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Some of the most popular shows on TV are coming back with new seasons in 2025, and we’ve picked a list of our 10 favorites!

With 2025 now essentially here, it’s time to look forward to the year’s best streaming premieres. There are some real heavyweights coming back to the screen this year, including the long-awaited final season of “Stranger Things” and a lot more. Check out our top 10 list of returning TV shows below and see which title is coming to your favorite streaming service!

The 10 shows we’re most excited to stream in 2025

‘Andor’ Season 2

‘The Bear’ Season 4

‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Season 1

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Season 1

‘The Last of Us’ Season 2

‘Poker Face’ Season 2

‘Severance’ Season 2

‘Stranger Things’ Season 5

‘Yellowjackets’ Season 3

‘The White Lotus’ Season 3

‘Andor’ Season 2

Premieres: April 22 on Disney+

The first season of “Andor” was one of my favorite live-action Star Wars projects in a long time.

Dexter: Original Sin is certainly drawing mixed feelings from fans of the franchise. Even though the series is getting a lot of acclaim and recognition for its quality, many believe it simply should not exist. Considering the Dexter franchise has already told quite a comprehensive story, one cannot help but wonder if there is a need for more additions.

Patrick Gibson and Christian Slater in Dexter: Original Sin | Credits: Paramount+ with Showtime

With Dexter: Resurrection having already been confirmed to continue the story of Dexter’s son, many have questioned the need for a prequel series about a character that fans already know so much about. With some believing it to be an attempt at milking the character, it would seem that this wasn’t the original plan.

The creator of the franchise, Clyde Phillips, revealed the original plan for the spin-off was very different, and it...

This post contains spoilers for "Dexter" and "Dexter: New Blood."

"Tonight's the night. And it's gonna happen again and again. Has to happen." These opening lines grace the pilot episode of "Dexter," in which blood splatter specialist Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) drives around while being on the prowl. What sets this show apart from most police procedurals is its upfront positioning of Dexter as a morally complex figure, a killer who (mostly) murders other killers who have managed to escape the justice system. However, this moral positioning starts to unravel once his meticulous plans start spiraling out of control and jeopardizing the faux-identity he has painstakingly crafted over the years. This tension between our intimate knowledge of Dexter's skewed vigilantism and the escalating suspicion about his crimes grants "Dexter" the edge required to become the tense, thrilling character-focused procedural that it is.

That said, even the best shows lose their way,...

We're all impatiently waiting for You season 5 to arrive on Netflix, and I really hope we get some news about a release date soon. It's disappointing because the fifth and final season was supposed to come out in 2024. But right now, it is what it is and there's nothing we can do except continue to wait.

If you're in the same boat and need something to watch and fill your time as we wait for the new season, then you're in the right place! Here's 4 shows like You to watch on streaming. There's even a couple of Netflix ones in there for you!

Ratched on Netflix

Sarah Paulson embodies Nurse Mildred Ratched so well on the Netflix series, appropriately called Ratched. The show tells the origin story of the character many of us know from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. Similar to Joe in You, Mildred seems to be...

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Fender Bender Season 1 Episode 4 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Dexter: Original Sin,” titled “Fender Bender,” promises a mix of suspense and intrigue. In this episode, Dexter sets his sights on a retired mob hitman who may still be involved in deadly activities. This storyline adds a layer of tension as Dexter navigates the complexities of his target’s past while dealing with the moral dilemmas that come with his own dark urges.

Meanwhile, Harry is deep into a gruesome murder case involving a ten-year-old boy. The emotional weight of this case is likely to challenge Harry and push him to confront difficult truths. It will be interesting to see how Dexter balances his own mission with the haunting details of this tragic event.

On a lighter note, Deb sneaks into a nightclub with her friend Sofia. This adventure leads...

Last Updated on December 30, 2024

What Do We Know About the upcoming continuation of the Dexter franchise, Resurrection? More than you may think. Following the success of the sequel series New Blood and the prequel Original Sin, Dexter star Michael C. Hall returns in Resurrection, and we know the plot, cast, and confirmed release date. Let’s dive in and look at what is coming up from Showtime with Dexter: Resurrection.

Dexter Morgan isn’t dead after all.

Despite Dexter: New Blood showrunner Clyde Phillips declaring that Dexter was truly dead at the end of the series and promised he would not lie to the audience, he later told TV Insider that the beginning of Resurrection would have a doctor say to Dexter ‘Had you been shot in the summertime, you’d be dead, but you were shot in zero degree weather. And we ripped you open, and we’re...

