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Portrayed by the immensely talented Jennifer Carpenter, in the original series, Debra was truly integral to the show’s huge success. Her performance not only offered emotional intensity and complexity to the show but also deviated from the otherwise dark themes of the show. With Season 2 of Dexter: Original Sin officially in the works, creators have the opportunity to properly explore Debra’s backstory, honoring the legacy Carpenter has left behind.

With Original Sin being renewed for a second installment, anticipation and excitement among fans are at an all-time high. The series will dive deeper into exploring the inner workings of Dexter Morgan, a serial killer in the making. However, that’s not all. Another equally compelling opportunity of delving deeper into the formative years of his sister, Debra Morgan’s life stands as a promising arc.

Jennifer Carpenter was not happy with Dexter’s later seasons

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Sam Esmail intended his cult hit USA Network series, Mr. Robot, as a feature film initially. He soon realized, midway through writing the script, that it had expanded considerably. Esmail shared during an interview that he was fascinated by the hacker culture and wanted to make a project that accurately represented it. He found that a TV series format was best suited for his story.

The series, starring Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek and Christian Slater, explores the story of a hacker with social anxiety disorder, clinical depression, and dissociative identity disorder. Mr. Robot ran for five seasons, with Esmail serving as the writer and director of multiple episodes in addition to his showrunning responsibility.

Sam Esmail wanted Mr. Robot to be a TV series so that he could accurately represent hacker culture Rami Malek as Elliot Alderson in Mr. Robot | Credits: USA Network

Rami Malek‘s Mr. Robot skillfully blended the techno-thriller subgenre into drama.

Stepping into the shoes of a character as iconic as Dexter Morgan is by no means a small feat. The enigmatic vigilante serial killer with a code has been a fan favorite for well over a decade. So when Patrick Gibson was cast to play the role of young Dexter in the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin, he was presented with the overwhelming task of upholding the image Michael C. Hall so effortlessly ingrained in pop culture memory.

Rather than attempting to directly imitate the original portrayal, Gibson chose to bring his unique style to the role. He made his path and strived to justly encapsulate the spirit of a young Dexter without completely replicating the previous performance.

Patrick Gibson wanted to play a Dexter independent of Michael C. Hall’s portrayal

Dexter: Original Sin was set in the 1990s and followed Dexter Morgan (Patrick Gibson) in his formative...

The love for Firefly isn’t dying any time soon, and Nathan Fillion would like to keep it that way. While the series wasn’t allowed the luxury to run more than a single season at Fox, Fillion might be satisfied with his run as Captain Malcolm Reynolds in that one season. The Rookie star wasn’t so eager to jump on the ‘bring back Firefly’ wagon, because he believed it was enough.

Fillion’s take shouldn’t be overlooked, as Firefly probably dodged a bullet when it ended with a single season. It didn’t have to face the fan complaints of a boring or forced second or future seasons. The series probably avoided the fate of USA Network’s Mr. Robot, which had a great beginning that was ruined by a below-average second season.

Fox cancelled the series after airing eleven out of its fourteen episodes. On paper,...

Dexter: Original Sin offers deeper insight into Dexter’s early life and his complex relationship with his adoptive father and mentor, Harry Morgan. In addition to exploring Dexter’s formative years, the prequel series also touches on his adoptive sister, Debra Morgan, and her own complicated dynamic with Harry.

With the show renewed for a second season, fans are expecting more of Debra and Dexter’s developing bond, along with the chilling possibility that Debra may have been targeted by Brian Moser long before the events of the original series.

Dexter: Original Sin Season 2 could add a chilling layer to Debra and Brian’s twisted relationship

Portrayed by Jennifer Carpenter in the Showtime flagship, Debra endures immense trauma throughout Dexter’s eight-season run. While her life has always been complicated, viewers witness her emotional struggles right from Season 1.

Related‘Dexter: Original Sin’: Christian Slater Explained Why Dexter Has...

