Dexter: Resurrectiongets a new update, revealing that two more original stars will be returning. AlthoughDexter: New Bloodwas originally positioned as the end for Michael C. Hall’s beloved serial killer, it was announced after the finale that this franchise isn’t quite done yet. In addition to prequelDexter: Original Sinstarring Patrick Gibson, which is now airing, Hall himself will be reprising his role in asequel show calledDexter: Resurrection, slated to premiere in summer 2025.
Deadlinenow reveals thatDexter: Resurrectionhas added several actors to its cast as series regulars, includingAngel Batista actor David Zayas and original Harry Morgan actor James Remar. In addition, the report states that Jack Alcott will return as a series regular as Dexter’s son, Harrison, after featuring prominently inNew Blood. Unfortunately, story details for the sequel show still remain under wraps, including its setting.
How Batista, Harry & Harrison Could Factor Into The Sequel Show
Warning! Spoilers ahead for Dexter: New Blood’s ending.
New Bloodwas, in many ways, quite a departure from the originalDexter, taking place in a snowy setting and featuring mostly new characters. Batista does return as part of theDexter: New Bloodcast, but he ultimately plays a very minor role. Remar, on the other hand, after serving as Dexter’s guide throughout the original series, wasn’t present inNew Bloodat all, with Jennifer Carpenter’s Debra Morgan instead coming to occupy this role.
The return of both Batista and Harry suggests thatDexter: Resurrectioncould end up feeling closer to the original series thanNew Blooddid.Dexter:New Bloodendswith Batista having learned the truth about Dexter, so whatever role he does play in the sequel show could be an antagonistic one. As Harry has been dead for quite some time in the world of the show, it seems logical that Remar will be returning to play Dexter’s inner guide once more.
Dexter Resurrection: 12 Original & Revival Characters Who Can Return In The Sequel
Dexter Resurrection will either pick up exactly where New Blood left off or nostalgically lean into the original show with several character returns.
As for Alcott, Harrison comes to play an important role inNew Blood. Dealing with his father’s same murderous instincts,Harrison is eventually the one who shoots and seemingly kills Dexter, and the show’s final moments seemed to set up a solo adventure for the character. The return of both Batista and Harry suggestsResurrectionwill be very Dexter-focused, but Harrison’s actions in the finale could point to a tense relationship between father and son moving forward.
Our Take On Dexter: Resurrection’s New Cast Announcements
Batista’s Return Can Fix A New Blood Mistake
Many questions remain aboutDexter: Resurrection, but the show is shaping up to be something of a cross between the original show andNew Blood. Even thoughNew Bloodwas generally well-received, the ending, like theDexterseason 8 finale, was divisive.
New Bloodhas a 77% critics' score and 73% audience score onRotten Tomatoes.
Batista felt relatively underutilized in the limited series, andResurrectionnow has the opportunity to correct this, making him a more crucial part of the narrative as he realizes that Dexter survived his gunshot wound. Of course, with Batista potentially on Dexter’s trail once more, that puts a large target on his back, which could lead to some shocking moments inDexter: Resurrection.
Dexter: Resurrection
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Dexter: Resurrection follows Dexter Morgan as he awakens from a coma to discover his son, Harrison, missing. His search leads him to New York City, where he confronts his past and the challenges posed by Miami Metro’s Angel Batista, as father and son face their shared darkness.