In Dexter: Original Sin, season 1 continues to unfold with an intense new episode titled “F is for F…-Up”, airing on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 10:00 Pm on Parsho. The episode kicks off with a critical moment in Dexter’s life, as a kill goes wrong, leading to him being grounded by his father figure, Harry. Dexter’s typically unshakable confidence is tested, forcing him to confront his mistakes and deal with the consequences of his actions.

Meanwhile, Debra continues to explore her relationship with Gio, deepening their connection. As she reflects on her family’s past, Deb bonds with her brother Dexter on the anniversary of their mother’s death, bringing up old memories and unresolved emotions. The episode explores the tension between personal connections and the dark secrets both Dexter and Deb carry.

As the stakes continue to rise, “F is for F…-Up” promises to deliver a...

Dexter Original Sin show details ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Showtime wasted no time greenlighting Dexter: Original Sin after New Blood’s record-breaking finale. While fans were shocked by Dexter’s end, the network acted quickly, opting for a prequel instead of a direct sequel. How’s that for timing?

Showrunner Clyde Phillips was all set to dive into a sequel. “We wrote all 10 episodes of the sequel,” Phillips revealed, adding that things got a little wild when MTV Entertainment’s Chris McCarthy came on board. McCarthy, fresh off the success of Yellowstone’s prequels, wasn’t into sequels. He wanted Original Sin. He told Phillips, “I’m not in the sequel business; I’m in the prequel business,” just like that, a Dexter prequel was born. Phillips quickly pitched it, and McCarthy’s four-word response sealed the deal: “Phenomenal. I love it.”

And bam, production kicked off.

But there’s more.

In Friday’s episode of Dexter: Original Sin, our titular killer with a code experiences some normal, non-murdery feelings when a child — Judge Powell’s abducted son Jimmy — is sadly found dead, his body strung from a bridge.

Dexter has a panicked, sickened feeling after seeing his first dead kid, and the whole experience shakes him to his core. Harry assures his son that it’s a good thing that Dexter feels so spun by the sight of a dead child. So while Miami Metro deals with the Powell case, Harry sends Dexter to another scene dealing with a dead prostitute.

No, you haven’t slipped through the stones, but the Outlander: Blood of My Blood photo below might make you feel like you’re traveling through time.

Longtime fans of Starz’s Outlander will remember Dougal and Colum MacKenzie, aka Jamie’s uncles, as imposing presences at Castle Leoch during the show’s early seasons. TVLine’s month-long #2025FirstLook series continues with a first look at the MacKenzie brothers in their younger years on the show’s upcoming prequel, Blood of My Blood.

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Fans of Showtime’s “Dexter” series are noticing that Sergeant James Doakes isn’t in “Dexter: Original Sin,” the new spinoff. The show takes place in 1991 before Doakes started working at the Miami Metro Police Department, so he is not there.

The series is about Dexter Morgan when he was younger and shows how he started as a forensic expert and a vigilante killer. While many characters from the original series are back, including Angel Batista, Vince Masuka, and Maria Laguerta, Sergeant Doakes is noticeably absent. He is known for his intense attitude and suspicion of Dexter.

Based on the show’s timing, Doakes could still be in the US Army Rangers or just starting as a police officer somewhere else during “Original Sin.” The third episode of the series introduces Maria Laguerta, who transfers to Miami Metro and shows that important new employees are still coming to the department.

Last Updated on December 26, 2024

The Dexter universe is growing larger by the second. Dexter: Original Sin is currently telling the origins of the young serial killer, but another prequel series could soon follow. Deadline reports that a prequel series revolving around the Trinity Killer (played by John Lithgow in the original series) is still “in development” at Paramount+.

The Trinity Killer prequel series was actually reported to be in condition in early 2023, but it’s been a long time since we’ve heard anything about it. Dexter showrunner Clyde Phillips and Dexter writer/producer Scott Reynolds will serve as co-creators and executive producers of the Trinity Killer prequel series. Phillips even revealed that John Lithgow has agreed to come back and provide the inner voice of his younger self, much in the same way Michael C. Hall is doing for Dexter: Original Sin.

“We wrote the entire Trinity Killer series.

Exclusive: The Dexter Trinity Killer prequel series, following the makings of the notorious serial killer played by John Lithgow in the mothership series, remains “in development” at Paramount+ with Showtime and has come a long way since it was originally announced in early 2023 as being in the exploration stages, sources close to production tell Deadline.