Exclusive: Picturehouse Entertainment has picked up two Sundance titles,Sorry, Baby – which is also closing night film at Cannes Directors’ Fortnight – andIf I Had Legs I’d Kick You, for UK-Ireland release.

US debut writer-director Eva Victor also stars in Sorry, Baby, a comedy drama that tells the story of a college professor finding healing while reconnecting with her old roommate. Other cast members include Naomi Ackie and Lucas Hedges, with Barry Jenkins, Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak producing for US outfit Pastel.

Picturehouse acquired the title from A24; A24 picked up world rights to the film from Charades at Sundance.

Dexter: Original Sin struck a nerve by embracing the messy, uncertain beginnings of its iconic antihero. Season 1 didn’t shy away from Dexter’s missteps, it showed him fumbling through his early kills, testing codes, and reckoning with the emotional weight of his impulses. It was far from polished, but that’s what made it work.

As Season 2 approaches, I’m eager to see the show double down on that unrefined journey. There’s still so much ground to cover, his flawed experiments in vigilante justice, the murky moral choices, and the gradual shaping of the ‘code’ that defined him in the original series.

These early mistakes aren’t bugs in the story; they’re essential features. Watching Dexter stumble, learn, and evolve is what makes his transformation compelling.

Dexter: Original Sin features Dexter as an amateur serial killer

One thing that kept many of the Dexter fans...

Emilio Estevez has been sharing details on Young Guns 3, the unexpected new sequel to the classic ‘80s/’90s movies starring Estevez, Christian Slater, Lou Diamond Phillips. 35 years after the last movie in the franchise, Estevez is getting the western gang back together for a new story that will add to the legacy of the characters introduced in 1988.

While appearing on theHappy Sad Confused podcast with Josh Horowitz, Estevez detailed that he has been preparing a possible cast list for the sequel, which includes the aforementioned Phillips and Slater reprising their roles, and Estevez back as Billy the Kid as well as directing the film. Opening up about those potential cast returns and the possibility of even more Young Guns sequels in the future.

“Lou- Lou returns. Christian Slater returns. We didn't see either of them die on camera. We certainly didn't see Billy the Kid die on camera. And if...

Michael C. Hall points out the one single misstep that Dexter: Resurrectionwon't be making.

Speaking to Vanity Fair, franchise star Michael C. Hall and showrunner Clyde Phillips explained how the upcoming Dexter: Resurrection will avoid committing one of the franchise's most egregious sins. When asked if the next entry was viewed as a limited or one-off series, Phillips replied with, "We've got the strongest franchise in Showtime's history, and we plan to do this for years."

"Years with an s. The thinking is not to come back for a sort of self-contained one-off again, but leave it open to further exploration. The intention, and hope, is that the story will continue beyond this," Hall added. The star went on to note that, even if the story to come were to end after a single season, it would be hard to imagine that keeping Dexter Morgan off the small screen for very long.

Zoë Kravitz is undoubtedly one of the most prolific actors of this generation. From starring in one huge film franchise to another, she recently proved that her talent can extend beyond acting with the release of her acclaimed directorial debut, Blink Twice, just last year. Now, Kravitz may be stepping behind the camera once again after the successful theatrical debut of the psychological thriller. According to Deadline, the actress-turned-filmmaker is in talks to direct Sony Pictures' How To Save a Marriage. It is reportedly still in early stages of development.

While plot details about How To Save a Marriage remain under wraps, sources close to Deadline say that the film exudes "edgy undertones" akin to Blink Twice. The film's dark nature reportedly pushed the executives behind the project to choose Kravitz as its director. Kravitz's critically acclaimed directorial debut follows cocktail waitress Frida (Naomi Ackie), who must discover the truth...

