Dexter: Resurrection

Dexter: Resurrection marks the third revival of the iconic Showtime series, and surprisingly, it's the most satisfying since the Trinity Killer arc. Picking up weeks after New Blood, Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) awakens from a coma in a New York hospital, having miraculously survived being shot by his son, Harrison. From there, the show dives into familiar territory - but with a fresh setting, sharper writing, and a darker emotional core.

Michael C. Hall is magnetic as ever. This isn't the Dexter of Miami Metro or Iron Lake - he's older, more haunted, and emotionally raw. Hall brings a tempered intensity to the role, balancing sardonic wit with genuine pathos. His internal monologues are back, but they're more reflective, less performative. The show leans into Dexter's weariness, making his return feel earned rather than forced.

The New York setting is a smart move. The city's anonymity and chaos offer Dexter both cover and temptation. He takes up work as a rideshare driver, blending into the urban sprawl while quietly hunting predators. The cinematography captures the grit and pulse of the city, and the soundtrack - featuring moody tracks like Nick Cave's "Red Right Hand" - adds to the show's eerie atmosphere.

The supporting cast is stacked. Peter Dinklage plays Leon Prater, a billionaire with a twisted obsession for serial killers. Uma Thurman is his enigmatic enforcer, Charley - cool, lethal, and captivating. Guest stars like Krysten Ritter, Neil Patrick Harris, Eric Stonestreet, and David Dastmalchian play members of a secret society of killers, each bringing a unique flavor to the chaos. Their scenes are some of the most entertaining and disturbing in the series.

Jack Alcott returns as Harrison, now working as a bellhop in Midtown. His arc is quietly heartbreaking - a young man trying to outrun his father's legacy while slowly succumbing to the same darkness. His scenes are filled with tension and emotional weight, especially as he begins to show signs of inherited trauma and compulsive behavior.

Angel Batista (David Zayas) also returns, adding a nostalgic yet foreboding presence. His pursuit of Dexter adds a layer of suspense that longtime fans will appreciate. The tension between old friends turned adversaries is palpable, and it's clear Batista won't let go easily.

Showrunner Clyde Phillips, who helmed the best seasons of the original series, brings a steady hand to Resurrection. The writing is tighter, the pacing more deliberate. The show doesn't shy away from its past - it embraces it, flaws and all. It's self-aware, occasionally pulpy, and often emotionally resonant.

Yes, there are plot conveniences and moments that stretch believability. But Dexter has always thrived in that space between logic and lunacy. What matters is that the story feels alive again - messy, macabre, and meaningful.

Final Verdict: 10/10 Dexter: Resurrection is a bold, bloody, and brilliantly executed revival. It honors the original while carving out something new. Whether you're a longtime fan or just diving in, this season is a must-watch. Dexter's back - and he's never been sharper.

I am a big fan of Dexter Universe, so I was disappointed (again) with the conclusion of Dexter New blood. They did the same mistake like in the original Dexter. On the other hand they made something interesting and fresh with Dexter Original Sin.

So consequently, here we are. Dexter Resurrection looks pretty good. Back to some of the original story and characters. It looks pretty good to see old faces again, mixed with new ones (Uma Thurman). To add, New York has a lot of potential to explore and create something great.

So, the two first episodes are pretty good. If you're a fan of Dexter Universe, you'll be not disappointed.

When I say dexters back I mean back like we wished they would do. Obviously you know he is back but I mean in all of its glory and more. I have never been so happy for a reboot while so happy about the results of it. There's no way you reading this and don't already know and came here to give it's approval. From the biggest fan boy to the biggest thanks to the team and of course Michael c. Hall. I hope they never play a stupid stunt with his character again. He should be doing this for Another 7-9 seasons. Can't wait to start rewatching this season like I did all my other favorite seasons. The dokes season/ Bay harbor butcher (less the gross debs and old guy thing that makes my skin crawl to this day. Slimy spit filled kisses *barf face). The Lumen season 5.. so on. I can Invision myself now being able to enjoy new blood knowing they were not trying to replace Dexter with a rebellious piss and vinegar hot topic tween dexter wannabee. What a silly mistake those writers had in doing that before Dexter (Michael) and the fans injected the producers with reality and some smelling salts.

I hate waiting for Thursday's midnight to watch Friday's release of new episodes. Let's keep are fingers crossed they do over 12 episodes for this season. Or go even full savage mode and give us summer and winter season releases of seasons like game of thrones did randomly.

I hope producers read our approval of their work. They should consider even doing a side story and a different intersecting show like a multiverse where the come to get her with Lumen who dexter trained and is alive and ready to be written into her own vigilante serial killer show following Dexters Code because once she got the taste for blood she couldn't stay away in the mundane marriage life she went back to. The name of the show could be the blood is calling or something. Convos and winks of Dexter doing work as she trys to one day catch up to him. It could spawn a whole never ending legacy. Crime junkies everywhere who watch serial killer documentaries and know of the not so known or famous female serial killers in history. Would just be a fresh spin where we see the types of killers she stalks the rough they eyes of a female. The writers/ producers of this show could really open up a new world of TV serie creation not yet done.

Guess we'll have to stay tuned.

Dexter: Resurrection brings our favorite serial killer back and I'm here for it! I missed Dexter so much and was so excited to hear that it was getting revived for this series, especially with the way New Blood ended. Dexter is easily one of my favorite shows of all-time and one of the few shows I can watch all the way through several times over without getting bored. Dexter: New Blood was actually a pretty good show right up until the ending and Dexter: Original Sin was terrific from beginning to end. Now we have Dexter: Resurrection. So far it's the Dexter we've all come to love. I'd absolutely recommend this to any Dexter fans just to see Michael C. Hall back as Dexter. That's worth watching alone and again, the show itself is really good. Let's just all pray they don't botch the ending like they did with Dexter and New Blood.

Oh my god, I absolutely love it-this sequel, Dexter: New Blood, has evolved into such a rich, gripping, and emotionally layered masterpiece. What began as a long-awaited revival turned into something far beyond expectations. The storytelling is more mature, the character development-especially Dexter's complex inner conflict-is deeper, and the darker, more introspective tone gives it a refined edge. It's not just a sequel-it's a resurrection in every sense. They didn't just bring Dexter back-they gave his story new weight, emotional stakes, and a powerful legacy. It's beautiful, haunting, and everything a continuation should be. I'm genuinely blown away.