Original Dexter showrunner Clyde Phillips and fellow Dexter veteran Scott Reynolds serve as co-creators and executive producers of the Trinity Killer spinoff prequel, we hear. They held a development room for the project earlier this spring. As scripts were being written, there were erroneous media reports that the project was not moving forward which was never the case, sources said.

Phillips shared an update on the Trinity Killer offshoot with Deadline while promoting Dexter: Original Sin in New York City earlier this month.

“We wrote the entire Trinity Killer series. At the moment, it is on the back burner,...

Is James Kennedy’s mother, Jacqueline Georgiou, trying to use his fame to further her own acting career? Vanderpump Rules fans believe they have spotted her in a Dexter prequel scene and have started chatting about it. So, is Jacqueline clout-chasing thanks to her son? Keep reading for more details.

James Kennedy’s Mom Using His Fame To Further Career?

Right now, James Kennedy is in very hot water. He was not part of the Vanderpump Rules Season 12 reboot and was let go along with all of the Og cast. James joined the show in Season 2 when he was hired as a busboy. His parents, Andros and Jacqueline Georgiou had been close to Lisa Vanderpump when they lived in London. James needed a job so his mom asked Lvp if he could work at Sur and the rest is history. He became a core cast member in Season 3 when he...

Sarah Michelle Gellar has her Buffy the Vampire Slayer family in mind.

The 47-year-old actress called Julie Benz, who starred in the original Dexter series for five seasons, about taking on a role in Dexter: Original Sin.

During a conversation with People, Sarah, who plays Tanya Martin in the prequel series, talked about calling up her co-star, who played Darla in Buffy.

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“We talked about it a lot,” she said. “She was Dexter’s girlfriend. She was Rita and she was the mother of Harrison – Dexter’s child.”

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“She’s very excited about it,” Sarah continued.

Julie played Darla on Buffy in the first, second and fifth seasons, and also starred in its spin-off, Angel, until 2004, before being cast on Dexter two years later.

As for the future of Buffy, Sarah recently suggested that she might be open to doing something.

The crime drama series Dexter originally aired on Showtime for eight seasons, from 2006 to 2013, then it was revived with a season called Dexter: New Blood in 2021, and now a prequel series called Dexter: Original Sin is airing on Showtime and the Paramount+ streaming service. Since the show takes place 15 years before the original show, it required a new cast to bring younger versions of the Dexter characters to life – and during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, actors James Martinez and Alex Shimizu revealed what it was like to take on the roles of Detective Angel Batista and forensics expert Vince Masuka.

Martinez follows in the footsteps of David Zayas to play Batista, and he told The Hollywood Reporter that he and Zayas knew each other from the New York theater community before he got the job on Dexter: Original Sin. “I’ve always been a fan of his stage work.

Dexter Morgan will be ringing in the new year with his Dark Passenger. And a few soon-to-be-dead bodies.

TVLine’s month-long #2025FirstLook series continues today with an exclusive sneak peek at an upcoming episode of Dexter: Original Sin. In Episode 6 titled “The Joy of Killing” (which starts streaming on Paramount+ With Showtime Friday, Jan. 10), Dexter begins to enjoy his new life at Miami Metro Pd… and the relief he gets from satisfying his urges. Reads the episode’s official logline, “Miami Metro is shaken by a kidnapping that hits close to home, as Dexter sets his sights on a...

In a spinoff-laden 2024 that even gave Scar from “The Lion King” a sneaky origin story, it’s no wonder that Showtime’s foremost serial killer is back for “Dexter: Original Sin.”

The new prequel series is streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime and — spoiler alert — begins by foreshadowing Michael C. Hall’s return as the clever antihero for the upcoming “Dexter: Resurrection” sequel series. That reveal puts even more pressure on “Original Sin” star Patrick Gibson to nail his rendition of the blood-thirsty title character at 20.

“When I saw this script, my initial thought was, ‘Dang, that’s going to be tough for the guy who has to play Dexter because that’s such a performance to follow,’” actress Molly Brown told IndieWire. “But Michael just wasn’t finished with the character, and the audience isn’t finished either. The only way you can do that is if both parties feel that way,...

[This story contains spoilers from Dexter and Dexter: New Blood.]

When Dexter: Original Sin viewers see the fedora and hear the giggle, they know who’s coming.

