TV Review : Dexter Resurrection (2025)

By Kyle Muha

The original run of Dexter aired from 2006–2013 and built a devoted, almost cult-like fanbase. But its finale left viewers with more questions than answers, and it felt like we never got the closure we wanted for such a layered character. For years it seemed like Dexter was done for good—until 2021 brought us Dexter: New Blood.

New Blood gave fans a chance to welcome Dexter back into their lives and finally see what became of him after all those years. The story centered on his complicated relationship with his son, Harrison—a son he never raised—and whether they could ever form a real family, all while Dexter tried to keep his “Dark Passenger” under control.

The mini-series was decent, but the real excitement came from simply having Dexter back on screen. Then in 2024, Dexter: Original Sin arrived as a prequel exploring how a young Dexter first learned to cope with the darkness inside him and how Harry taught him the Code. It was a fun angle, but without Michael C. Hall, it lacked that unmistakable spark.

Which brings us to 2025 and Dexter: Resurrection. For the first time in years, it genuinely feels like the original series fans fell in love with. The show picks up after New Blood, but this version of Dexter feels far more like the character we remember. It gets back to the heart of what made the series great—Dexter navigating his morally twisted but oddly justified killings while trying to maintain the fragile balance of family and friendship.

Where Resurrection really shines is in its villains. They’re compelling, detestable, and the kind of characters you wantto see end up on Dexter’s table—while still rooting for him to repair the strained father–son relationship that weighed so heavily in New Blood. Harrison is a strong counterpart this time around, and his arc becomes just as engaging as Dexter’s.

Fans of the original series will find plenty that feels familiar, and it’s incredibly refreshing to see Dexter back in his prime, doing what he does best.