Back in 1949 / ’50, a man called Brushy Bill Roberts claimed to be the legendary Wild West outlaw known as Billy the Kid, having reached the age of 90. There was a lot of evidence to back up his claim and he had the support of people who were known to have associated with Billy the Kid, but the authorities discredited him. One person who believes that Brushy Bill Roberts was Billy the Kid is Emilio Estevez, who played Billy the Kid in the 1988 Western Young Guns and its 1990 sequel Young Guns II (where he also put on old age makeup to play a couple scenes as Brushy Bill). That’s how Estevez is able to move forward with Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive, a project he has been developing with John Fusco, the writer of the Young Guns films, since 2019. Last month, it was confirmed that Young Guns 3 has secured a...

One of this week’s new releases stars Steve Coogan and a penguin, so here’s a film quiz about other actors and their animal co-stars.

They say you should never work with children or animals, but that’s not stopped movie stars teaming up with animal co-stars. There are usually mixed results – even the can’t-lose buddy pairing of “Tom Hanks and a French mastiff” definitely didn’t end happily for both of them (spoilery details here). Now in UK cinemas, Peter Cattaneo’s new movie The Penguin Lessons teams up Partridge and penguin, so we’ve got some quiz questions about other live-action animal star vehicles as part of your usual movie-related trivia safari.

Once you’ve completed this week’s film quiz, you’ll find a link to a separate post with the correct answers at the bottom of this post. As always, this is just for fun,...

Dexter: Original Sin sheds light on several aspects surrounding the titular character’s journey to become the vigilante killer, particularly his relationship with his father, Harry Morgan, and the long-debated question of why Harry gave in to Dexter’s dark urges by creating a code for him to kill.

While the series explores the complexities of Harry’s decisions and his internal struggle, the upcoming season, potentially bringing Harry’s demise into focus, must also confront the emotional fallout that extends beyond Dexter.

Christian Slater explained why Harry Morgan acknowledged Dexter’s urge to kill

Harry Morgan had always been portrayed as the person who tamed and redirected his son’s dark urges, guiding Dexter to channel them into a vigilante mission against criminals and killers.

Related‘Dexter: Original Sin’ Season 2 Must Reveal How Badly Harry Was Responsible for Debra’s Fate in the Original Series

However, the prequel series,...

Michael C. Hall has officially returned to his iconic role of Dexter Morgan. Vanity Fair has released the first images from Dexter: Resurrection, the upcoming sequel series set after the events of Dexter: New Blood. Dexter met his fate at the end of New Blood, a controversial decision that still doesn’t sit well with many Dexter fans to this day, but Hall told Vanity Fair in a sweeping interview to talk about the new show that Resurrection will “undo” the New Blood ending, bringing back the legendary serial killer who only hunts other killers. The new images show Hall reprising his role as Dexter, with other stars such as Jack Alcott, Peter Dinklage, and even David Zayas, who will return and play Angel Batista.

The first images from Vanity Fair of Dexter: Resurrection can be found here.

Dinklage’s new character in Dexter: Resurrection is described as a billionaire with a dark side,...

Everything you need to know about Dexter: Original Sin Season 2(Photo Credit –Prime Video)

Well, let’s be honest, fans of the Dexter franchise are dying to see more of young Dexter Morgan’s twisted journey. The prequel series, Dexter: Original Sin, starring Patrick Gibson as a fresh-faced (but still very stab-happy) Dexter, dives into his early days at the Miami Metro Police Department, long before he became the cold, calculated killer we first met in Dexter.

After the mixed reception of Dexter: New Blood, many thought Showtime had buried the franchise for good. But nope, they’re all in on Dexter-mania, with Original Sin setting the stage for the upcoming Dexter: Resurrection (which will finally bring Michael C. Hall back). Showtime clearly has big plans, and with season 2 officially on the way, Dexter: Original Sin isn’t just surviving, it’s thriving. Time to sharpen those scalpels,...

Val Kilmer, the celebrated actor known for intensely committing to his performances and for starring roles in films like “Tombstone,” “Top Gun,” “The Doors” and more, died Tuesday from complications of pneumonia. He was 65.

His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, made the news public.

