking up where the events of Dexter: New Blood left us, the series is going to reveal that Dexter Morgan is not dead and apparently in New York on a journey to find his son, Harrison Morgan.

The upcoming installment promises a mix of familiar faces and interesting newcomers. The casting of Peter Dinklage as the new antagonist, Leon Prater, has been generating significant buzz in the Dexter fandom. His return to television after Game of Thrones in a role this complex offers fans a chance to witness Dinklage in all his performative glory.

A star-studded cast for Dexter: Resurrection

Dexter: Resurrection boasts an impressive list of members added to its ensemble, bridging old narratives with fresh,...

After years of being stuck in an emotional whirlpool, Dexter fans might just be getting the series they’ve been holding their breath for. Dexter: Resurrection, the upcoming sequel show, is set to debut on July 11, 2025; it promises an enthralling continuation that aims to correct the mistakes of the past while delving deeper into what made the Og series a cult fascination.

Picking up the storyline just a few weeks after the finale of Dexter: New Blood, this new chapter reveals a pivotal twist: Dexter Morgan is alive! Alive and well, he’s headed to NYC on a mission to reunite with his estranged teenage son, Harrison. But let’s get one thing clear: this isn’t going to be your typical father-son reconciliation story. This psychological crime-thriller is going to be brimming with Dexter’s legendary legacy, all things gore, and hauntingly real emotional struggles.

Dexter: Resurrection could be...

Throughout its long run, Dexter featured a wide range of villains, some truly memorable, others less so. With the success of the original series, its prequel, Dexter: Original Sin, now faces the challenge of living up to that legacy as it prepares to return with a new season.

While much remains to be seen, updates from the Dexter-verse hint at the return of a memorable character, as young Dexter prepares to face off against another formidable serial killer.

Dexter: Original Sin can introduce a remarkable villain from the original series

Since its success, Dexter has expanded into several shows, and Clyde Phillips has hinted at growing the universe even further, with one upcoming series focused on the franchise’s most formidable villain, the Trinity Killer.

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Jennifer Carpenter has always been a central figure in the Dexter universe, portraying Debra Morgan. Her absence from the upcoming Dexter: Resurrection is sure to disappoint fans, but it may also affect Dexter himself, potentially opening the door to intriguing plot developments.

Debra shared a deep, complicated bond with Dexter and met a tragic end in the original series finale. She returned in New Blood as a manifestation of Dexter’s inner voice, replacing the role once filled by Harry. However, Carpenter has stated that she’s not particularly interested in returning for Resurrection, making her absence both notable and narratively significant.

How might Debra’s absence affect Dexter in Dexter: Resurrection?

After playing Debra Morgan for 8 seasons in the original series and reprising her role in Dexter: New Blood, Jennifer Carpenter has confirmed that she won’t be returning for Dexter: Resurrection.

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The Dexter franchise has never been more alive, as another revival series is on the way featuring our favorite serial killer vigilante. Dexter: Resurrectionfollows Michael C. Hall in his iconic role alongside a group of fresh and familiar faces on a new journey that will directly follow the events of the previous revival, Dexter: New Blood. Now, fans of the franchise can learn when the new show plans to air later this summer in a flashy new teaser that reminds everyone Hall was born to play Dexter.

Showtime revealed an official teaser for the premiere of Dexter: Resurrection, which is set to air on the network on Jul. 11. While it does not feature footage from the show itself, the teaser does a good job giving fans a sneak peek at Dexter back in his devilish prime. Despite seemingly dying at the end of New Blood, as evidenced by the newspaper...

“Dexter: Resurrection” will premiere with two episodes on July 11 on Paramount+ with Showtime. It will air on Showtime two days later on July 13.

The news was revealed with a new teaser below, featuring Michael C. Hall reprising his iconic role as vigilante the serial killer, reading an article titled “Dexter Morgan Is Dead” with a knowing smile.

Weeks after taking a bullet to the chest from his own son, Dexter Morgan awakens from a coma to find Harrison gone without a trace. Realizing the weight of what he put his son through, Dexter sets out for New York City, determined to find him and make things right.

But closure won’t come easy. When Miami Metro’s Angel Batista arrives with questions, Dexter realizes his past is catching up to him fast. As father and son navigate their own darkness in the city that never sleeps, they soon find themselves...

