Big news for fans of serial killers with hearts of gold:
A Dexter prequel series titled Dexter: Original Sin has been in development for some time, and earlier today, Showtime revealed the three talented stars who will portray the main members of the troubled Morgan family.
Irish actor Patrick Gibson -- best known for his work in period pieces like The Tudors and Shadow and Bone -- will be stepping into Michael C. Hall's shoes as the titular blood spatter analyst.
The role of Dexter's straightlaced sister Deb will be played by Molly Brown, and Christian Slater will portray the siblings' dad, Harry Morgan.
Original showrunner Clyde Phillips will return for the 10-episode prequel series.
The show is currently being framed as a limited series, but you know how these things go.
Dexter Prequel Heads to Showtime
If it's a hit, it'll be renewed. Network execs love this low-risk,...
A Dexter prequel series titled Dexter: Original Sin has been in development for some time, and earlier today, Showtime revealed the three talented stars who will portray the main members of the troubled Morgan family.
Irish actor Patrick Gibson -- best known for his work in period pieces like The Tudors and Shadow and Bone -- will be stepping into Michael C. Hall's shoes as the titular blood spatter analyst.
The role of Dexter's straightlaced sister Deb will be played by Molly Brown, and Christian Slater will portray the siblings' dad, Harry Morgan.
Original showrunner Clyde Phillips will return for the 10-episode prequel series.
The show is currently being framed as a limited series, but you know how these things go.
Dexter Prequel Heads to Showtime
If it's a hit, it'll be renewed. Network execs love this low-risk,...
- 5/24/2024
- by Tyler Johnson
- TVfanatic
Patrick Gibson, Christian Slater und Molly Brown übernehmen die Hauptrollen in der zehnteiligen Thrillerserie „Dexter: Original Sin“, die 15 Jahre vor dem Original „Dexter“ spielt.
Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson und Molly Brown (v.l.n.r.) übernehmen die Hauptrollen in „Dexter: Original Sin“ (Credit: Paramount+)
Mit Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson und Molly Brown haben Paramount+ und Showtime jetzt die Hauptdarsteller der zehnteiligen Thrillerserie „Dexter: Original Sin“ bekannt gegeben.
Die Serie spielt 15 Jahre vor der Showtime-Serie „Dexter“, deren acht Staffel ab Herbst 2006 ausgestrahlt worden waren, und zeichnet den Weg der von Gibson verkörperten Titelfigur Dexter Morgan vom Studenten zum mordenden Forensiker des Miami Metro Police Department.
Schon als Student stellt Dexter einen blutrünstigen Drang fest, den er nicht weiter ignorieren kann. Unter der Aufsicht seines Adoptivvaters Harry (Christian Slater), der als Ermittler der Mordkommission arbeitet, übernimmt Dexter einen Kodex, der ihm helfen soll, Menschen zu finden und zu töten, ohne ins Visier der Strafverfolgungsbehörden zu geraten.
Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson und Molly Brown (v.l.n.r.) übernehmen die Hauptrollen in „Dexter: Original Sin“ (Credit: Paramount+)
Mit Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson und Molly Brown haben Paramount+ und Showtime jetzt die Hauptdarsteller der zehnteiligen Thrillerserie „Dexter: Original Sin“ bekannt gegeben.
Die Serie spielt 15 Jahre vor der Showtime-Serie „Dexter“, deren acht Staffel ab Herbst 2006 ausgestrahlt worden waren, und zeichnet den Weg der von Gibson verkörperten Titelfigur Dexter Morgan vom Studenten zum mordenden Forensiker des Miami Metro Police Department.
Schon als Student stellt Dexter einen blutrünstigen Drang fest, den er nicht weiter ignorieren kann. Unter der Aufsicht seines Adoptivvaters Harry (Christian Slater), der als Ermittler der Mordkommission arbeitet, übernimmt Dexter einen Kodex, der ihm helfen soll, Menschen zu finden und zu töten, ohne ins Visier der Strafverfolgungsbehörden zu geraten.
- 5/24/2024
- by Jochen Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
Christian Slater stars in a crime thriller series as the father of a mentally unwell young man who narrates his vigilante activities in a near-monotone voiceover.
Sounds familiar, right?
The Golden Globe-winning “Mr. Robot” star has signed on to Paramount+ with Showtime’s Dexter prequel series “Dexter: Original Sin” in a very similar role to the one he played on Mr. Robot. He’ll play Harry Morgan, Dexter’s adoptive father and a Miami homicide detective, the streaming service announced Thursday. James Remar played Harry in the original series.
“Shadow and Bone” actor Patrick Gibson will play Dexter Morgan, who in the prequel is beginning his career as a serial killer who kills other serial killers. He was played by Michael C. Hall in the original series. And “Senior Year” actress Molly Brown will play a young version of Dexter’s sister Debra Morgan, who was played in the original by Jennifer Carpenter.
Sounds familiar, right?
The Golden Globe-winning “Mr. Robot” star has signed on to Paramount+ with Showtime’s Dexter prequel series “Dexter: Original Sin” in a very similar role to the one he played on Mr. Robot. He’ll play Harry Morgan, Dexter’s adoptive father and a Miami homicide detective, the streaming service announced Thursday. James Remar played Harry in the original series.
“Shadow and Bone” actor Patrick Gibson will play Dexter Morgan, who in the prequel is beginning his career as a serial killer who kills other serial killers. He was played by Michael C. Hall in the original series. And “Senior Year” actress Molly Brown will play a young version of Dexter’s sister Debra Morgan, who was played in the original by Jennifer Carpenter.
- 5/23/2024
- by Liam Mathews
- Gold Derby
The upcoming Dexter prequel series has made a major cast announcement for the members of the Morgan family. Patrick Gibson, known for his work on The Oa and Shadow and Bone, has been hired to play the younger version of Dexter Morgan, while Christian Slater will portray his adoptive father.
Michael C. Hall in Dexter / Showtime
The show has been entitled Dexter: Original Sin, which was set in 1991 around 15 years before the events in the original television series. While many fans are excited about this, some were not happy with Gibson’s casting.
What is Dexter: Original Sin Going To Be About?
In the original Dexter series, Michael C. Hall portrayed Dexter while his adoptive father was played by James Remar, and his sister Debra was brought to life by Jennifer Carpenter.
Clyde Phillips returns as the showrunner and executive producer for the prequel series which is said to have ten episodes.
Michael C. Hall in Dexter / Showtime
The show has been entitled Dexter: Original Sin, which was set in 1991 around 15 years before the events in the original television series. While many fans are excited about this, some were not happy with Gibson’s casting.
What is Dexter: Original Sin Going To Be About?
In the original Dexter series, Michael C. Hall portrayed Dexter while his adoptive father was played by James Remar, and his sister Debra was brought to life by Jennifer Carpenter.
Clyde Phillips returns as the showrunner and executive producer for the prequel series which is said to have ten episodes.
- 5/23/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
A little over a year ago, Showtime announced that they were ordering a series – then known as Dexter: Origins, now known as Dexter: Original Sin – that would serve as a prequel series to their popular show Dexter, which finished its eight season initial run back in 2013, then recently came back for a new season (called Dexter: New Blood) that appeared to wrap things up for good… for the title character, anyway. Now Deadline reports that Patrick Gibson of Shadow and Bone has been cast to play a young Dexter Morgan in Dexter: Original Sin, with Christian Slater (Mr. Robot) joining him in the cast to play his dad, Harry Morgan, and Molly Brown (Senior Year) set to play Dexter’s younger sister, Debra Morgan.
Dexter: Original Sin follows Dexter in 1991 Miami, as a student transitioning into a serial killer in training. When his bloodthirsty urges can no longer be ignored,...
Dexter: Original Sin follows Dexter in 1991 Miami, as a student transitioning into a serial killer in training. When his bloodthirsty urges can no longer be ignored,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Originally announced as “Dexter: Origins,” Showtime’s prequel series is now titled “Dexter: Original Sin,” and The Hollywood Reporter brings us the first casting news today.