A Los Angeles native born in 1959, Kilmer grew up in the San Fernando Valley and as a teenager set a record as the youngest student to be accepted into the Julliard school of Drama (the record was broken by Seth Numrich.)

Kilmer pursued a stage career when he started acting professionally in the early 80s, but launched his film career with “Top Secret!” a parody of both World War II dramas and musical comedies starring Elvis Presley directed by Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker, the team behind “Airplane!”

The film, though considered a bomb, showcased Kilmer’s matinee idol looks, impeccable comic timing but also his versatile singing voice,...

The Dexter universe just keeps on expanding, and we couldn’t be more excited. While the first sequel was mediocre but engaging enough to keep us curious, the prequel was a huge success that drew in 2.1M global viewers, making its premiere episode Showtime’s most streamed series in 10 years. Furthermore, the Dexter: Original Sin finale became the most streamed episode of the season, with over 2.68M viewers. If you’ve been holding your breath for news of a renewal, breathe: Paramount+ with Showtime has officially renewed Dexter: Original Sin for season 2, ensuring our continued voyeurism of the young antihero’s transformation into a vigilante serial killer.

Original Sin is the first prequel series in the expanding franchise following serial killer Dexter Morgan. While Michael C. Hall stars as the antihero in the original series and Patrick Gibson portrays him in the prequel, Hall serves as narrator in both.

Dexter Morgan’s origin story will continue as it’s been announced that Dexter: Original Sin has been renewed for season 2 at Paramount+ with Showtime.

The prequel is set in 1991 and follows Dexter (Patrick Gibson) as he transitions from student to avenging serial killer. “When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness,” reads the official description. “With the guidance of his father, Harry (Christian Slater), 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. This is a particular challenge for young Dexter as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.” A writers room for the new season will begin work soon, with production dates set to be announced later.

I’ll admit that I wasn’t overly keen on...

Gold Derby's top news stories for April 1, 2025. Watch the Karate Kid: Legends trailer

Fresh off its CinemaCon presentation on Monday, Sony Pictures released the trailer for Karate Kid: Legends, the sixth film in the franchise. Set three years after the final season of Cobra Kai, the film stars American Born Chinese's Ben Wang as kung fu prodigy Li Fong, who relocates to New York City with his mother (Ming-Na Wen). Per the logline: "But his newfound peace is short-lived after he attracts unwanted attention from a formidable local karate champion. Driven by a desire to defend himself, Li embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition. Guided by the wisdom of his kung fu teacher, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan), and the legendary Karate Kid, Daniel Larusso (Ralph Macchio), Li merges their unique styles to prepare for an epic martial arts showdown." The cast also includes Joshua Jackson and Sadie Stanley.

The blood-soaked saga of Dexter Morgan’s early years continues as Paramount+ with Showtime has officially greenlit Season 2 of Dexter: Original Sin. The gripping prequel takes us into the twisted origins of a notorious vigilante serial killer. After the thrilling and explosive finale of its first season in February 2025, it’s no surprise that the show has been renewed.

Patrick Gibson and Christian Slater in Dexter: Original Sin | Credits: Paramount+ with Showtime

Fans have been on the edge of their seats, drawn in by its dark and captivating narrative. With showrunner Clyde Phillips back to steer this chilling journey, Season 2 promises to unveil even more shocking and suspenseful chapters in Dexter’s formative year. Season 1 of the series, which had 10 episodes, culminated with Morgan’s past looming shadows while he secured a position at the Miami Metro Police Department.

Dexter: Original Sin slashes into a killer second...

We're not quite done learning Dexter Morgan's origin story just yet. Paramount+ with Showtime has officially renewed Dexter: Original Sin for a second installment. This good news comes a little over a month after the hit crime drama premiered its last episode of its first season. The writers' room is expected to begin work soon on the second season, with production details to be announced at a later date.

Dexter: Original Sin is the third installment in the Dexter franchise, following Dexter and Dexter: New Blood. Serving as a prequel, it takes place 15 years before the events of the original series. Set in 1991 Miami, the show follows a young Dexter Morgan in his late teens as he evolves into a vigilante serial killer, all while working as a forensics intern at the Miami Metro Police Department.