For eight seasons on the original Dexter, the audience of Showtime’s hit serial killer series became familiar with the main players on the Miami Metro Homicide team where Michael C. Hall’s starring Dexter Morgan worked. Two of those characters were Detective Angel Batista, played by David Zayas, and forensics expert Vince Masuka, played by C.S. Lee.

Prequel series Dexter: Original Sin, which arrived on Paramount+ last week, heads back to the 1990s to show how Dexter (played here by Patrick Gibson) became the blood splatter analyst by day and serial killer by night who viewers were introduced to in the 2006 series. James Martinez and Alex Shimizu take on the Batista and Masuka roles in the prequel, bringing back their signature fedora and giggle, respectively.

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From its thrilling highs to its confusing lows, "Dexter" remained one of the most arresting shows on television throughout its eight-season run thanks almost entirely to the colorful cast of serial killers that populated its fictional version of Miami, Florida. It's strange that the world of "Dexter" has not only concentrated several dozen of the strangest criminals to ever exist into one city but has multiple killers there who almost double the body count of the most deadly serial killer the country has ever seen.

To understand how wild the characters of "Dexter" truly were, we've gone over all eight seasons of the show's original run and its sequel miniseries, "Dexter: New Blood," to rank the top 10 deadliest serial killers to appear on the show. This includes all of its most dangerous and memorable characters, from those sociopaths who took lives...

[This story contains spoilers from the first three episodes of Dexter: Original Sin premiere.]

Three years after concluding with Dexter: New Blood, Showtime’s favorite serial killer is back in action with Dexter: Original Sin. The prequel series stars Patrick Gibson as a younger version of Dexter, with Michael C. Hall providing narration (and a surprising on-camera return as well). Set during Dexter’s earliest days working alongside Miami Metro, Original Sin comes packed with returning characters, tropes and Easter eggs aplenty for fans of the original show.

“We had this canon of lore from nine seasons of the show from which to draw,” Dexter franchise veteran and Original Sin showrunner Clyde Phillips told The Hollywood Reporter about the prequel series, which is three episodes into its 10-episode season. “If people like Easter eggs, this show is going to be an Easter egg hunt. We would write the shows and start shooting them. Someone would come in and say, ‘Oh gosh,...

Episode 3 of Dexter: Original Sin is hands-down the best of the series so far. Titled "Miami Vice", the episode continues creating tension as it introduces legacy character Maria Laguerta, exposes more revelations about Harry and Deb, and sees Dexter stalk, capture, and take down his second victim while attempting to navigate a love interest. In case you missed it, here's a detailed recap and review of what went down. Spoilers Below.

Maria Laguerta arrives at Miami Metro. Photo Credit: Patrick Wymore/Paramount+ with Showtime. Maria Laguerta makes an entrance at Miami Metro

It's been awesome to see Dexter character favorites in this prequel, such as Vince Masuka (Alex Shimizu) and Det. Angel Batista (James Martinez). Episode 3 ups the ante and shows us the moment when Maria Laguerta (Christina Milian) first arrived at Miami Metro.

She makes quite the entrance, right on the heels of the media frenzy around the Jimmy Powell case.

I don’t know about you guys, but I’ve been waiting on a Dexter prequel series since we were first introduced to the lovable anti-hero protagonist in 2006. As such, I’m super stoked to report to you that Dexter: Original Sin is righteously living up to the task. Though it’s early on in the series, it’s doing a bang-up job of satiating our curiosity to know more about Dexter’s life as a kid living with and learning to tame a “Dark Passenger”. Episode 2 takes us deeper into the vigilante serial killer’s young psyche and introduces us to more of his crucial first moments.

In the original series, we learn Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) is a top-notch blood spatter analyst for Miami Metro Homicide. He’s also a vigilante serial killer, who only takes out other killers. He’s lived with an urge for...

Waymond Lee, best known for his role in Comedy Central’s “Workaholics,” has died. He was 72.

TMZ was the first to report the news and received confirmation of Waymond Lee’s passing via his wife, Diane Lee, and his sister, Norine Lee. The actor died Dec. 18 after a long battle with Als, otherwise known as Lou Gerigs Disease, a nervous system affliction that breaks down the nerves in the body, causing the muscles to weaken.

Lee was first diagnosed with a brain disease in October but testing earlier this month revealed it was Als.

Waymond Lee appeared in 44 episodes of the Emmy-nominated comedy “Workaholics” as Waymond, an often silent and unassuming co-worker of the show’s main trio of odd-ball roommates. The workplace sitcom ran for 86 episodes from 2011-2017, and followed three southern Californian slackers played by Blake Anderson, Adam Devine and Anders Holm, who, as a collective, were waggishly labeled the “Workaholics.

