Dexter: New Blood (2021)

Overview

Overview of the series "Dexter: New Blood"

"Dexter: New Blood" is a limited continuation series of the cult show "Dexter", released in 2021. The events take place 10 years after the finale of the original series. Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) now lives under the assumed name Jim Lindsay in the fictional town of Iron Lake, New York. He tries to suppress his "Dark Passenger" and lead a quiet life, working as a salesman in a local hunting goods store. However, his son Harrison (Jack Alcott), whom Dexter left in Argentina, finds his father, and their reunion awakens old instincts. When people start disappearing in town, Dexter is forced to return to his dark deeds, while trying to protect his son and keep his secret.

The series received positive reviews from critics for returning to form after the controversial finale of the original show. It consists of 10 episodes.

Franchise chronology

The "Dexter" franchise includes several series, which should be watched in this order:

• "Dexter" (2006–2013) — the original series, 8 seasons, 96 episodes. Dexter Morgan is a blood spatter analyst by day, a serial killer by night, who hunts other killers.
• "Dexter: New Blood" (2021) — limited continuation series, 1 season, 10 episodes. Events 10 years after the original finale.
• "Dexter: Original Sin" (2024) — prequel, 1 season, 10 episodes. Tells the story of young Dexter at the beginning of his career. (Canceled after the first season)
• "Dexter: Resurrection" (2025) — continuation of "New Blood", 1 season (10 episodes) released in 2025, 2nd season in production. Dexter returns to New York.