Christian Slater (Mr. Robot), Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone), and Molly Brown (Senior Year) will star in the upcoming series, which is a prequel to “Dexter.”
Patrick Gibson will be playing the young version of Michael C. Hall’s Dexter Morgan.
“Dexter: Original Sin” is set in 1991 Miami and revolves around Dexter (Gibson) as he goes from student to avenging serial killer. With guidance from his father, Harry (Slater), Dexter adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people without being discovered by law enforcement at the same time as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.
“Dexter” showrunner Clyde Phillips will also be showrunning the prequel series.
Executive producers for “Dexter: Original Sin” include Phillips, Michael C.
Christian Slater (Mr. Robot), Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone), and Molly Brown (Senior Year) will star in the upcoming series, which is a prequel to “Dexter.”
Patrick Gibson will be playing the young version of Michael C. Hall’s Dexter Morgan.
“Dexter: Original Sin” is set in 1991 Miami and revolves around Dexter (Gibson) as he goes from student to avenging serial killer. With guidance from his father, Harry (Slater), Dexter adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people without being discovered by law enforcement at the same time as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.
“Dexter” showrunner Clyde Phillips will also be showrunning the prequel series.
Executive producers for “Dexter: Original Sin” include Phillips, Michael C.
- 5/23/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Paramount+ with Showtime is taking a stab at a Dexter prequel series, and it’s bringing in some new blood.
Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone, The Oa) will play a young Dexter Morgan in the upcoming 10-episode series Dexter: Original Sin, TVLine has learned, taking over the role from original star Michael C. Hall. Additionally, Christian Slater (Mr. Robot) will play Dexter’s adoptive dad, homicide detective Harry Morgan, played by James Remar on the original Dexter, and Molly Brown (Billions) will play Dexter’s sister Debra, originally played by Jennifer Carpenter.
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Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone, The Oa) will play a young Dexter Morgan in the upcoming 10-episode series Dexter: Original Sin, TVLine has learned, taking over the role from original star Michael C. Hall. Additionally, Christian Slater (Mr. Robot) will play Dexter’s adoptive dad, homicide detective Harry Morgan, played by James Remar on the original Dexter, and Molly Brown (Billions) will play Dexter’s sister Debra, originally played by Jennifer Carpenter.
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- 5/23/2024
- by Dave Nemetz
- TVLine.com
America’s favorite TV serial killer is back!
Dexter: Original Sin (previously known as Dexter: Origins) has cast the Morgan family: Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone) will play a young Dexter Morgan; Golden Globe-winner Christian Slater (Mr. Robot) will play his dad Harry Morgan; and Molly Brown (Senior Year) will play Dexter’s younger sister, Debra Morgan. The series will be available from Paramount+ with Showtime.
In the original series Dexter, which ran for 8 seasons on Showtime, Michael C. Hall portrayed the titular blood spatter analyst by day, killer by night. His adoptive father Harry was played by James Remar and his sister Deb was played by Jennifer Carpenter.
Dexter vet Clyde Phillips will return as showrunner and executive producer of the the 10-episode prequel series which takes place 15 years before the events of Dexter.
Dexter: Original Sin follows Dexter (Gibson) in 1991 Miami, as a student transitioning...
Dexter: Original Sin (previously known as Dexter: Origins) has cast the Morgan family: Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone) will play a young Dexter Morgan; Golden Globe-winner Christian Slater (Mr. Robot) will play his dad Harry Morgan; and Molly Brown (Senior Year) will play Dexter’s younger sister, Debra Morgan. The series will be available from Paramount+ with Showtime.
In the original series Dexter, which ran for 8 seasons on Showtime, Michael C. Hall portrayed the titular blood spatter analyst by day, killer by night. His adoptive father Harry was played by James Remar and his sister Deb was played by Jennifer Carpenter.
Dexter vet Clyde Phillips will return as showrunner and executive producer of the the 10-episode prequel series which takes place 15 years before the events of Dexter.
Dexter: Original Sin follows Dexter (Gibson) in 1991 Miami, as a student transitioning...
- 5/23/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
The “Dexter” prequel series at Paramount+ with Showtime has found its three leads.
Variety has learned that Patrick Gibson, Christian Slater, and Molly Brown are all set to star in the show, which is now titled “Dexter: Original Sin.” Gibson will play Dexter Morgan, while Slater will play Harry Morgan, Dexter’s adoptive father. Brown will play Debra Morgan, Dexter’s sister. The three roles were played by Michael C. Hall, James Remar, and Jennifer Carpenter respectively in the original series.
The 10-episode prequel was originally announced in February 2023. It is set in 1991, 15 years before the events of “Dexter.” The official logline states that the new show “follows Dexter (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. With the guidance of his father, Harry (Slater), he adopts a Code designed...
Variety has learned that Patrick Gibson, Christian Slater, and Molly Brown are all set to star in the show, which is now titled “Dexter: Original Sin.” Gibson will play Dexter Morgan, while Slater will play Harry Morgan, Dexter’s adoptive father. Brown will play Debra Morgan, Dexter’s sister. The three roles were played by Michael C. Hall, James Remar, and Jennifer Carpenter respectively in the original series.
The 10-episode prequel was originally announced in February 2023. It is set in 1991, 15 years before the events of “Dexter.” The official logline states that the new show “follows Dexter (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. With the guidance of his father, Harry (Slater), he adopts a Code designed...
- 5/23/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
A new cast will learn Dexter Morgan’s Code.
Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone[/link]), Christian Slater (Mr. Robot) and Molly Brown (Senior Year) have been tapped to star in Dexter: Original Sin, a prequel to Showtime’s Dexter.
Originally ordered to series in February 2023 and titled Dexter: Origins, Original Sin is set in 1991 Miami and revolves around Dexter (Gibson) as he goes from student to avenging serial killer. With guidance from his father, Harry (Slater), Dexter adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people without being discovered by law enforcement at the same time as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.
Original Dexter showrunner Clyde Phillips, who returned to finish off Michael C. Hall’s on-screen journey as Dexter in the 2021 limited series Dexter: New Blood, will serve in the same capacity on Original Sin.
Exec producers include Phillips, Hall, Scott Reynolds,...
Patrick Gibson (Shadow and Bone[/link]), Christian Slater (Mr. Robot) and Molly Brown (Senior Year) have been tapped to star in Dexter: Original Sin, a prequel to Showtime’s Dexter.
Originally ordered to series in February 2023 and titled Dexter: Origins, Original Sin is set in 1991 Miami and revolves around Dexter (Gibson) as he goes from student to avenging serial killer. With guidance from his father, Harry (Slater), Dexter adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people without being discovered by law enforcement at the same time as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.
Original Dexter showrunner Clyde Phillips, who returned to finish off Michael C. Hall’s on-screen journey as Dexter in the 2021 limited series Dexter: New Blood, will serve in the same capacity on Original Sin.
Exec producers include Phillips, Hall, Scott Reynolds,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Editor’s Note: The article below contains spoilers for the Dexter Series finale and Dexter: New Blood’s Season 1 finale. Now that the character of Dexter (Michael C. Hall) is dead, having been killed by his son Harrison (Jack Alcott) after Dexter: New Blood season 1, the show’s writer Clyde Phillips is focused on expanding the universe through numerous spin-offs. One of these spin-offs that has been confirmed so far is Dexter: Trinity, which will focus on the character of Arthur Miller (John Lithgow) in the years before Dexter season 4 as he commits horrific crimes as the Trinity Killer. Along...