The 47th annual celebration will honor Francis Ford Coppola, Bonnie Raitt, and more.

Welcome the new class of Kennedy Center Honorees! The 47th annual celebration, which honors luminaries across the arts, was held on Dec. 8 in Washington, D.C., but viewers around the country (and the world) will be able to watch the special broadcast live from home this Sunday, Dec. 22. Hosted by Queen Latifah, this year’s ceremony honors Francis Ford Coppola, Bonnie Raitt, the Grateful Dead, and more. The 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors will be broadcast on Dec. 22 on CBS. We recommend streaming the festivities live with a seven-day free trial to Paramount+ with Showtime.

How to watch The Kennedy Center Honors: When: Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. Et/8 p.m. Pt TV: CBS Stream: Watch live with a seven-day free trial of Paramount+ with Showtime. From anywhere: Watch with a subscription to a Vpn. Watch...

On Sunday December 22 2024, Parsho broadcasts Dexter: Original Sin!

Kid in a Candy Store Season 1 Episode 2 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Dexter: Original Sin,” titled “Kid in a Candy Store,” promises to bring excitement and tension to the screen. This episode will air on Parsho and will focus on Dexter’s new journey as a forensics intern at Miami Metro. Viewers will see how Dexter adapts to his role in the fast-paced world of crime scene investigation, where he must balance his past with his new responsibilities.

As Dexter navigates his internship, he faces challenges that test his skills and instincts. The pressure of working in such an environment may lead to unexpected situations that reveal more about his character. The episode is likely to explore how Dexter’s past influences his present actions and decisions, creating a mix of drama and intrigue.

On the other side, Deb...

On Sunday December 22 2024, Parsho broadcasts Dexter: Original Sin!

Miami Vice Season 1 Episode 3 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Dexter: Original Sin,” titled “Miami Vice,” promises to bring excitement and intrigue. In this episode, Dexter Morgan sets his sights on a dangerous loan shark who has connections to his past, specifically to Batista. This connection adds a layer of tension, as Dexter must navigate the complexities of his relationship with Batista while pursuing his target. The stakes are high, and viewers can expect some thrilling moments as Dexter works to eliminate this threat.

Meanwhile, Deb is busy planning a party aimed at winning over her volleyball teammates. This subplot highlights Deb’s social struggles and her desire to fit in with the group. The party serves as a backdrop for character development, showcasing Deb’s efforts to build connections and gain acceptance. It will be interesting to see how...

Det. Maria Laguerta has entered the chat.

In Episode 3 of Dexter: Original Sin, the ambitious future captain formerly portrayed by Lauren Velez takes her very first steps into the halls of Miami Metro Pd. While fans might be celebrating yet another franchise favorite’s return, Captain Spencer feels otherwise. Seconds after she enters, he reads a quote she gave the Miami Herald where she clocks the amount of homicide cases that have “slipped through the cracks.” Spencer says Maria’s been sent by the commissioner to “clean things up,” and needless to say, he’s not happy to have her sticking around.

Over the years, we’ve welcomed and then lost a bunch of sci-fi and fantasy shows. Some of them were canceled way too soon, leaving us with a lot of questions. A lot of these deserve to make a comeback in some sort of way.

Sometimes shows actually do come back. Series like Night Court and Dexter are getting revivals (and prequels) while shows like Matlock and Hawaii Five-o are getting or have had reboots happen. It’s rare that the sci-fi and fantasy genres get the same treatment, though, and this is the genre with some of the best storytelling.

Here are five such series that deserve to make a comeback, and one of them is from 2024.

Quantum Leap

Okay, Quantum Leap actually did get to come back. The two-season reboot of the 1980s sci-fi series was, in fact, a revival. It honored the Og series through the use...

For his second murderous outing, Dexter Morgan takes the alias of Patrick Bateman, one of the most infamous serial killers in fiction. The second and third episodes of Dexter: Original Sin mostly center around Dex’s unofficial investigation into a loan shark named Tony Ferrer, aka Handsome Tony, who kills his debtors when they fail to pay him back. And while Dex is looking for evidence against Tony so he can satisfy his code, the episodes make short visits to the past where, through several flashbacks, we get to know how Tony’s adoptive father Harry met his biological mother, Laura Moser. In the present day, Miami Metro is also investigating the kidnapping of Judge Powell’s young son, Jimmy, who was abducted on his way back home from school. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at all the important events of Dexter: Original Sin episodes 2 and...