For eight seasons and 96 episodes, from 2006 to 2013, the series Dexter ran on Showtime, telling the story of Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department who is also a vigilante serial killer. Clyde Phillips was showrunner on Dexter for the first four seasons, and in 2021 he and Showtime brought us the revival series Dexter: New Blood… which, for a time, also seemed to be the end of it all. But that’s not the case. Showtime has tasked Phillips with continue to build up the Dexter franchise, with the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin premiering back in December and a New Blood follow-up called Dexter: Resurrection heading for a June premiere. Filming on Dexter: Resurrection is currently underway – and Vanity Fair has just unveiled several images from the show! You can check them out at the bottom of this article.

Michael C. Hall, who played Dexter...

The Dexteruniverse is expanding once again with another continuation series, this time set after the events of the short-lived revival series Dexter: New Blood. While fans were almost sure that the titular vigilante serial killer had finally met his fate, Resurrection will see Michael C. Hall once again portray Dexter. He will be facing a violent past and present that will surely bring about another exciting chapter in the never-ending franchise.

Courtesy of Vanity Fair, a pair of new images from Dexter: Resurrection were released featuring Michael C. Hall as Dexter Morgan, Jack Alcott as Harrison Morgan, James Remar as Harry Morgan, David Zayas as Angel Batista, Uma Thurman, and Peter Dinklage. The star-studded affair follows a new page in Dexter's life as he is distant from his son, which is quite understandable after Harrison killed his father in the New Blood finale (or at least tried to). Meanwhile, a...

For eight seasons and 96 episodes, from 2006 to 2013, the series Dexter ran on Showtime, telling the story of Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department who is also a vigilante serial killer. Clyde Phillips was showrunner on Dexter for the first four seasons, and in 2021 he and Showtime brought us the revival series Dexter: New Blood… which, for a time, also seemed to be the end of it all. But that’s not the case. Showtime has tasked Phillips with continue to build up the Dexter franchise, with the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin premiering back in December and a New Blood follow-up called Dexter: Resurrection heading for a June premiere. Filming on Dexter: Resurrection is currently underway – and Deadline has revealed that Marc Menchaca (Ozark) and Reese Antoinette (Bad Monkey) have guest starring roles in this batch of episodes.

Menchaca will be playing a character called Red,...

Marc Menchaca (“Ozark”) and Reese Antoinette (“Bad Monkey”) will guest star on “Dexter: Resurrection.”

Deadline reports that Menchaca will play Red and Antoinette will play Joy, the headstrong daughter of Blessing Kamara, an optimistic rideshare driver played by Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine.

Currently in production in New York, the “Dexter” revival is expected to premiere this summer on Paramount+ with Showtime.

Michael C. Hall will reprise his role as serial killer Dexter Morgan alongside David Zayas as Angel Batista, Jack Alcott as Harrison Morgan, James Remar as Harry Morgan, and David Magidoff as Teddy Reed.

John Lithgow and Jimmy Smits will also cameo as Arthur “The Trinity Killer” Mitchell and Miguel Prado, respectively.

Peter Dinklage will play the season’s main villain, Leon Prater, a billionaire venture capitalist, with Uma Thurman as Charley, a former Special Ops officer who serves as his right-hand woman.

Newcomers Kadia Saraf, Dominic Fumusaand, and...

Exclusive: Marc Menchaca (Ozark) and Reese Antoinette (Bad Monkey) have joined the guest starring cast of Showtime’s Dexter: Resurrection. Menchaca will play the role of Red, and Antoinette will play Joy, Blessing Kamara’s (Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine) headstrong daughter.

Production on the Dexter: New Blood follow-up series from showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips kicked off in January in New York and is set to premiere this summer on Paramount+ with Showtime.

Led by Michael C. Hall, who returns to the role of the titular serial killer, the cast also includes returning stars David Zayas as Detective Angel Batista, Jack Alcott as Dexter’s son Harrison Morgan, and James Remar as Dexter’s father Harry Morgan. Dexter: New Blood‘s David Magidoff will return to the role of Teddy Reed from the Iron Lake Police Department. In late March, we confirmed John Lithgow and Jimmy Smits would...

Dexter Morgan’s origin story will continue as it’s been announced that Dexter: Original Sin has been renewed for season 2 at Paramount+ with Showtime.

