Goosebumps, soundtrack, voice... it's all there. This premiere episode delivers a potent dose of Dexter nostalgia, capturing the essence of the original series while carving its own unique path. The cast is brilliant, particularly the actors portraying young Deb and Masuka. They absolutely nail the mannerisms and energy of their older counterparts. That Masuka casting is scary good. He seems like the original actor every time he's on screen, it's crazy.
The opening scene immediately grabs you, and the updated intro, while featuring a slightly jarring crunch sound effect, is a welcome return to form. The episode isn't without its flaws. Some of the CGI, particularly the snowy police car, is distractingly bad. The licensed music choices, while period-appropriate, feel a little overdone and at times clash with the show's established tone. The added storyline about Harry's deceased son, while intriguing, feels a bit like an unnecessary retcon.
Despite these minor quibbles, the premiere successfully rekindles the dark magic of Dexter. Patrick Gibson captures Dexter's awkwardness and simmering darkness, while Molly Brown's Deb is a firecracker, perfectly embodying the character's brash energy. The first kill scene, a clever reimagining of Dexter's origin story, is both brutal and darkly comedic.
Overall, "Dexter: Original Sin" is off to a strong start. It's a promising return to the world of Dexter Morgan, and I'm eager to see where the season goes from here. It felt very much like like good old classic Dexter episodes.