Jennifer Carpenter should be proud. Her character that audiences fell in love with over Dexter’s nine-season run is in good f–king hands.

In the second episode of Dexter: Original Sin, the foul-mouthed Debra Morgan (Molly Brown) is as angsty as ever, but with good reason. While Dexter starts his fancy new internship, Deb is feeling on the outs of her familial trio, expressing her feelings in the only way she knows how: with curse words. She tells a friend: “My dad and my brother are so far up each other’s asses, they don’t even know I exist!

Television has long been a mirror for society, reflecting its struggles, triumphs, and evolving norms.

In the past, shows like All in the Family and The Jeffersons addressed social issues with a deft touch, blending humor, drama, and raw honesty to create stories that resonated deeply.

These weren’t just messages wrapped in a script; they were authentic depictions of life, sparking conversations while still entertaining.

Charlie and Brian – Shrinking (Apple TV+)

Today, representation on TV has grown exponentially, with efforts to include diverse voices and perspectives.

But as these efforts increase, so does the challenge of balancing authenticity with intention.

Too often, stories now seem designed to meet quotas rather than create characters that truly connect with viewers. The result? Narratives that can feel rushed, hollow, or even alienating.

Representation was groundbreaking in the golden age of socially conscious TV because it felt organic.

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In the original Dexter series, Maria Laguerta and Angel Batista made for one divisive on-screen pairing. Some fans loved to see the good lieutenant and the otherwise-unlucky-in-love detective fall into each other’s arms halfway through the series, while others might’ve groaned at the predictability of their pairing… and the messy aftermath. Could it be, though, that they were fated to hook up in the events of the original show simply because they’d been there before? Judging by the set up in Dexter: Original Sin‘s latest episode, “Miami Vice,” it sure seems that way. The third episode in the Paramount+ with Showtime prequel series introduces audiences to Maria Laguerta as she first sets foot in Miami-Metro Police Department with a massive chip on her shoulder — much to the chagrin of the current captain (Patrick Dempsey). “The force was against her… There’s no silver spoon in her mouth.

[Warning: The following post contains spoilers for Dexter: Original Sin Episodes 2 and 3, “Kid in a Candy Store” and “Miami Vice.”] You know the one. There’s a scene in Dexter that’s so disturbing it makes everything about Dexter Morgan suddenly make sense. Here he is, a two-year-old child who’s been left for dead and screaming in a pool of his own mother’s blood after watching her be dismembered by the cartel. He’s found and instantly adopted by Harry Morgan, who tries to provide him with a safe and loving home, but the trauma has already been tattooed on the boy’s heart and mind. Dexter fans have seen flashes of this scene so many times, and it looks like that moment may come back into play in a big way in Dexter: Original Sin — and possibly with a new detail we haven’t seen before. In Episode 2 of the Paramount+ with Showtime prequel series,...

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“Dexter: Original Sin,” has become Showtime’s most streamed premiere in history with more than 2.1 million global cross-platform viewers, according to internal data from Paramount+.

The drama series, which comes from showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips, is also the most socialed premiere for the network ever, with 657,000 interactions.

The title for Showtime’s most-streamed premiere was previously held by “Yellowackets” Season 2, which brought in 1.3 million viewers in its debut last year.

“Dexter: Original Sin” is a prequel series that follows Dexter (Patrick Gibson) in 1991 Miami as he transitions from student to avenging serial killer. Original “Dexter” star Michael C. Hall narrates the action.

“When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness,” the logline states. “With the guidance of his father,...

Hey, Dexter fans! How are you feeling about the new prequel series, Dexter: Original Sin so far? The first episode and show debuted last week on Paramount+ and Showtime. This means that we have new episodes to look forward to. This time around it's not one, but two!

Dexter: Original Sin will release episodes 2 and 3 this week. So you've got a back-to-back premiere this weekend. Now depending on whether you choose to watch the killer series on streaming or on television, there's two different release dates for you.

The new episodes drop Friday, Dec. 20, 2024 on Paramount+, while those of you who watch on Showtime will have to wait until Sunday, Dec. 22 at 10 p.m. Et. So the start time is going to be the same, you'll just have to sit for an extra hour-ish for the second episode, which begins at 10:47 p.m. Et.

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Deadline reports that David Zayas (Dexter) has joined the cast of Edgar Wright’s The Running Man. The report states that Zayas plays a character named Richard Manuel.

