Fans of the beloved series “Dexter” can rejoice, as the prequel “Dexter: Original Sin” has officially aired on Paramount+. This new show closely examines Dexter Morgan’s early upbringing, blending nostalgia with new perspectives.
Patrick Gibson portrays a young Dexter, and Michael C. Hall returns to narrate the story. Showrunner Clyde Phillips characterizes the series as an “Easter egg hunt” for die-hard fans, who will find references to the original show’s deep nine-season history.
The first episode immediately demonstrates its relationship to the original series. It recreates iconic components, including a nearly exact rendition of the original opening titles. Viewers will witness Dexter’s earliest moves toward becoming a serial killer, including his trademark spinning on a lab chair.
Dexter’s first kill is a pivotal sequence in the episode, which fans first saw in the original series “Popping Cherry.” This new series builds on that moment, revealing Dexter’s raw and unrefined approach to his dark desires. His first murder of Nurse Mary demonstrates his early errors, such as discarding her body in a swamp and retaining her earrings as mementos. These actions paved the way for his subsequent, more meticulous tactics.
The show also features known characters from the original series. James Martinez portrays a younger Angel Batista with his distinctive tropical outfits. Alex Shimizu plays a younger Vince Masuka with a full head of hair in a lighthearted homage to long-time supporters.
Family dynamics are essential to the story, which stars Christian Slater as Detective Harry Morgan. Molly Brown plays a role similar to Jennifer Carpenter’s Debra, which adds complexity to Dexter’s early background and fight with his “dark passenger.”
For fans of the current “Dexter: New Blood,” the new series acknowledges Dexter’s controversial death at the hands of his son Harrison. Fans may expect more development of this plot in the upcoming “Dexter: Resurrection,” which will premiere this summer.
With ten episodes in its debut season, “Dexter: Original Sin” promises an in-depth look at one of television’s most complicated anti-heroes. It provides a fascinating experience for both old fans and newcomers, delving deeply into the beginnings of Dexter Morgan.
