Dexter (2006)
Miami's most meticulous blood spatter analyst harbors a chilling secret — and a code that makes him the most dangerous predator in the city.
Dexter - Series Information
- Original Title: Dexter
- First Air Year: 2006
- Last Air Year: 2013
- Created by: James Manos Jr.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 60 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 8
- Number of Episodes: 96
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Spanish
- First Air Date: October 1, 2006 (United States - TV-MA), October 1, 2006 (Canada - 18+), October 1, 2006 (United Kingdom - 18), October 1, 2006 (Germany - 18), October 1, 2006 (France - 12), October 1, 2006 (India - A), October 1, 2006 (New Zealand - 16), October 1, 2006 (Australia - MA 15+), October 1, 2006 (Brazil - 18), October 1, 2006 (Mexico - C), October 1, 2006 (Italy - VM14), October 1, 2006 (Spain - 18), October 1, 2006 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Showtime
- Alternative Titles: Правосудие Декстера (RU), Декстер (BG), 双面法医 (CN), デクスター (JP)
- Production Companies: Showtime Networks, John Goldwyn Productions, The Colleton Company, Clyde Phillips Productions, Devilina Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America
Dexter - Plot
Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter pattern analyst for the Miami Metro Police also leads a secret life as a serial killer, hunting down criminals who have slipped through the cracks of justice.
Dexter - Trailer
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A serial killer with a heart..... just pray it's not yours.
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Dexter - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- James Manos Jr.
Main Cast
- Michael C. Hall
- Jennifer Carpenter
- David Zayas
- James Remar
- C. S. Lee
- Luna Lauren Vélez
- Desmond Harrington
- Julie Benz
- Christina Robinson
- Geoff Pierson
Writers
- Scott Buck
- Tim Schlattmann
- Lauren Gussis
- Melissa Rosenberg
- Wendy West
Executive Producers
- John Goldwyn
- Daniel Cerone
- Clyde Phillips
- Charles H. Eglee
- Melissa Rosenberg
Dexter - FAQs
Where can you stream Dexter online?
Dexter is available to stream on Paramount+ (including via Apple TV Channel, Amazon Channel, and Roku Premium Channel), fuboTV, and Spectrum On Demand. Episodes can also be purchased through Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. The Roku Channel offers ad-supported viewing.
Is Dexter based on a book or true story?
Dexter is based on the novel Darkly Dreaming Dexter (2004) by Jeff Lindsay, the first in his long-running Dexter book series. The character and premise are entirely fictional, though the show draws on real forensic science concepts and Miami's crime landscape for authenticity.
Who plays Dexter Morgan in the series?
Michael C. Hall portrays Dexter Morgan across all eight seasons. The principal cast also includes Jennifer Carpenter as Debra Morgan, David Zayas as Angel Batista, James Remar as Harry Morgan, C. S. Lee as Vince Masuka, Luna Lauren Vélez as Maria LaGuerta, and Julie Benz as Rita Bennett.
How many seasons and episodes does Dexter have?
Dexter ran for 8 seasons on Showtime, comprising 96 episodes in total. Each of the eight main seasons contains 12 episodes. The series premiered on October 1, 2006, and concluded in 2013. A sequel limited series, Dexter: New Blood, aired in 2021.
Why is the Dexter series finale so controversial?
The Season 8 finale drew widespread criticism for its abrupt, tonally inconsistent conclusion. Dexter fakes his death and retreats to Oregon as a lumberjack, abandoning his son Harrison. Fans and critics found the ending unsatisfying and poorly written, making it one of television's most debated series finales.
What is Dexter rated and is it suitable for all audiences?
Dexter carries a TV-MA rating, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains graphic violence, strong language, and adult themes including murder, psychological manipulation, and dark moral ambiguity. It is not suitable for children or younger teenagers.
Did Dexter win any major awards?
Yes. Dexter earned numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Drama Series and a Golden Globe for Michael C. Hall as Best Actor in a Drama Series. The show also received multiple Emmy nominations and won a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Drama Series Ensemble.
What genre is Dexter and who created it?
Dexter is a crime drama and psychological thriller with strong mystery elements, often described as neo-noir. It was created by James Manos Jr. and developed for Showtime. The series blends dark humor with forensic procedural storytelling, following a vigilante serial killer operating within Miami's police department.
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