Glen Powell (Twisters) stars in The Running Man as Ben Richards, a “desperate man, needing money for his sick daughter, who joins the most popular show, The Running Man, in which teams of killers hunt down contestants. The longer that a contestant survives, the more money that person makes. But as the game show’s producers and killers will find out, this desperate man will break all the rules and expose the show’s dark secrets.” In addition to Powell and Zayas, the rest of the cast includes Josh Brolin (Avengers: Endgame), Katy O’Brian (Love Lies Bleeding), Lee Pace (Foundation), Daniel Ezra (All American), William H. Macy (Shameless), Michael Cera (Scott Pilgrim), Emilia Jones (Coda), and Jayme Lawson (The Batman).

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Exclusive: David Zayas has joined the cast of Edgar Wright’s Paramount feature The Running Man, based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King that the author first published under the pseudonym Richard Bachman. He portrays Richard Manuel, sources close to production tell Deadline.

He joins the previously announced cast of Glen Powell, Josh Brolin, Katy O’Brian, Daniel Ezra, Lee Pace, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones, Jayme Lawson and William H. Macy.

The Running Man is set in an oppressive future where the government controls the media. The story follows Ben Richards (Powell) as he volunteers to participate in a deadly game show, which will see him hunted by professional killers over 30 days. Should he survive, he’ll win a cash prize that will help save his sick child and lift his family out of a horrid living situation.

Edgar Wright is directing the project and...

It sounds like Sarah Michelle Gellar might be willing to sharpen some stakes and rejoin the battle against the creatures of the night after all.

There's been talk of a Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot in some form or another for over a decade at this stage, but last year, we learned that the latest attempt to revive the franchise featuring a Black lead from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. scribe Monica Owusu-Breen had been put on pause.

Whether that series or some other incarnation of Buffy ever sees the light of day remains to be seen, but one person who could turn out to be the deciding factor is the actress who played Buffy Summers herself.

Gellar has previously dismissed the idea of returning as Buffy for any proposed revival of the show.

"I'm not," said Gellar when asked if she'd be open to returning for...

Sarah Michelle Gellar knows a thing or two about viscera. Or at least some of her past characters like Buffy Summers and Kristin Ramsey do. In Dexter: Original Sin, Gellar dives back into the world of blood as Tanya Martin, the CSI Chief of Miami Metro Pd. Tanya explains to newfound intern Dexter Morgan that “spatter matters,” a bit of knowledge the serial killer-in-training takes to heart.

Gellar, a “huge” fan of the original series, tells TVLine that playing a new character that carries so much weight in the series’ lore was a big pull that got her interested...

Sarah Michelle Gellar has made an interesting discovery, and that discovery has led her to finally reconcile herself to the reality of a possible ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ return. It’s possible that seeing the fan reaction to the news of ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’s’ return has made her open up to the potential of having another ‘Buffy.’

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When you have something special and beautiful, you wouldn’t want to ruin it or tire people out with it, right?

As a fan, there are movies and TV shows I wish was left alone when it ended, and there are others I wish constantly to come online to news of a sequel, a reboot or even a spinoff.

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In an unexpected twist, the Dexter franchise is reviving its complicated lead character with the release of “Dexter: Original Sin,” a prequel series that revisits Dexter Morgan’s origins. This series, currently available on Paramount+ with Showtime, takes viewers back to 1991, detailing Dexter’s early transition into the infamous Bay Harbor Butcher.

Showrunner Clyde Phillips, who also wrote the disputed finale of “Dexter: New Blood,” has created a gripping twist that brings Dexter back to life after his apparent death in the previous season. Contrary to the assumptions made by “New Blood,” in which his estranged son kills Dexter, the prequel shows that he lives. The first episode depicts Dexter being rescued from the woods and transferred to a hospital, opening the way for a more in-depth investigation of his background.

The series follows a young Dexter, played by Patrick Gibson, as he approaches his college graduation—a pivotal moment...

Michael C. Hall has won us over by playing dark and unconventional characters like David Fisher from Six Feet Under and the anti-hero, Dexter Morgan. His journey has been nothing short of iconic, and his talent has earned him worldwide recognition.

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Fame, awards, and critical acclaim aren’t the only things that came with his titular role in Dexter, but they also brought him hefty paychecks. So, let’s dive into how much Showtime valued the man who brought our favorite twisted vigilante to life.

