Fans of Dexter are in for a treat as the iconic show returns with a prequel series titled Dexter: Original Sin. Set to delve into the early years of Dexter Morgan, this series promises to answer questions about the origins of Dexter’s “Dark Passenger” and show how a seemingly normal young man transforms into a serial killer with a twisted sense of justice.
Release Date and Where to Watch
Dexter: Original Sin will premiere on streaming and on-demand on Friday, December 13, 2024, exclusively for Paramount+ subscribers with the Showtime plan. It will then make its on-air debut in the US on Sunday, December 15, 2024. The prequel season will consist of 10 episodes, offering fans a deep dive into Dexter’s early years.
Plot Overview
The new series takes place in 1991, about 15 years before the original Dexter series that premiered in 2006.
The plot revolves around Dexter as a young adult, exploring his journey from an innocent student to a vengeful killer. Fans will witness Dexter’s time as a forensic intern at the Miami Metro Police Department, where he works alongside his adoptive father, Harry Morgan, who is a detective. This internship marks the beginning of Dexter’s exposure to the crime scene, leading him down a dark path.
The central theme of Dexter: Original Sin focuses on Dexter’s struggle to control his urges and eventually channel them through the code taught by his father, Harry. Known as “The Code of Harry,” this moral guideline instructs Dexter to only kill those who deserve it—criminals who have escaped justice.
The series will also explore key aspects of Dexter’s development, including his first experience with killing and the creation of his “Kill Room” and the ritual of collecting blood slides.
Cast and Characters
Patrick Gibson stars as the young Dexter Morgan, portraying the character as he starts to grapple with his growing bloodthirsty urges. Michael C. Hall will return as the voice of Dexter’s inner monologue, narrating the story, while Christian Slater takes on the role of Harry Morgan, Dexter’s adoptive father, who helps guide Dexter’s transformation.
Other notable cast members include:
- Molly Brown as Dexter’s sister, Debra Morgan
- Sarah Michelle Gellar as Tanya Martin, a new character for the series
- Patrick Dempsey as Aaron Spencer, Captain of the Miami Metro Homicide
- Christina Milian as Maria LaGuerta
- James Martinez as Angel Batista
With a mix of new and returning characters, the show aims to expand on Dexter’s origins and provide context for some of the characters fans already know and love from the original series.
Trailer and Teaser Insights
The teaser for Dexter: Original Sin debuted at San Diego Comic-Con and gives viewers a glimpse of what to expect. It features Michael C. Hall’s iconic voice narrating: “I’m a killer, but I wasn’t born this way. I was made.” The teaser hints at Dexter’s dual life—trying to live as a typical student while wrestling with the overwhelming urge to kill.
Watch the Dexter: Original Sin Trailer (2024)
This series will also provide insight into Dexter’s complex relationship with his adoptive father, who, despite his law enforcement background, helps Dexter channel his darkness in a twisted attempt to “do good.”
What to Expect
Dexter: Original Sin promises to bring fans an emotional rollercoaster filled with the dark tension that made the original series so captivating. Expect to see the young Dexter at his forensics internship, the formation of his infamous “Kill Room,” and the emergence of his ritual of collecting blood slides—practices that become central to his identity as the Bay Harbor Butcher.
The prequel also delves into Harry Morgan’s struggle to come to terms with his adopted son’s urges. As Dexter grows closer to those around him, including his sister Debra, the show will explore his struggle to keep his dark side hidden while trying to fit in as a regular young adult.
Conclusion
With Dexter: Original Sin, fans will be able to witness the formative moments that shaped Dexter Morgan into the antihero we know today. From his first kill to his development of The Code, this prequel series is set to answer many questions left from the original series while introducing viewers to a younger version of their favorite dark character.
Be sure to catch it on Paramount+ when it premieres in December 2024!