- 3/30/2023
- by David Coulson
- TVovermind.com
Last week, it was said that Showtime wouldn’t be ordering another season of the Dexter revival Dexter: New Blood – which made a lot of sense, given what happened in the season finale. Clyde Phillips, who served as showrunner on the first four seasons of Dexter and on Dexter: New Blood, said he would be interested in working on a show called Harrison, which would follow the story of Dexter’s son… and now People reports that Phillips is going to have the chance to tell a story that revolves around Harrison. But apparently the show isn’t going to be called Harrison. Instead, it’s being referred to as “a new version” of Dexter: New Blood. So Dexter: New Blood will continue after all, with the new season set to depict the ongoing emergence of Dexter’s son Harrison.
As we reported yesterday, Showtime has also ordered a Dexter prequel series called Dexter: Origins,...
As we reported yesterday, Showtime has also ordered a Dexter prequel series called Dexter: Origins,...
- 2/7/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Dexter: New Blood may have ended with Dexter Morgan’s death, but the idea of Michael C. Hall’s character will return to TV screens soon enough. Hall’s involvement in Showtime’s planned New Blood Season 2 and the prequel series Origins isn’t confirmed yet. But the network has shared some details about the second season of New Blood and the serial killer’s prequel story. Here’s what we know about the next season of Dexter: New Blood and the prequel series Dexter: Origins.
Michael C. Hall as Dexter Morgan | Seacia Pavao/Showtime ‘Dexter: New Blood’ Season 2 is confirmed
The Hollywood Reporter confirmed another season of Dexter: New Blood is in the works at Showtime. Paramount Global executive Chris McCarthy announced Showtime is developing a new version of Dexter: New Blood. It will “depict the ongoing emergence of Dexter’s son Harrison [Jack Alcott].”
Clyde Phillips, who oversaw...
Michael C. Hall as Dexter Morgan | Seacia Pavao/Showtime ‘Dexter: New Blood’ Season 2 is confirmed
The Hollywood Reporter confirmed another season of Dexter: New Blood is in the works at Showtime. Paramount Global executive Chris McCarthy announced Showtime is developing a new version of Dexter: New Blood. It will “depict the ongoing emergence of Dexter’s son Harrison [Jack Alcott].”
Clyde Phillips, who oversaw...
- 2/7/2023
- by Lauren Anderson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Showtime is revisiting the bloody world of “Dexter”.
TVLine reports the network has ordered a new prequel series called “Dexter: Origins” based on the 2006 serial-killer drama, and is also exploring other spinoffs based on the back stories of other “Dexter” characters, including the Trinity Killer.
The series is set in Dexter’s hometown of Miami and mentions real-life stories of serial killers from the time period.
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It follows a young Dexter Morgan, fresh out of college, as he joins Miami Metro. The show will explore his transformation into a cold-blooded serial killer as well as feature numerous characters from the 2006 series.
“I couldn’t be more excited about exploring and expanding the universe of Dexter. It’s a privilege to contemplate going even deeper with these complex and iconic characters — and the stories, themes and possibilities they inspire,...
TVLine reports the network has ordered a new prequel series called “Dexter: Origins” based on the 2006 serial-killer drama, and is also exploring other spinoffs based on the back stories of other “Dexter” characters, including the Trinity Killer.
The series is set in Dexter’s hometown of Miami and mentions real-life stories of serial killers from the time period.
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It follows a young Dexter Morgan, fresh out of college, as he joins Miami Metro. The show will explore his transformation into a cold-blooded serial killer as well as feature numerous characters from the 2006 series.
“I couldn’t be more excited about exploring and expanding the universe of Dexter. It’s a privilege to contemplate going even deeper with these complex and iconic characters — and the stories, themes and possibilities they inspire,...
- 2/6/2023
- by Anita Tai
- ET Canada
Poster for ‘Dexter: New Blood’ (Photo Courtesy of Showtime)
Showtime’s taking a deep dive into the world of Dexter, the serial killer who kills serial killers, with an origin series and more of Dexter: New Blood. The origin story, currently titled Dexter: Origins but that may change, will examine Dexter Morgan’s backstory.
Per Showtime: “Dexter: Origins will dramatize young Dexter Morgan at the outset of his transition into the avenging serial killer he would become. Set in the Miami that was a hotbed of real serial killers of his time, the show will begin as Dexter graduates college to join Miami Metro, where he meets younger versions of many of the characters we came to know in the original Dexter. And, of course, the show will also focus on Dexter’s family, including a very-much-alive Harry and a very formidable, teenage Deb.”
Dexter starring Michael C. Hall and...
Showtime’s taking a deep dive into the world of Dexter, the serial killer who kills serial killers, with an origin series and more of Dexter: New Blood. The origin story, currently titled Dexter: Origins but that may change, will examine Dexter Morgan’s backstory.
Per Showtime: “Dexter: Origins will dramatize young Dexter Morgan at the outset of his transition into the avenging serial killer he would become. Set in the Miami that was a hotbed of real serial killers of his time, the show will begin as Dexter graduates college to join Miami Metro, where he meets younger versions of many of the characters we came to know in the original Dexter. And, of course, the show will also focus on Dexter’s family, including a very-much-alive Harry and a very formidable, teenage Deb.”
Dexter starring Michael C. Hall and...
- 2/6/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
It's official.
Showtime is expanding the Dexter franchise in a big way.
Fresh off a Wall Street Journal report that the premium cabler is exploring opportunities for more Dexter, we have some big news.
Showtime announced today it has placed a straight-to-series order for the new drama Dexter: Origins (working title), to be executive produced by Emmy nominee Clyde Phillips.
The new series is based on the Emmy-nominated hit series Dexter which starred Emmy nominee Michael C. Hall.
The network is also developing a new version of Dexter: New Blood, which depicts the ongoing emergence of Dexter's son Harrison.
In addition, Showtime is exploring projects based on other characters from the Dexter universe, such as the makings of the notorious Trinity Killer originally played by Emmy winner John Lithgow.
The announcement was made by Chris McCarthy, President/CEO, Showtime and Paramount Media Networks.
"Dexter: Origins will dramatize young Dexter Morgan...
Showtime is expanding the Dexter franchise in a big way.
Fresh off a Wall Street Journal report that the premium cabler is exploring opportunities for more Dexter, we have some big news.
Showtime announced today it has placed a straight-to-series order for the new drama Dexter: Origins (working title), to be executive produced by Emmy nominee Clyde Phillips.
The new series is based on the Emmy-nominated hit series Dexter which starred Emmy nominee Michael C. Hall.
The network is also developing a new version of Dexter: New Blood, which depicts the ongoing emergence of Dexter's son Harrison.
In addition, Showtime is exploring projects based on other characters from the Dexter universe, such as the makings of the notorious Trinity Killer originally played by Emmy winner John Lithgow.
The announcement was made by Chris McCarthy, President/CEO, Showtime and Paramount Media Networks.
"Dexter: Origins will dramatize young Dexter Morgan...
- 2/6/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Showtime is following in the footsteps of Paramount as the network reportedly has plans for spinoffs and expansions of its popular series Billions and Dexter. The intention is to build out the pre-existing worlds with rich storytelling set in the past and present similar to Paramount’s Yellowstone franchise format. Spinoffs for both flagship series are currently in the works with Dexter: Origins (a working title) being given a straight-to-series order. The show will be executive produced by Clyde Phillips and is based on the Emmy-nominated series Dexter which starred Michael C. Hall. The network is also developing a new version of Dexter: New Blood, which follows the ongoing emergence of Dexter’s son, Harrison. Additionally, Showtime is exploring other spinoffs focusing on characters from the Dexter universe including the Trinity Killer who was originally played by John Lithgow. Dexter: Origins will dramatize young Dexter Morgan at the outset...
- 2/6/2023
- TV Insider
Showtime is expanding its franchises with a “Dexter” prequel series and multiple “Billions” spinoffs in the works.
Alongside the currently titled “Dexter: Origins” series, the network announced that “Billions: Miami,” “Billions: London,” “Millions” and “Trillions” are all in the works at the network as part of an effort to build up Showtime’s franchise strategy.
