Dexter: New Blood 2021
“Long time no spree.”
What is Dexter: New Blood?
Dexter: New Blood is an American crime drama mystery television miniseries developed by Clyde Phillips for Showtime. The production serves as a continuation of the original crime television series Dexter, which aired from 2006 to 2013.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 10
- First aired
- Nov 7, 2021
- Last aired
- Jan 9, 2022
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Showtime
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 10 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Dexter: New Blood is an American crime drama mystery television miniseries developed by Clyde Phillips for Showtime. The production serves as a continuation of the original crime television series Dexter, which aired from 2006 to 2013. Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter reprise their roles as Dexter and Debra Morgan, respectively, and the cast also includes Jack Alcott, Julia Jones, and Johnny Sequoyah. Ten years after Dexter went missing in the eye of Hurricane Laura and faked his death in Miami, the story finds him living in the small town of Iron Lake, New York, under an assumed name. While he attempts to embrace this new life, unexpected events in the close-knit community cause his dark passenger to beckon. The narrative further explores his history as he receives an unexpected visit from the son he abandoned. As a man in conflict with his deadly compulsions and his desire for happiness, Dexter faces new challenges in this follow-up to the original series.
Should you watch it?
“A decade after vanishing, Dexter resurfaces in a small town under a new identity.”
- Mature character evolution in unexpected small-town setting
- Strong atmospheric tension and cinematography
- Compelling exploration of redemption themes
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
- Requires familiarity with original series
Watch it if you're drawn to psychological character studies with dark undertones.
Contains mature themes, violence, and disturbing content typical of the Dexter franchise.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Cold Snap Nov 7, 2021
- E2 Storm of Fuck Nov 14, 2021
- E3 Smoke Signals Nov 21, 2021
- E4 H Is for Hero Nov 28, 2021
- E5 Runaway Dec 5, 2021
- E6 Too Many Tuna Sandwiches Dec 12, 2021
- E7 Skin of Her Teeth Dec 19, 2021
- E8 Unfair Game Dec 26, 2021
- E9 The Family Business Jan 2, 2022
- E10 Sins of the Father Jan 9, 2022
Frequently asked questions
Is this a continuation of the original Dexter series?
Yes, it continues the story of the original series' protagonist.
Do I need to watch the original series first?
While not strictly necessary, familiarity with the original series enhances understanding.
Where is the series set?
The story takes place in a small town in New York.
How much time has passed since the original series?
The events occur approximately ten years after the timeline of the original series.
What is Dexter's situation at the start of the series?
He is living under an assumed identity in a small community.