The prequel is set in 1991 and follows Dexter (Patrick Gibson) as he transitions from student to avenging serial killer. “When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness,” reads the official description. “With the guidance of his father, Harry (Christian Slater), he adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people who deserve to be eliminated from society without getting on law enforcement’s radar. This is a particular challenge for young Dexter as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.” A writers room for the new season will begin work soon, with production dates set to be announced later.

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The number of familiar faces that will be seen in Dexter: Resurrectioncontinues to grow. The upcoming series, which will serve as a new sequel for Dexter and Dexter: New Blood, will arrive on Showtime and Paramount+ this summer.

Per Deadline, it's been revealed that actor Jimmy Smits has joined Dexter: Resurrection to reprise his role as Assistant District Attorney Miguel Prado. In the original Dexter, Smits made his debut as Miguel in the show's third season. Taking a page from Dexter, Miguel ended up becoming a murderous vigilante himself, though he didn't abide by the "Code" that Dexter strongly believes in. By the end of the season, Dexter had killed Miguel, though the character would remain one of the most memorable of the original series' run.

"When I signed on to do Dexter a couple of years back it was with that kind of conscious intention to take [my] perceived...

It's been three years since we last saw Michael C. Hall as our beloved vigilante serial killer in Dexter: New Blood, and while he made a brief appearance at the beginning of Original Sin, Dexter: Resurrection will feature his full-time return to the character first made famous in the novels by Jeff Lindsay. This time around, Hall will be joined by a lot of fresh names, but we now know of another familiar face from the original series that will also be along for the ride: Jimmy Smits.

Per Deadline, Smits will reprise his role of Miguel Prado, despite Dexter killing him in the Season 3 episode "The Damage a Man Can Do." At first a friend to Dexter who knew of his Dark Passenger, Prado's own lust for revenge clouded his decision-making as things progressed, leading to the Assistant District Attorney finding himself wrapped in plastic on Dexter's kill table.

John Lithgow and Jimmy Smits will reprise their “Dexter” roles in “Dexter: Resurrection.”

Lithgow starred as serial killer Arthur Mitchell, better known as the Trinity Killer, in the fourth season of “Dexter” and made a cameo in “Dexter: New Blood.” Smits played Season 3 antagonist Miami Assistant District Attorney Miguel Prado.

Both characters were killed by Dexter, but that doesn’t mean they can’t come back to haunt him.

Currently in production in New York, the new limited series is expected to premiere this summer on Paramount+ with Showtime.

Michael C. Hall will reprise his role as serial killer Dexter Morgan alongside David Zayas as Angel Batista, Jack Alcott as Harrison Morgan, James Remar as Harry Morgan, and David Magidoff as Teddy Reed.

Peter Dinklage will play the season’s main villain, Leon Prater, a billionaire venture capitalist, with Uma Thurman as Charley, a former Special Ops officer who serves as his right-hand woman.

For eight seasons and 96 episodes, from 2006 to 2013, the series Dexter ran on Showtime, telling the story of Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department who is also a vigilante serial killer. Clyde Phillips was showrunner on Dexter for the first four seasons, and in 2021 he and Showtime brought us the revival series Dexter: New Blood… which, for a time, also seemed to be the end of it all. But that’s not the case. Showtime has tasked Phillips with continue to build up the Dexter franchise, with the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin premiering back in December and a New Blood follow-up called Dexter: Resurrection heading for a June premiere. Filming on Dexter: Resurrection is currently underway – and Dexter isn’t the only one being resurrected for this show. Deadline reports that Jimmy Smits and John Lithgow, who played Miguel Prado in Dexter season 3 and Arthur Mitchell (a.

As you probably remember, the cast of the upcoming Dexter: Resurrection series – which has been in production since January – is getting bigger. We have already reported about some major names from the acting world joining the series, either in new or returning roles, and the fans really have something to look forward to.

But, if you thought that it was all over, we have some great news for you as two beloved characters have been confirmed for a return in Dexter: Resurrection, and the names are amazing!

Related: David Dastmalchian Joins ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ in Guest Role

The first character has already been speculated to return, and it is Arthur Miller, also known as the Trinity Killer. Miller is portrayed by acting legend John Lithgow, who is thus returning to the role that earned him an Emmy Award, Critics’ Choice Award, and a SAG Award as well as a Golden Globe nomination.

Dexter Morgan is alive!