“Dexter: Origins” will follow a young Dexter Morgan as he transitions into the notorious serial killer he would eventually become with Clyde Phillips attached to executive produce. Set in Miami, young Dexter will encounter the younger version of staple “Dexter” characters, while also focusing on his familial relationships.
The network also announced it is developing a new version of “Dexter: New Blood,” which centers on Dexter’s son Harrison as he reckons with his father’s sinister past, and is exploring further projects based on the “Dexter” universe, including John Lithgow’s Trinity Killer.
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Alongside the currently titled “Dexter: Origins” series, the network announced that “Billions: Miami,” “Billions: London,” “Millions” and “Trillions” are all in the works at the network as part of an effort to build up Showtime’s franchise strategy.
“Dexter: Origins” will follow a young Dexter Morgan as he transitions into the notorious serial killer he would eventually become with Clyde Phillips attached to executive produce. Set in Miami, young Dexter will encounter the younger version of staple “Dexter” characters, while also focusing on his familial relationships.
The network also announced it is developing a new version of “Dexter: New Blood,” which centers on Dexter’s son Harrison as he reckons with his father’s sinister past, and is exploring further projects based on the “Dexter” universe, including John Lithgow’s Trinity Killer.
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- 2/6/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
It’s officially official: The Dexter prequel spinoff we first told you about last week has been formally ordered to series.
Showtime, which will soon be folded into Paramount+, confirmed on Monday that it has given a green light to Dexter: Origins, which will dramatize a young, early 20s Dexter Morgan “at the outset of his transition into the avenging serial killer he would become.”
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Showtime, which will soon be folded into Paramount+, confirmed on Monday that it has given a green light to Dexter: Origins, which will dramatize a young, early 20s Dexter Morgan “at the outset of his transition into the avenging serial killer he would become.”
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- 2/6/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Last week, we heard that Showtime was considering ordering a prequel series to their popular show Dexter, which finished its eight season initial run back in 2013, then recently came back for a new season (called Dexter: New Blood) that appeared to wrap it up for good. Now Showtime has taken the prequel series a step beyond consideration – The Hollywood Reporter has broken the news that they have gone ahead and ordered the series.
Clyde Phillips, who served as showrunner on the first four seasons of Dexter and returned to the job for Dexter: New Blood, will be overseeing the Dexter franchise for the network. Yes, they’re talking franchise now. The prequel series isn’t the only Dexter-related project they expect to be working on in the near future. Other possibilities include “spinoffs that trace the back stories of some of the show’s most iconic characters. This includes John Lithgow’s memorable Trinity Killer.
Clyde Phillips, who served as showrunner on the first four seasons of Dexter and returned to the job for Dexter: New Blood, will be overseeing the Dexter franchise for the network. Yes, they’re talking franchise now. The prequel series isn’t the only Dexter-related project they expect to be working on in the near future. Other possibilities include “spinoffs that trace the back stories of some of the show’s most iconic characters. This includes John Lithgow’s memorable Trinity Killer.
- 2/6/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Paramount+ is going all in on Dexter.
On the heels of our exclusive report that the streamer — which will soon merge with pay cabler Showtime — is developing a prequel series centered on a young version of Michael C. Hall’s titular serial killer, comes news (per Wall Street Journal) that the about-to-be rebranded “Paramount+ with Showtime” is also eyeing a spinoff centered on the origin story of John Lithgow’s Trinity Killer.
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On the heels of our exclusive report that the streamer — which will soon merge with pay cabler Showtime — is developing a prequel series centered on a young version of Michael C. Hall’s titular serial killer, comes news (per Wall Street Journal) that the about-to-be rebranded “Paramount+ with Showtime” is also eyeing a spinoff centered on the origin story of John Lithgow’s Trinity Killer.
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- 2/6/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Chris McCarthy, the Paramount Global exec who was handed oversight of Showtime last year, is doubling down on his franchise plans for the premium cable network.
The exec who is credited with growing Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone franchise for the streamer is expanding two of Showtime’s prized dramas — Dexter and Billions — with multiple offshoots in the works, sources confirm to The Hollywood Reporter.
The linear cable network is developing as many as four series connected to the Billions franchises — including Millions and Trillions — from exec producers Brian Koppelman and David Levien. The Billions co-creators have been in business with an overall deal at Showtime since 2019 and the finance drama now ranks as the cabler’s longest-running scripted original series.
As for Dexter, McCarthy announced Monday that Showtime has gone straight to series on a prequel series — Dexter: Origins — that will tell the origin story of Michael C. Hall’s...
The exec who is credited with growing Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone franchise for the streamer is expanding two of Showtime’s prized dramas — Dexter and Billions — with multiple offshoots in the works, sources confirm to The Hollywood Reporter.
The linear cable network is developing as many as four series connected to the Billions franchises — including Millions and Trillions — from exec producers Brian Koppelman and David Levien. The Billions co-creators have been in business with an overall deal at Showtime since 2019 and the finance drama now ranks as the cabler’s longest-running scripted original series.
As for Dexter, McCarthy announced Monday that Showtime has gone straight to series on a prequel series — Dexter: Origins — that will tell the origin story of Michael C. Hall’s...
- 2/6/2023
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Showtime, er, Paramount+ with Showtime, is facing a major overhaul. The Paramount Global-owned premium-cable channel is shifting its focus to franchises, which is in turn bringing about some very questionable names beyond just the platform itself. Among the plans is to turn “Billions” into a universe with spinoffs working-titled — wait for it — “Millions” and “Trillions.”
Much like the new name for Showtime itself, we feel obligated to point out that this is not a joke. The Wall Street Journal, via an interview with Showtime boss Chris McCarthy, first reported the plans for the new Showtime. A spokesperson for McCarthy confirmed the news of all the series ordered and planned, which also includes another “Billions” spinoff set in Miami (and possibly even a fourth “Billions” spinoff) and a “Dexter” prequel series, for IndieWire.
The South Florida-set “Billions” spinoff sounds like it will have a crypto-currency angle. Another potential series in the franchise has a London setting.
Much like the new name for Showtime itself, we feel obligated to point out that this is not a joke. The Wall Street Journal, via an interview with Showtime boss Chris McCarthy, first reported the plans for the new Showtime. A spokesperson for McCarthy confirmed the news of all the series ordered and planned, which also includes another “Billions” spinoff set in Miami (and possibly even a fourth “Billions” spinoff) and a “Dexter” prequel series, for IndieWire.
The South Florida-set “Billions” spinoff sounds like it will have a crypto-currency angle. Another potential series in the franchise has a London setting.
- 2/6/2023
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
The 2021 revival of “Dexter”, titled “Dexter: First Blood”, proved to be phenomenally successful for Showtime with the finale bringing in a record-breaking 3 million viewers — so why isn’t a second season in the works?
According to a report from Deadline, there have been “talks” about more “Dexter” but nothing definitive.
TVLine goes a step further to report that a sequel series had been in the works — focusing on Harrison (Jack Alcott), son of Michael C. Hall’s Dexter Morgan — but those plans won’t be moving forward.
Read More: ‘Dexter: New Blood’ Showrunner, Star Michael C. Hall On Shocking Finale Twist
However, the outlet also points out that doesn’t mean Showtime is abandoning the franchise completely.
In fact, Showtime is reported “exploring a number of new iterations” of the series, including a prequel series that would focus on the younger years of Dexter.
After the “Dexter: New Blood” finale...
According to a report from Deadline, there have been “talks” about more “Dexter” but nothing definitive.
TVLine goes a step further to report that a sequel series had been in the works — focusing on Harrison (Jack Alcott), son of Michael C. Hall’s Dexter Morgan — but those plans won’t be moving forward.
Read More: ‘Dexter: New Blood’ Showrunner, Star Michael C. Hall On Shocking Finale Twist
However, the outlet also points out that doesn’t mean Showtime is abandoning the franchise completely.
