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S4·E9 Hungry Man

Episode
Season 4, Episode 9
Air Date
November 22, 2009
Runtime
51 minutes
Director
John Dahl
Writer
Wendy West
Score
8.7/10 (77 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired November 22, 2009 51 min ★ 8.7/10 · 77 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

Dexter learns more about Arthur's bizarre and twisted world, while Rita has her hands full preparing Thanksgiving dinner for a full house, Debra uses the holiday to further investigate Trinity, and Batista gets closure on an old case.

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Episode recap

In this episode of Dexter, the main character delves deeper into the life of Arthur Mitchell, also known as the Trinity Killer. Rita is busy preparing Thanksgiving dinner for a full house, while Debra uses the holiday to further investigate Trinity. Meanwhile, Batista gets closure on an old case.

As the holiday approaches, Rita's household is filled with guests, and she is tasked with preparing a large meal. This creates a challenging situation for her, as she tries to manage the various demands of her family and guests.

Debra, on the other hand, sees the holiday as an opportunity to gather more information about Trinity. She uses the occasion to further investigate the serial killer, who has been a focus of her attention in recent episodes.

In a separate storyline, Batista receives news that brings him closure on an old case. This development provides a sense of resolution for the character, and serves as a contrast to the ongoing investigation into Trinity.

Throughout the episode, the main character's dual identity as a blood spatter analyst and a serial killer continues to be a central theme. The episode explores the complexities of this dual identity, and the challenges that come with it.

The episode also highlights the character's relationships with those around him, particularly Rita and Debra. The dynamics between these characters are an important aspect of the show, and are explored in this episode.

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Director & writers

Wendy WestWriterJohn DahlDirector

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 4 Episode 9 of Dexter air?

Season 4, Episode 9 ('Hungry Man') originally aired on November 22, 2009.

How long is Season 4 Episode 9 ('Hungry Man')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 51 minutes.

What happens in Dexter Season 4 Episode 9?

Dexter learns more about Arthur's bizarre and twisted world, while Rita has her hands full preparing Thanksgiving dinner for a full house, Debra uses the holiday to further investigate Trinity, and Batista gets closure on an old case....

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