The 2021 revival series Dexter: New Blood ended with everyone's favorite serial killer being apparently murdered by his son, Harrison. However, the 2024 prequel series Dexter: Original Sin revealed that Dexter survived the shooting and was rushed to the hospital, where the emergency room doctors worked their magic on him. "I've experienced death so many times, but never my own," Michael C. Hall's titular character said in voice-over. "Ahh, a beating heart. I'll take it."

That brings us to Dexter: Resurrection, which has a release date of Summer 2025 on Paramount+ and Showtime. Production began in January 2025 in New York, with Hall back as the former blood spatter analyst who's now living on the run after being outed as a serial killer known as the Bay Harbor Butcher.

The original Dexter series aired for eight seasons on Showtime between 2006 and 2013, winning four Emmy Awards along the way for...

Exclusive: Emmy winners John Lithgow and Jimmy Smits are set to reprise their roles of Arthur Mitchell aka the Trinity Killer and Miguel Prado, respectively, in the Showtime original series Dexter: Resurrection. The show has been in production in New York since January.

For playing the diabolical Trinity Killer, Lithgow received an Emmy Award, Critics’ Choice Award, and a SAG Award as well as a Golden Globe nomination. Smits received an Emmy nomination for his Season 3 portrayal of Miguel, the Ada-turned-lawbreaker hellbent on revenge.

At this point, fans of the ‘Dexter’-verse aren’t surprised when news emerges that dead people are being resurrected. Especially when Lithgow is concerned, as he appeared in flashback scenes in the limited series Dexter: New Blood. The New Blood continuation series is titled Resurrection, so at this point, anything goes. This is Smits’ return to the franchise,...

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As far as prequel series go, Dexter: Original Sin did a fine job of bringing the origin story of Dexter Morgan from Dexter to life. This, most notably, included the building of The Code with his father Harry which shaped Dexter’s vigilante killer mentality for the rest of his life. The series marks the second spin-off in the franchise following Dexter: New Blood, which continued the story years after Dexter left off. The next in sequence will be Dexter: Resurrection, coming this summer.

As a prequel, Dexter: Original Sin features an entirely new cast of actors playing younger versions of characters from the original, along with new characters. In some cases, there are new actors playing characters seen only in flashbacks in Dexter. Now that the first season has ended, however, fans are eager to learn if it will be coming back for a second.

As a prequel series, Dexter: Original Sin is chock-full of Easter Eggs from the original series Dexter. This includes the most obvious ones, including all the main characters that reappear, played by different actors to portray them as younger. The series tells the origin story of Dexter Morgan and his first kills under the guidance of his father Harry, and his Code.

There were plenty of villains in Dexter, including the most notorious one, The Trinity Killer, played by John Lithgow. But two have been brought back in Dexter: Original Sin in a subtle fashion, one in a blink-and-you-might-have-missed-it moment.

Maria Had a Past With Miguel Prado He Has a Lot in Common With Dexter

In episode 8, called “Business and Pleasure,” Harry has been demoted following his actions of ignoring an alibi for Levi Reid, which left the killer to go free. He’s assigned to work with Maria Laguerta,...

Dexter: Original Sinhad two of its biggest cameos by major players from the original series. The prequel show, which shows the early years of The Bay Harbor Butcher, just gave fans two glances and two characters who will have major impacts on the lives of the Morgans.

So far, the prequel series has explored the origins of Dexter Morgan (Patrick Gibson). While showing that before he becomes and removes the worst dredges of Miami’s population, Original Sin also shows the messy web that tangles all of the Miami Metro and leads directly into events taking place in the original series.

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Julia Stiles comments on her potential return as Lumen in the upcoming Dexter sequel series.

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The following contains major spoilers from Dexter: Original Sin Season 1, Episode 8, "Business and Pleasure," now streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime and debuting Sunday, Feb. 2 on Showtime. It also contains descriptions of violence.

Dexter: Original Sin Season 1, Episode 8, "Business and Pleasure" is the tipping point of the entire season. It's the episode that will immediately sear itself into the minds of fans, for its closing scene alone. This is the episode where the Dexter prequel finally justifies its existence, after far too long treading water.

"Business and Pleasure" sees the young Dexter Morgan trying to convince Harry that Captain Aaron Spencer is the child killer -- which fans already know from the end of Episode 7. Meanwhile, Dexter also...