In fact, Showtime is reported “exploring a number of new iterations” of the series, including a prequel series that would focus on the younger years of Dexter.
After the “Dexter: New Blood” finale...
- 2/1/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
When Dexter: New Blood wrapped its run in January 2022, there were plenty of questions.
None of those questions centered on the fate of the franchise's leading man, Dexter Morgan.
At the end of Dexter: New Blood, the titular killer was dead, and Showtime -- and key creatives -- were not ruling out following Dexter's son, Harrison, in a potential second season of the revival.
A year later, that project is officially dead and, err, buried
TV Line reported Tuesday that the project would not be moving forward with a follow-up to New Blood.
The decision is somewhat surprising.
New Blood scared up enormous numbers for Showtime, but maybe the cabler didn't think the franchise was viable without Michael C. Hall.
It would be a tough sell to have a show set in the Dexter universe without the titular character, so maybe it's not a bad thing that Showtime is moving on from the series.
None of those questions centered on the fate of the franchise's leading man, Dexter Morgan.
At the end of Dexter: New Blood, the titular killer was dead, and Showtime -- and key creatives -- were not ruling out following Dexter's son, Harrison, in a potential second season of the revival.
A year later, that project is officially dead and, err, buried
TV Line reported Tuesday that the project would not be moving forward with a follow-up to New Blood.
The decision is somewhat surprising.
New Blood scared up enormous numbers for Showtime, but maybe the cabler didn't think the franchise was viable without Michael C. Hall.
It would be a tough sell to have a show set in the Dexter universe without the titular character, so maybe it's not a bad thing that Showtime is moving on from the series.
- 1/31/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
If you haven’t watched Dexter: New Blood, there will be spoilers. Eight years after Dexter concluded, Showtime brought the Michael C. Hall series back for Dexter: New Blood. The series was conceived as a limited series, but its success led to the network considering a second season. TVLine has heard that Dexter: New Blood won’t continue, but that Showtime is considering a Dexter prequel series instead.
Showrunner Clyde Phillips wanted to use Dexter: New Blood as an opportunity to set things right and conclude Dexter’s story in a more satisfactory manner. The limited series found the serial killer with a heart of gold reuniting with his son Harrison (Jack Alcott). While attempting to bond with his now grown-up child, they begin investigating a sinister killer hiding in plain sight in their small town. The finale found Dexter breaking his own code by killing an innocent man and...
Showrunner Clyde Phillips wanted to use Dexter: New Blood as an opportunity to set things right and conclude Dexter’s story in a more satisfactory manner. The limited series found the serial killer with a heart of gold reuniting with his son Harrison (Jack Alcott). While attempting to bond with his now grown-up child, they begin investigating a sinister killer hiding in plain sight in their small town. The finale found Dexter breaking his own code by killing an innocent man and...
- 1/31/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Since Dexter: New Blood was such a success for Showtime, there has to be some kind of killer sequel in the works, right?
Not exactly, Deadline has learned. There have been talks about expanding the Dexter universe but that’s all they are for now — talks. One of the ideas that has been discussed is a prequel but nothing is solid at this time.
A spokesperson for Showtime declined comment.
Interest in the future of the franchise has taken a front seat after Paramount Global said Tuesday that Showtime will no longer be a stand-alone brand. The company is rebranding the premium cable network as Paramount+ with Showtime as part of a wide-ranging change that also brings the two brands together in the streaming world.
After the Dexter: New Blood sequel wrapped in January 2022, there was plenty of chatter about whether it would make sense to follow the exploits of...
Not exactly, Deadline has learned. There have been talks about expanding the Dexter universe but that’s all they are for now — talks. One of the ideas that has been discussed is a prequel but nothing is solid at this time.
A spokesperson for Showtime declined comment.
Interest in the future of the franchise has taken a front seat after Paramount Global said Tuesday that Showtime will no longer be a stand-alone brand. The company is rebranding the premium cable network as Paramount+ with Showtime as part of a wide-ranging change that also brings the two brands together in the streaming world.
After the Dexter: New Blood sequel wrapped in January 2022, there was plenty of chatter about whether it would make sense to follow the exploits of...
- 1/31/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Titled “Dexter: New Blood,” the brand new revival season of Showtime’s “Dexter” was a huge hit for the network, becoming the most-watched series in Showtime history. The series averaged over 8 million viewers weekly across platforms, proving that there’s still demand for more stories in the “Dexter” universe. But are we getting another season of “New Blood”?
According to TV Line this week, Showtime is Not moving forward with “Dexter: New Blood” Season 2 – but that certainly doesn’t mean we’ve seen the last of the fan-favorite character.
TV Line reports, “According to insiders, Showtime — which will soon merge with Paramount+ — is exploring a number of new iterations of Dexter, including a prequel series centered around a young version of the titular antihero.”
The finale of “Dexter: New Blood” ended with the murder of Michael C. Hall‘s Dexter Morgan, suggesting the revival season was indeed a true and final finale for the series.
According to TV Line this week, Showtime is Not moving forward with “Dexter: New Blood” Season 2 – but that certainly doesn’t mean we’ve seen the last of the fan-favorite character.
TV Line reports, “According to insiders, Showtime — which will soon merge with Paramount+ — is exploring a number of new iterations of Dexter, including a prequel series centered around a young version of the titular antihero.”
The finale of “Dexter: New Blood” ended with the murder of Michael C. Hall‘s Dexter Morgan, suggesting the revival season was indeed a true and final finale for the series.
- 1/31/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Dexter: New Blood is dead. Long live… Dexter: The Early Years?
Multiple sources confirm to TVLine exclusively that Showtime will not be moving forward with a second season of its phenomenally successful revival, Dexter: New Blood. However, the network is far from done with the Dexter franchise (more on that in a moment.)
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The follow-up to Dexter: New Blood — which had been in development — would’ve found Harrison (played by The Good Lord Bird...
Multiple sources confirm to TVLine exclusively that Showtime will not be moving forward with a second season of its phenomenally successful revival, Dexter: New Blood. However, the network is far from done with the Dexter franchise (more on that in a moment.)
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The follow-up to Dexter: New Blood — which had been in development — would’ve found Harrison (played by The Good Lord Bird...
- 1/31/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
"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...
- 12/2/2022
- by Jenn Adams
- Slash Film
The late, great Canadian director Jean-Marc Vallée was honored in Banff with a moving tribute during Tuesday’s Rockie Awards.
The Montreal filmmaker — who is best known for directing “Dallas Buyers Club” and “Wild” along with TV series “Big Little Lies” and “Sharp Objects” — died suddenly on Dec. 25, sending shockwaves across the Canadian film industry and Hollywood. Vallée made his name in Canada with films such as “C.R.A.Z.Y.” and “Café de Flore” before transitioning into Hollywood fare.
Vallée received a post-humous Canadian Award of Distinction, with a beautifully edited reel of the director’s movies and candid moments leaving few dry eyes in the audience. The video was set to songs that were used in Vallée’s films, which relied heavily on music. (The director got his start making music videos.)
Vallée was honored by his close friend and collaborator Marc Côté, who was meant to...
The Montreal filmmaker — who is best known for directing “Dallas Buyers Club” and “Wild” along with TV series “Big Little Lies” and “Sharp Objects” — died suddenly on Dec. 25, sending shockwaves across the Canadian film industry and Hollywood. Vallée made his name in Canada with films such as “C.R.A.Z.Y.” and “Café de Flore” before transitioning into Hollywood fare.
Vallée received a post-humous Canadian Award of Distinction, with a beautifully edited reel of the director’s movies and candid moments leaving few dry eyes in the audience. The video was set to songs that were used in Vallée’s films, which relied heavily on music. (The director got his start making music videos.)
Vallée was honored by his close friend and collaborator Marc Côté, who was meant to...
