Everything You Need to Know About Dexter: Original Sin Prequel Series
Everyone’s favorite serial killer is back in action.
In February 2023, Showtime and Paramount+ announced that Dexter, the acclaimed thriller that aired from 2006 to 2013, would be getting a prequel series. Set 15 years prior to the beginning of the original show, viewers will meet a young Dexter and explore the origins of his murderous tendencies, as well as delve into his family dynamics. The cast was revealed in May 2024.
Originally portrayed by Michael C. Hall, Dexter became a pop culture icon as the man who assisted the Miami police in solving murders by day and hunted down criminals by night. The original series garnered numerous Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, paving the way for the spinoff New Blood, which also starred Hall and aired from 2021 to 2022.
After New Blood concluded, Hall hinted at his prospects within the franchise, suggesting, “I don’t think it’s a good idea for me to play a young Dexter at this point,” during a 2023 interview. “I think that ship sailed even before we started shooting the [original] series, but I’m open to the possibility.”
While discussions about another chapter were still in the theoretical stage, Hall expressed his eagerness to see what new directions the character might take. “I’ve learned to never say never,” he remarked.
Keep reading for more details about Dexter: Original Sin:
When Is ‘Dexter: Original Sin’ Premiering?
Dexter: Original Sin will begin streaming on Paramount+ on Friday, December 13, and will debut on cable on Sunday, December 15. The series is anticipated to feature 10 episodes.
Who Is in the Cast of ‘Dexter: Original Sin’?
Shadow and Bone star Patrick Gibson will portray young Dexter, alongside Christian Slater as Harry, his adoptive father and detective. Molly Brown will appear as Debra Morgan, Dexter’s sister.
Additionally, four more cast members joined in June 2024, including Christina Milian as Miami Metro’s first female homicide detective, Maria LaGuerta, and James Martinez as budding detective Angel Batista. Alex Shimizu will portray a younger Vince Masuka, while Reno Wilson takes on the role of Bobby Watt, Harry’s longtime partner.
Who Is Behind ‘Dexter: Original Sin’?
Dexter showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips is returning for the prequel. Phillips, who departed the original series after its fourth season, has spoken about his dissatisfaction with the show’s conclusion.
“[It] went off the rails,” he told Entertainment Weekly in 2021. “The show was untethered, and the character was untethered. I wasn’t in the room, so I can’t really criticize anybody for that.”
He further noted, “There were videos of people watching the final episode and yelling at their television.”
What Is the Storyline of ‘Dexter: Original Sin’?
According to the official synopsis, the prequel chronicles Dexter “as he evolves from student to avenging serial killer.” The teenager must learn to “harness his inner darkness” under his father’s mentorship while crafting a code that helps him identify those deserving of elimination from society.
As Dexter tries to stay ahead of law enforcement, he faces a uniquely challenging situation: he has just started an internship with the forensics unit at the Miami Metro Police Department.
Has Filming Started for ‘Dexter: Original Sin’?
Filming commenced on June 5, 2024, in Miami, as reported by various outlets.
What Is Michael C. Hall’s Role in ‘Dexter: Original Sin’?
Having previously portrayed the infamous fictional killer, Hall was eager to participate in this new venture.
“He’s an executive producer on the show. He’s my business partner, he’s my dear friend and he does the voiceover on the show,” creator Clyde Phillips shared exclusively with Us Weekly. “His involvement was vital for the original audience to feel at ease while enticing a new viewership—the so-called Dexternexters—to really engage.”
Phillips praised Hall, stating he makes Dexter feel “vulnerable and relatable,” adding, “He embodies the inevitability of my favorite four-letter word: fate. It’s inexorable—it is bound to happen, much like the evolution from caveman to homo sapiens.”
Is There a Trailer for ‘Dexter: Original Sin’?
On November 26, Paramount+ released the official trailer for Dexter: Original Sin. In the preview, Dexter learns the “code” he created to help him locate and eliminate “the bad guys who escaped justice.” He also grapples with his impulses while beginning a forensics internship at Miami Metro, where Harry serves as an officer.
Where Can You Watch ‘Dexter: Original Sin’?
The prequel will be available on Showtime and Paramount+.
