The highly anticipated series premiere of "Dexter: Resurrection" has finally arrived on Paramount+, and fans of the original show are in for a treat. Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for the first episode of the new season.
When news of "Dexter: Resurrection" was announced at San Diego Comic-Con, many fans were left wondering how the show could continue after the dramatic finale of "Dexter: New Blood." In the 2022 finale, Dexter was left bleeding out in the cold after being shot by his own son, and showrunner Clyde Phillips even confirmed that "Dexter is dead." However, it seems that was all a ruse.
Michael C. Hall, who plays Dexter, hinted at the character’s survival in an interview with Variety, mentioning the freezing cold as a possible factor in his survival. And indeed, the series premiere of "Resurrection" picks up with Dexter in the hospital after miraculously surviving "catastrophic blood loss."
The episode flashes forward 10 weeks, with Dexter still unresponsive in the hospital. He has surreal encounters with ghosts from his past, including Arthur Mitchell, Miguel, Harry, and Sergeant Doakes. These encounters serve as a haunting reminder of Dexter’s dark past and the consequences of his actions.
Eventually, Dexter wakes up and learns that he was in a coma for 10 weeks. The doctors attribute his survival to the cold weather, which slowed his heart rate and lessened the blood loss. With a witty remark about his luck in getting shot in freezing weather, Dexter is officially back in action.
The episode sets the stage for an intriguing new chapter in Dexter’s story, with hints of redemption and resurrection. Fans can expect more twists and turns as Dexter navigates his way through a world that still remembers his past deeds.
Overall, "Dexter: Resurrection" promises to be a thrilling continuation of the beloved series, with Michael C. Hall once again delivering a captivating performance as everyone’s favorite serial killer with a heart. Don’t miss out on this gripping new chapter in Dexter’s journey, now streaming on Paramount+.