- 6/15/2022
- by Manori Ravindran
- Variety Film + TV
The conclusions of dramas like “Ozark” and “Better Call Saul” have ruled cultural conversation about TV in 2022, while new shows such as “Bel-Air” and “As We See It” are a sign of the innovation and creativity to come. Creators and showrunners of some of the top dramas on the small screen came together for Variety’s “A Night in the Writers’ Room” to discuss bringing new ideas to old properties, what it’s like to write a series finale and more.
Moderated by TV features editor Emily Longeretta, the event began with a conversation about what it looks like to run a writers’ room under pandemic restrictions. Each writer offered different perspectives on the pros and cons.
Chris Mundy, writer and executive producer of “Ozark” much prefers in-person writing, but he found that keeping the writing staff consistent allowed the Zoom experience to go as smoothly as possible.
“In the final season of ‘Ozark,...
Moderated by TV features editor Emily Longeretta, the event began with a conversation about what it looks like to run a writers’ room under pandemic restrictions. Each writer offered different perspectives on the pros and cons.
Chris Mundy, writer and executive producer of “Ozark” much prefers in-person writing, but he found that keeping the writing staff consistent allowed the Zoom experience to go as smoothly as possible.
“In the final season of ‘Ozark,...
- 6/10/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
“What made me do it was Clyde Phillips and Michael C. Hall wanting to do it,” admits Marcos Siega, the director of “Dexter: New Blood.” “They really cared about the show and they wouldn’t have come back if they didn’t feel strongly. When Clyde called me I jumped at the opportunity and Michael really wanted me there to do it with him. I was anxious, nervous, excited. All of the above. That’s what drove me to want to do it.”
The Showtime series is set 10 years after Dexter Morgan went missing in the eye of Hurricane Laura. He is now living under an assumed name in Upstate New York, Iron Lake, far from his original home in Miami. The original “Dexter” series ran from 2006 to 2013. It was nominated for 24 Emmys and won four.
See Clancy Brown (‘Dexter: New Blood’) on going toe to toe with ‘the most...
The Showtime series is set 10 years after Dexter Morgan went missing in the eye of Hurricane Laura. He is now living under an assumed name in Upstate New York, Iron Lake, far from his original home in Miami. The original “Dexter” series ran from 2006 to 2013. It was nominated for 24 Emmys and won four.
See Clancy Brown (‘Dexter: New Blood’) on going toe to toe with ‘the most...
- 5/30/2022
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
The Banff World Media Festival will honor late filmmaker Jean-Marc Vallée posthumously with its Canadian Award of Distinction next month, the event announced on Thursday. Vallée will be joined in being honored at Banff’s Rockie Award Gala by “American Auto” star Ana Gasteyer, who will receive the Sir Peter Ustinov Comedy Award, and the “Yellowjackets” team of Ashley Lyle, Bart Nickerson and Jonathan Lisco, who have been named Showrunners of the Year (presented by Variety).
The Rockie Award Gala takes place on Tuesday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. Mt at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada, in the middle of the Banff World Media Festival. Canadian R&b star Jully Black will host the awards program.
Other honorees will include Vivica A. Fox, who has been named this year’s winner of the Inclusion Award. Rose Matafeo will recieve the Creative Voice Award. And Eagle Vision...
The Rockie Award Gala takes place on Tuesday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. Mt at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada, in the middle of the Banff World Media Festival. Canadian R&b star Jully Black will host the awards program.
Other honorees will include Vivica A. Fox, who has been named this year’s winner of the Inclusion Award. Rose Matafeo will recieve the Creative Voice Award. And Eagle Vision...
- 5/26/2022
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
This article contains spoilers for Dexter: New Blood.
It was easy to be skeptical when Dexter: New Blood was first announced. The descent into ignominy of the original series is well documented by this point, with the Monty Python-evoking finale infamous even among those who never watched the show.
But a dud finale wasn’t Dexter’s only crime, nor the only reason a continuation was a dicey proposition. While the first four seasons remain respected for their dark humor, thorny moral questions, and devastating twists, the second half of the series did everything in its power to squander any goodwill. The finale cops a lot of flack, but it’s still not as bad as the entire run of Dexter’s bafflingly awful sixth season. That the ending would fail to impress after such lows was, really, a foregone conclusion.
As such nobody was exactly losing their minds over the prospect of a revival,...
It was easy to be skeptical when Dexter: New Blood was first announced. The descent into ignominy of the original series is well documented by this point, with the Monty Python-evoking finale infamous even among those who never watched the show.
But a dud finale wasn’t Dexter’s only crime, nor the only reason a continuation was a dicey proposition. While the first four seasons remain respected for their dark humor, thorny moral questions, and devastating twists, the second half of the series did everything in its power to squander any goodwill. The finale cops a lot of flack, but it’s still not as bad as the entire run of Dexter’s bafflingly awful sixth season. That the ending would fail to impress after such lows was, really, a foregone conclusion.
As such nobody was exactly losing their minds over the prospect of a revival,...
- 1/19/2022
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
This article contains spoilers for Dexter: New Blood.
Regardless of what some fans and critics thought about Showtime’s Dexter revival, Dexter: New Blood has officially become the network’s most-watched series of all time. The show’s 10-episode run averaged around 8 million viewers a week. That’s more than Showtime’s previous signature series, Homeland, and the 3 million viewers that watched the Dexter: New Blood finale helped the revival overcome Homeland season 3’s finale in 2013 to become the most watched season finale on the network. Further, two million of those viewers came from streaming and on-demand platforms, setting another new record for Showtime.
“We’re thrilled by the overwhelming response from the millions of fans of Dexter: New Blood these past 10 weeks,” said the entertainment president of Showtime Networks, Gary Levine. “Whether they loved the finale or couldn’t bear to see it end, we so appreciate their passion.
Regardless of what some fans and critics thought about Showtime’s Dexter revival, Dexter: New Blood has officially become the network’s most-watched series of all time. The show’s 10-episode run averaged around 8 million viewers a week. That’s more than Showtime’s previous signature series, Homeland, and the 3 million viewers that watched the Dexter: New Blood finale helped the revival overcome Homeland season 3’s finale in 2013 to become the most watched season finale on the network. Further, two million of those viewers came from streaming and on-demand platforms, setting another new record for Showtime.
“We’re thrilled by the overwhelming response from the millions of fans of Dexter: New Blood these past 10 weeks,” said the entertainment president of Showtime Networks, Gary Levine. “Whether they loved the finale or couldn’t bear to see it end, we so appreciate their passion.
- 1/15/2022
- by Nick Harley
- Den of Geek
“Dexter: New Blood” has become the most-watched series in Showtime’s history, averaging more than 8 million viwers a week across its ten-episode run.
In addition, the season finale brought in 3 million viewers in its Sunday debut, making it the biggest Showtime finale in more than eight years. Episode 10 of the “Dexter” sequel surpassed the previous record-holder — the “Homeland” Season 3 finale from 2013. Moreover, “Dexter: New Blood” also set a record for Showtime with 2 million of the finale’s viewers coming from streaming and on-demand platforms.
“We’re thrilled by the overwhelming response from the millions of fans of ‘Dexter: New Blood’ these past 10 weeks,” said Gary Levine, entertainment president of Showtime Networks. “Whether they loved the finale or couldn’t bear to see it end, we so appreciate their passion.”
Thanks in large part to “Dexter: New Blood,” and the new thriller “Yellowjackets,” Showtime logged the highest volume of new sign-ups...
In addition, the season finale brought in 3 million viewers in its Sunday debut, making it the biggest Showtime finale in more than eight years. Episode 10 of the “Dexter” sequel surpassed the previous record-holder — the “Homeland” Season 3 finale from 2013. Moreover, “Dexter: New Blood” also set a record for Showtime with 2 million of the finale’s viewers coming from streaming and on-demand platforms.
“We’re thrilled by the overwhelming response from the millions of fans of ‘Dexter: New Blood’ these past 10 weeks,” said Gary Levine, entertainment president of Showtime Networks. “Whether they loved the finale or couldn’t bear to see it end, we so appreciate their passion.”
