Fans were extremely elated after the San Diego Comic-Con on Friday night, as the special guest and fan-adored actor Michael C. Hall confirmed Dexter: Original Sin, the prequel series to Showtime's highly successful drama.
What's even more exciting about the upcoming prequel, is that Hall will narrate the story of young Dexter Morgan in Dexter: Original Sin, and will reprise his iconic role in another sequel series Dexter: Resurrection.
Since the confirmation of Dexter: Original Sin came just one day back, complete detailed information about the prequel series is yet to come out. However, we do know the story, main cast, and when will Dexter: Original Sin arrive. Read below to explore everything we know so far.
Does Dexter: Original Sin Have a Release Date Yet?
While the exact release date of Dexter: Original Sin is yet to be announced, it has been confirmed that the prequel series will come out in December 2024. This means fans and viewers of the crime drama series will be able to explore Dexter Morgan's early days in just a few months.
The one-minute and forty-four-second-long teaser of Dexter: Orignal Sin is worth watching. The sharp, deadly whispers and everything red reflect Dexter's dual personality of being a student and a serial killer at nightfall. The prequel will be narrated by Michael C. Hall, while the titular character will be played by Patrick Gibson.
What is The Story of Dexter: Original Sin?
What sets apart Dexter: Original Sin is the plotline of the series. It will take viewers back to Miami in 1991 when Dexter Morgan was a student exploring his path to becoming a serial killer. The prequel will feature the events 15 years before the original Dexter series which premiered on Showtime in 2006.
The young lad will take a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department, where his adoptive father Harry Morgan works. Dexter's childhood trauma of seeing his mother being brutally killed injected him with pain and an urge to kill people who escaped justice. The official synopsis of Dexter: Original Sin reads:
"When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness. With the guidance of his father, Harry, he adopts a code designed to help him find and kill people who deserve to be eliminated from society without getting on law enforcement’s radar."
He only executes criminals based on The Code of Harry, the guidelines given by his father to eliminate the wrong-doers at night. Since Harry Morgan discovered Dexter's thoughts of becoming a killer from the beginning, he trained him to do justice in a twisted form.
Who is playing Dexter Morgan in Dexter: Original Sin?
Since Hall will only narrate the story, the leading role of Dexter Morgan will be played by Patrick Gibson. The actor can be seen in the teaser of Dexter: Original Sin, in which he's preparing for college and gives a creepy smile at the end.
Apart from the titular character, Harry Morgan is played by Christian Slater, Molly Brown will play Dexter's sister Debra Morgan, Sarah Michelle Gellar will be seen playing Tanya Martin, Patrick Dempsey as Aaron Spencer the Captain of the Miami Metro Homicide, Christina Milian helmed Maria LaGuerta, Reno Wilson as Bobby Watt, James Martinez as Angel Batista, and many other actors in smaller roles.
Where To Watch Dexter: Original Sin?
Dexter: Original Sin featuring Patrick Gibson in the leading role will debut on Paramount+ with Showtime plan only in December. The prequel series will focus on the journey of young Dexter Morgan transitioning into a formidable serial killer at night while being a normal citizen during the daytime.
How Many Episodes Are There In Dexter: Original Sin?
The prequel series will have a total of 10 episodes, featuring the top cast in all 10 parts, with limited screen time for some characters including Mason Michael Moore and Alexander Martinez.
While Dexter: Original Sin is on the way to your screen, watch Dexter: New Blood Season 1 on Prime Video.
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