However, fans were shocked by how the main premise of Dexter: Resurrection was set up, as the focal point of the entire series was built through a surprising cameo of a returning legacy character.

Two key actors from the Dexter prequel series, Dexter: Original Sin, make appearances in Dexter: Resurrection, the second sequel show and third spinoff of the celebrated TV franchise. Resurrection premiered its first two episodes exclusively on Paramount+ on Friday, July 11, 2025.

Dexter: Resurrection will see the return of another Miami Metro detective who may be called in to take Dexter down.

Dexter Resurrection' stars Michael C. Hall, Jack Alcott and David Zayas break down episode 1 of the Paramount+ with Showtime series.

Half a decade ago, his son shot him through the heart. And yet, Dexter Morgan is alive and killing again — this time in 'Dexter: Resurrection.'

"It's one of my favorite scenes I've ever gotten to play in the show," the franchise star tells The Hollywood Reporter about that climactic faceoff in the 'Dexter: Resurrection' series premiere.

I totally get people’s frustration with how that season ended. I think it made narrative sense for the character to put himself into this self-imposed exile. Maybe the way it happened

"A Beating Heart..." is a fan-filled and solid introduction to a series with much promise. While it’s heavily built up on cameos in the way Marvel tries

Dexter: Resurrection actor Michael C. Hall has explained how the character's favorite book, American Psycho, influenced him.

Check out which key characters are making their comeback in the much-awaited 'Dexter: Resurrection'. Be prepared for some bonus cameos, too!