Thanks in large part to “Dexter: New Blood,” and the new thriller “Yellowjackets,” Showtime logged the highest volume of new sign-ups...
- 1/11/2022
- by Mónica Marie Zorrilla
- Variety Film + TV
Many revivals struggle to capitalize on the success of the former show.
But Showtime's revival of Dexter has broken ratings records for the premium cabler.
In fact, the Michael C. Hall-fronted Dexter: New Blood stands tall as the most watched series in Showtime history.
Dexter: New Blood Season 1 averaged 8.2 million total viewers across all platforms, helping it soar in the ratings.
The controversial series-ender managed 3 million total viewers on Showtime alone, down just a hair below the original series finale in 2013's 3.3 million.
On streaming and on-demand platforms, the episode amassed 2 million viewers.
Simply put, many people watched Dexter linearly, and also via other means.
If you watch Dexter: New Blood online, you know the finale killed off the titular character, but could the show return in some capacity?
"As you can imagine, that’s not the first time I’ve been asked that," showrunner Clyde Phillips explained to...
But Showtime's revival of Dexter has broken ratings records for the premium cabler.
In fact, the Michael C. Hall-fronted Dexter: New Blood stands tall as the most watched series in Showtime history.
Dexter: New Blood Season 1 averaged 8.2 million total viewers across all platforms, helping it soar in the ratings.
The controversial series-ender managed 3 million total viewers on Showtime alone, down just a hair below the original series finale in 2013's 3.3 million.
On streaming and on-demand platforms, the episode amassed 2 million viewers.
Simply put, many people watched Dexter linearly, and also via other means.
If you watch Dexter: New Blood online, you know the finale killed off the titular character, but could the show return in some capacity?
"As you can imagine, that’s not the first time I’ve been asked that," showrunner Clyde Phillips explained to...
- 1/11/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Let us be the first and only TV news site to say that “Dexter: New Blood absolutely killed it” in the ratings, emerging as the most watched series in Showtime history.
Including its Jan. 9 season finale, the 10-episode Dexter revival averaged more than 8 million weekly viewers across all platforms, marking an all-time high for the premium cabler.
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The (divisive?) finale itself drew 3 million viewers on Sunday alone,...
Including its Jan. 9 season finale, the 10-episode Dexter revival averaged more than 8 million weekly viewers across all platforms, marking an all-time high for the premium cabler.
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The (divisive?) finale itself drew 3 million viewers on Sunday alone,...
- 1/11/2022
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
The following contains spoilers from the season finale of Showtime’s Dexter: New Blood.
If Dexter: New Blood gets renewed for a second season, how new do you want the blood to be?
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After all, in Sunday’s finale, Harrison (played by The Good Lord Bird‘s Jack Alcott) killed Dexter (Michael C. Hall) with his rifle after discovering that his dad had murdered the guilty-of-nothing Sgt. Logan (Underground‘s Alano Miller). With...
If Dexter: New Blood gets renewed for a second season, how new do you want the blood to be?
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After all, in Sunday’s finale, Harrison (played by The Good Lord Bird‘s Jack Alcott) killed Dexter (Michael C. Hall) with his rifle after discovering that his dad had murdered the guilty-of-nothing Sgt. Logan (Underground‘s Alano Miller). With...
- 1/10/2022
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
This Dexter: New Blood review contains spoilers.
Not many shows get a second chance at a finale. But then again, not many shows’ first finales are as bad as Dexter’s was.
After the original Dexter series finale back in 2013 was received, let’s say, less than warmly, Showtime decided to try it again. Following a seven year cool-off period, the network invited original showrunner Clyde Phillips back to envision a new end for Bay Harbor Butcher in the limited series Dexter: New Blood.
Now Dexter: New Blood’s new ending has come and gone and despite mixed fan reaction, it’s hard to argue that it isn’t an improvement…or at least we believe it is. Still, while Dexter: New Blood did an excellent job in wrapping up Dexter’s story once and for all, it left some secondary Dexter characters out in the cold. That’s partly...
Not many shows get a second chance at a finale. But then again, not many shows’ first finales are as bad as Dexter’s was.
After the original Dexter series finale back in 2013 was received, let’s say, less than warmly, Showtime decided to try it again. Following a seven year cool-off period, the network invited original showrunner Clyde Phillips back to envision a new end for Bay Harbor Butcher in the limited series Dexter: New Blood.
Now Dexter: New Blood’s new ending has come and gone and despite mixed fan reaction, it’s hard to argue that it isn’t an improvement…or at least we believe it is. Still, while Dexter: New Blood did an excellent job in wrapping up Dexter’s story once and for all, it left some secondary Dexter characters out in the cold. That’s partly...
- 1/10/2022
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
This article contains spoilers for the Dexter: New Blood finale.
A polarizing Dexter finale is better than a universally derided one, right? Dexter: New Blood, the revival of Showtime’s hit drama, finished its run last night with a definitive ending that is leagues above the original swan song, but still controversial among the Dexter faithful. Once fans get over the shock that it’s a wrap for ol’ darkly dreaming Dexter, they’ll realize the serial killer’s fate in Dexter: New Blood was the only ending for the character.
Does Dexter Die in Dexter: New Blood?
The only reason to bring Dexter back was to hold him accountable for his behavior. New Blood rightfully asked the audience to reexamine the charming yet sociopathic killer, whom they viewed more like a Batman-esque vigilante than a murder junkie who would stop at nothing to get his next fix. But Dexter is no hero.
A polarizing Dexter finale is better than a universally derided one, right? Dexter: New Blood, the revival of Showtime’s hit drama, finished its run last night with a definitive ending that is leagues above the original swan song, but still controversial among the Dexter faithful. Once fans get over the shock that it’s a wrap for ol’ darkly dreaming Dexter, they’ll realize the serial killer’s fate in Dexter: New Blood was the only ending for the character.
Does Dexter Die in Dexter: New Blood?
The only reason to bring Dexter back was to hold him accountable for his behavior. New Blood rightfully asked the audience to reexamine the charming yet sociopathic killer, whom they viewed more like a Batman-esque vigilante than a murder junkie who would stop at nothing to get his next fix. But Dexter is no hero.
- 1/10/2022
- by Nick Harley
- Den of Geek
With the conclusion of Dexter: New Blood Season 1, fans are going through the motions.
The original series finale got everything wrong, and despite some big flaws, Dexter: New Blood Season 1 Episode 10 was a more satisfactory conclusion.
Still, there are questions about whether the show could go on.
If you watch Dexter: New Blood online, you know the finale killed off Michael C. Hall's titular character at the hands of his son Harrison.
Harrison ultimately evaded justice as Angela Bishop showed up to give him money to escape town and start a new life.
There have long been theories that the show could continue without Dexter at the wheel of the story, and all eyes are on a potential second season or sequel series with Harrison.
"As you can imagine, that’s not the first time I’ve been asked that," showrunner Clyde Phillips explained to TV Line of a potential new season.
The original series finale got everything wrong, and despite some big flaws, Dexter: New Blood Season 1 Episode 10 was a more satisfactory conclusion.
Still, there are questions about whether the show could go on.
If you watch Dexter: New Blood online, you know the finale killed off Michael C. Hall's titular character at the hands of his son Harrison.
Harrison ultimately evaded justice as Angela Bishop showed up to give him money to escape town and start a new life.
There have long been theories that the show could continue without Dexter at the wheel of the story, and all eyes are on a potential second season or sequel series with Harrison.
"As you can imagine, that’s not the first time I’ve been asked that," showrunner Clyde Phillips explained to TV Line of a potential new season.
- 1/10/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Two pivotal events take place in the penultimate Yellowjackets of Season 1, one in each timeline. Let’s start with the identity of the survivors’ blackmailer, shall we?