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The show Dexter first aired in 2006, and no one could’ve predicted the cultural impact it would have. It chronicled the life of Dexter Morgan, a blood-spatter analyst based in Miami who lives a double life as a vigilante serial killer. The concept turned out...

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Dexter officially wrapped over a decade ago, complete with a polarizing series finale that saw the character starting over. The story continued years later with a sequel series, Dexter: New Blood, in 2021. Now, the award-winning show’s received the prequel treatment, with Showtime going back to the Nineties to tell the serial killer’s bloody origin story with Dexter: Original Sin, now streaming on Paramount+.

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The Reagans went out on a high note.

CBS is reporting that Friday’s Blue Bloods series finale averaged 6.7 million total viewers (according to VideoAmp Overnight data; Paramount is not contracted with Nielsen this TV season). That marks a Season 14 high for the family/cop drama, including the 10 episodes that aired February through May; a second straight week of growth (+11%); and a 3% increase over May’s mid-season finale.

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During a recent episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, Christian Slater and Sarah Michelle Gellar sat down with host Drew Barrymore to discuss their new show, Dexter: Original Sin. At one point during the interview, Barrymore asked Gellar if she'd be open to returning for a Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. Of course, this question got the audience immediately clapping as they awaited her response.

This wasn't the first time that Gellar was asked this question. When she was asked about a Buffy reboot in the past, she pretty much shut down the idea.

Plot: Miami, 1991. When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, young Dexter Morgan must learn to channel his inner darkness as he transitions from student to avenging serial killer with the guidance of his father, Harry.

Review: Fans have loved Dexter since it premiered on Showtime in 2006. Running for eight seasons and ninety-six episodes, the serial killer series ended as the most-watched finale in Showtime history when it aired in 2013. Eight years later, the series was revived as the limited series Dexter: New Blood, which concluded with the death of Michael C. Hall’s Dexter Morgan. Now, showrunner Clyde Phillips brings back the character yet again for the prequel Dexter: Original Sin, a ten-episode look back at the formative years of the blood splatter technician for the Miami Police, who also happens to be a serial killer. Boasting a retro-90s vibe and a cast that includes Christian Slater,...

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Dexter fans are in for a treat as a prequel to the show, Dexter: Original Sin, has premiered on Paramount+ with Showtime. The show delves into the backstory of the forensic blood spatter analyst, portraying how he turned into a serial killer.

The mystery crime drama features a young Dexter Morgan, played by Patrick Gibson, who replaces Michael C. Hall from the original series. Here is all you need to know about the number of episodes and release schedule of Dexter: Original Sin.

Dexter: Original Sin: When Do New Episodes Release?

Dexter: Original Sin premiered on Paramount+ with Showtime on Friday, December 13th, 2024. The show is all set to feature 10 episodes, which will be broadcast weekly on Fridays. The finale is slated to be released on February 14th, 2025.

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An untitled new Guy Ritchie series starring Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren; espionage thriller The Agency featuring Michael Fassbender and Richard Gere; The Madison, a new spinoff in Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone universe with Michelle Pfeiffer; Ella Purnell-starring Sweetpea; and the return of America’s favorite serial killer in prequel series Dexter: Original Sin as well as Dexter: Resurrection are just some examples of the high-profile content coming to SkyShowtime in 2025.

The streaming joint venture between Comcast and Paramount Global unveiled its slate for the new year, including new and exclusive series, local originals, and first-run Hollywood films, on Monday.

By the end of 2024, the streamer will have delivered 20 originals across its more than 20 markets, with a further 10 SkyShowtime originals set to hit the platform in 2025. Among them are the Feb. 9-debuting docuseries Schmeichel, chronicling the highs and lows of iconic Danish soccer goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel, and...

Fans of the beloved series “Dexter” can rejoice, as the prequel “Dexter: Original Sin” has officially aired on Paramount+. This new show closely examines Dexter Morgan’s early upbringing, blending nostalgia with new perspectives.

Patrick Gibson portrays a young Dexter, and Michael C. Hall returns to narrate the story. Showrunner Clyde Phillips characterizes the series as an “Easter egg hunt” for die-hard fans, who will find references to the original show’s deep nine-season history.

The first episode immediately demonstrates its relationship to the original series. It recreates iconic components, including a nearly exact rendition of the original opening titles. Viewers will witness Dexter’s earliest moves toward becoming a serial killer, including his trademark spinning on a lab chair.

Dexter’s first kill is a pivotal sequence in the episode, which fans first saw in the original series “Popping Cherry.” This new series builds on that moment, revealing Dexter...