The Showtime series Dexter, based on the Jeff Lindsay novels, was a massive hit for the network when it debuted in 2006. Although the crime drama saw reviews wane slightly after season four, it continued for eight seasons. The show also spawned a limited series sequel seven years after the show ended called Dexter: New Blood, and a prequel series called Dexter: Original Sin, now airing.

Since the protagonist Dexter Morgan was a vigilante serial killer, he often crossed paths with terrifying, evil villains who became his victims. Some of these individuals were more disturbing than others. Whether it was the heinous ways they killed or what they did before or after, the scariest Dexter villains would make headlines if they existed in real life, for all the wrong reasons.

Updated by Arthur Goyaz, December 16, 2024: The prequel series Dexter: Original Sin has recently premiered, and it's time for fans to...

Although Dexter's killer protagonist was always careful not to get caught, there were a number of key characters who find out about Dexter Morgans dark passenger over the course of the series. Dexter documents the life of Dexter Morgan, a vigilante serial killer who also happens to be the blood-spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department. Dexter operates his serial killing unconventionally, sticking to a strict code where he can only kill those who deserve it confirmed murderers who have evaded the justice system.

While trying to appease his dark passengers need for blood, Dexter has to carefully avoid getting caught while on the hunt and after he kills. His most important rule while serial killing is to not be caught, which means not letting anyone know his real identity or acting in a way those around him find suspicious. Aside from his many victims who obviously knew...

Blood slides play a major role in Dexter, but the show doesn't outright explain why the serial killer takes them as trophies, even though they go against the Code of Harry. There are two new Dexter shows in development: the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin and the sequel Dexter: Resurrection. Because of them, the serial killer has regained a portion of the popularity he had in the best seasons of Dexter. Those new shows will likely answer a lot of lingering questions from the original series and Dexter: New Blood, but there's already a response to one big question: why does Dexter take blood slides as trophies?

The very practice of taking blood slides goes against the Code of Harry, the rules and guidelines Harry Morgan gave his adoptive son to keep him from being caught. The blood slides are very concrete, biological evidence that Dexter killed people, and...

Dexter's variety of characters ranged from best to worst, showcasing the show's depth and complexity in storytelling. Some characters like Maria Laguerta and Debra Morgan stood out as complex, well-developed personalities that added depth to the narrative. On the other hand, characters like Miguel Prado and Lumen Pierce failed to deliver on their potential, disappointing fans of the show.

Throughout its eight seasons, Dexter introduced viewers to various characters beyond the titular serial killer, Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall). Due to the fact that showrunners Clyde Phillips, Chip Johannessen, and Scott Buck were mindful to fill each episode with a wide variety of different personalities, the gap between the best Dexter characters and the worst in the show is vast. One of the best traits of the show is its variety of characters and the psychology behind them although not every Dexter character felt like a worthwhile addition to the narrative.

Dexter Morgan, a forensic blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department, has a secret: he is a serial killer. However, he only kills other serial killers and follows a strict code of conduct, known as "Harry's Code," established by his adoptive father, Harry Morgan. Throughout the series, Dexter breaks Harry's Code and kills individuals who are not serial killers, often due to personal reasons or in moments of emotional distress.

Throughout Dexter, there were several occasions where the serial killer Dexter Morgan broke the Code of Harry, which guided him in his murderous ways. With an insatiable impulse to kill that Dexter called his Dark Passenger, the Code of Harry was given to him by his adoptive father as a way to put some good into the world while he carried out the murderous tendencies his childhood trauma had given him. The code had several dimensions, the most...

"Dexter" is a show with a history almost as tumultuous as that of its titular antihero. The gory crime drama follows Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall), a blood spatter analyst by day and vigilante serial killer by night. Season 1 of the Showtime drama debuted in 2006 to positive reviews and reigned as the premium channel's highest-rated series for the next four years. Seasons 2 and 4 are widely regarded as the show's best, with the latter boasting a fantastic performance by John Lithgow as the Trinity Killer, one of TV's most terrifying villains. After the departure of showrunner Clyde Phillips, "Dexter" began a downward slide that ran all the way up to its disappointing series finale, frequently remembered as one of the worst of all time. Eight years after Dexter drove his boat into the eye of a hurricane, the serial killer with a heart of gold returned in "Dexter: New Blood," a...