Now | It’s Shauna’s husband, Jeff. Yeah, I Had The Same Reaction: This guy?! Apparently his furniture store is in real financial trouble, and he borrowed money from a loan shark but then couldn’t pay it back, so he thought he’d hit up Taissa and Natalie for some cash. Yep, it was definitely him that they chased through the glitter and everything. And how did he know about their secret?...
Now | It’s Shauna’s husband, Jeff. Yeah, I Had The Same Reaction: This guy?! Apparently his furniture store is in real financial trouble, and he borrowed money from a loan shark but then couldn’t pay it back, so he thought he’d hit up Taissa and Natalie for some cash. Yep, it was definitely him that they chased through the glitter and everything. And how did he know about their secret?...
- 1/10/2022
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
This Dexter: New Blood review contains spoilers.
Dexter: New Blood Episode 10
“Open your eyes and look at what you’ve done!”
When it was announced that Showtime would be reviving Dexter after almost a decade, I was more than dubious. One of the first prestige dramas that I truly loved, I jumped at the chance to review the series when I started writing for Den of Geek in 2012. Unfortunately, the seasons that I covered could be described as disappointing at best. The show was responsible for many sins. Between clearly telegraphed twists, interesting threads stopped dead in their tracks for no apparent reason, and inconsistent characterization, the series’ chief issue was the esteem that the writers had for their lead character long after he deserved any.
On more than one occasion, writers of Dexter would compare their darling to a superhero, and many fans of the series, including in this site’s comment section,...
Dexter: New Blood Episode 10
“Open your eyes and look at what you’ve done!”
When it was announced that Showtime would be reviving Dexter after almost a decade, I was more than dubious. One of the first prestige dramas that I truly loved, I jumped at the chance to review the series when I started writing for Den of Geek in 2012. Unfortunately, the seasons that I covered could be described as disappointing at best. The show was responsible for many sins. Between clearly telegraphed twists, interesting threads stopped dead in their tracks for no apparent reason, and inconsistent characterization, the series’ chief issue was the esteem that the writers had for their lead character long after he deserved any.
On more than one occasion, writers of Dexter would compare their darling to a superhero, and many fans of the series, including in this site’s comment section,...
- 1/10/2022
- by Nick Harley
- Den of Geek
Spoiler Alert: This interview reveals major storylines from the finale of Showtime’s Dexter: New Blood.
When Clyde Phillips met with Michael C. Hall about returning to the role of Dexter Morgan in what would become Dexter: New Blood, he already knew the serial killer’s life would end.
Hall signed up without hesitation.
Fans of the hit Showtime series Dexter, which ran eight seasons from 2006-2013, rejoined the former Miami Metro blood spatter analyst —now known by the alias Jim Lindsay—and have enthusiastically tuned in to watch his final adventure unfold. And though that journey has now come to an end with his shocking death, the beloved franchise may continue to expand with a little help from his progeny, Harrison Morgan (Jack Alcott).
Phillips spoke with Deadline about whether death was the only conclusion on the table for Dexter, the status of a possible continuation, and what happens...
When Clyde Phillips met with Michael C. Hall about returning to the role of Dexter Morgan in what would become Dexter: New Blood, he already knew the serial killer’s life would end.
Hall signed up without hesitation.
Fans of the hit Showtime series Dexter, which ran eight seasons from 2006-2013, rejoined the former Miami Metro blood spatter analyst —now known by the alias Jim Lindsay—and have enthusiastically tuned in to watch his final adventure unfold. And though that journey has now come to an end with his shocking death, the beloved franchise may continue to expand with a little help from his progeny, Harrison Morgan (Jack Alcott).
Phillips spoke with Deadline about whether death was the only conclusion on the table for Dexter, the status of a possible continuation, and what happens...
- 1/9/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Spoiler Alert: This story includes details from the finale of Showtime’s Dexter: New Blood.
It’s truly the end of an era as the fate of Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) has been sealed in the final episode of Showtime’s Dexter: New Blood. And whether or not fans like the ending this time around, there’s no going back.
“Dexter Morgan is dead,” series showrunner Clyde Phillips confirmed to Deadline in a conversation that will run immediately following this recap.
Nearly a decade after America’s favorite fictional serial killer disappeared into a Miami hurricane in the original series finale, in New Blood it is revealed that Dexter was alive and well living in Iron Lake, NY under the alias Jim Lindsay.
He had completely changed his life and left every part of his old life behind, until right around the time someone from his past found him.
It’s truly the end of an era as the fate of Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) has been sealed in the final episode of Showtime’s Dexter: New Blood. And whether or not fans like the ending this time around, there’s no going back.
“Dexter Morgan is dead,” series showrunner Clyde Phillips confirmed to Deadline in a conversation that will run immediately following this recap.
Nearly a decade after America’s favorite fictional serial killer disappeared into a Miami hurricane in the original series finale, in New Blood it is revealed that Dexter was alive and well living in Iron Lake, NY under the alias Jim Lindsay.
He had completely changed his life and left every part of his old life behind, until right around the time someone from his past found him.
- 1/9/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Warning: The following contains spoilers for the series finale of Dexter: New Blood.
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In the (series?) finale of the Dexter revival (now available to stream via Showtime), son Harrison (final spoiler alert!) killed Dexter with his rifle after...
- 1/9/2022
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
This Dexter: New Blood review contains spoilers.
Dexter: New Blood Episode 9
This is as good as Dexter gets.
While Dexter: New Blood has done more than enough to remove the bad taste left by the original series’ mostly maddening final three seasons, “The Family Business” justifies reviving the show. It’s the best episode of the series since season 4, containing most of the elements that made the deliciously dark drama irresistible; there’s plenty of black humor mixed in, interesting conversations about vigilantism and justice, difficult questions about mitigating problematic behavior, suspenseful games of cat and mouse, and it’s all anchored by knock-out performances. I’ve had my quibbles with this season, but this was what I envisioned as a best-case scenario when Dexter: New Blood was announced. Whether Clyde Phillips and his writer’s room can stick the landing remains to be seen, but “The Family Business” is...
Dexter: New Blood Episode 9
This is as good as Dexter gets.
While Dexter: New Blood has done more than enough to remove the bad taste left by the original series’ mostly maddening final three seasons, “The Family Business” justifies reviving the show. It’s the best episode of the series since season 4, containing most of the elements that made the deliciously dark drama irresistible; there’s plenty of black humor mixed in, interesting conversations about vigilantism and justice, difficult questions about mitigating problematic behavior, suspenseful games of cat and mouse, and it’s all anchored by knock-out performances. I’ve had my quibbles with this season, but this was what I envisioned as a best-case scenario when Dexter: New Blood was announced. Whether Clyde Phillips and his writer’s room can stick the landing remains to be seen, but “The Family Business” is...
- 1/3/2022
- by Nick Harley
- Den of Geek
“Dexter: New Blood” staged a reunion (of sorts) in the December 5 episode when Dexter’s new girlfriend, Iron Lake Chief of Police Angela Bishop (Julia Jones), met his old coworker, Miami Metro Captain Angel Batista (David Zayas). The last time viewers saw Batista was in the 2013 series finale, when Dexter (Michael C. Hall) drove his boat into a hurricane and made everyone believe he and his son Harrison had died. Zayas now reveals he had “mixed feelings” about that controversial ending, telling EW, “I felt it might’ve been a little underwhelming.”
See‘Dexter: New Blood’ showrunner Clyde Phillip: ‘I was watching with tears streaming down my face’
“You always want to do more and you always want to be involved more,” he added. “I didn’t have as much of a problem with the ending as a lot of people did, simply because I thought there was a chance that we could come back.
See‘Dexter: New Blood’ showrunner Clyde Phillip: ‘I was watching with tears streaming down my face’
“You always want to do more and you always want to be involved more,” he added. “I didn’t have as much of a problem with the ending as a lot of people did, simply because I thought there was a chance that we could come back.
- 12/8/2021
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
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