Patrick Gibson takes on the lead role of serial killer in training, Dexter Morgan.

Dexter: Original Sin has been renewed for a second season!

The Paramount+ with Showtime TV show follows Dexter‘s titular character in his youth (played by Patrick Gibson), from his first kill to his early days with the Miami Metro Police, trying to find a balance between following the rules that his father Harry (Christian Slater) has set out for him and satisfying his killer urges. Michael C. Hall returned to narrate after starring for years as the fan favorite serial killer.

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Also starring in the new show are Molly Brown, Christina Milian, James Martinez, Alex Shimizu, Reno Wilson, special guest star Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Patrick Dempsey.

The renewal was reported by Variety, but not much information has been made available about season 2 yet. You can stream the first season in full now!

Find out which TV show was canceled by Paramount+ this year.

The fate of Dexter: Original Sin has been revealed. Fortunately for fans of the show, it's fantastic news.

Per TVLine, Dexter: Original Sin has officially been renewed for Season 2. The news comes six weeks after the series wrapped up its freshman season on Feb. 14. It also comes ahead of the next sequel series set in the Dexter universe, dubbed Dexter: Resurrection, which is set to arrive this summer on a date yet to be announced. It wasn't announced when Season 2 of Dexter: Original Sin would start production, or when fans can expect to see the new episodes.

Dexter: Original Sin is a prequel series that explores the roots of the titular vigilante. Michael C. Hall returned as the voice of the older Dexter Morgan, serving as the narrator, while Patrick Gibson portrays the younger Dexter on-screen. The series also stars Christian Slater and Molly Brown as Dexter's father, Harry, and sister,...

The highly popular prequel series “Dexter: Original Sin” was the most streamed original for Showtime in a decade, per The Wrap, so it’s no surprise that the show has been renewed for Season 2 at Paramount+ with Showtime.

“Dexter” showrunner Clyde Phillips will return for the series’ second season.

“Dexter: Original Sin” is set in 1991 Miami and revolves around Dexter (Patrick Gibson) as he goes from student to avenging serial killer. With guidance from his father, Harry (Christian Slater), the killer-in-training adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people without being discovered by law enforcement at the same time as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.

The rest of the Morgan family include Christian Slater as Harry Morgan, Patrick Gibson as Dexter Morgan and Molly Brown as Debra Morgan.

The series also stars Joe Pantoliano (Bound, The Matrix, “Chucky”) are Brittany Allen...

To say that Dexter: Original Sin helped breathe new life into the franchise would be an understatement. Not only did the first episode become Showtime's most streamed premiere with over 2.1 million global cross-platform viewers, but fans kept up their enthusiasm for the series all throughout the season, taking to social media to share their thoughts, theories, and praise for the prequel. Now, a month and a half after the final episode aired, we finally have confirmation that it will continue.

Per Variety, Dexter: Original Sin has officially been renewed for Season 2, which will see the return of all the core cast, including Patrick Gibson as a young Dexter Morgan, Christian Slater as Harry, and Molly Brown as Deb. The crew at Miami Metro, including Maria Laguerta (Christina Milian), Angel Batista (James Martinez), and Vince Masuka (Alex Shimizu). will also be back, as will creator and showrunner, Clyde Phillips.

Premiering on Dec.

Paramount and Showtime make a killer team. Thanks to their work, the first season of Dexter: Original Sin was a massive success, and with its widespread popularity, the title has landed a follow-up season. Today, the folks behind the hit series have revealed that Paramount+ with Showtime will be welcoming the Patrick Gibson-led production back, with Clyde Phillips set to return as showrunner and executive producer. While specifics haven’t been laid out at this time, we can safely assume that Gibson will reprise his role as the young forensic intern in training, alongside other Season 1 favorites, including Christian Slater (Blink Twice) and Molly Brown (Evil), while Michael C. Hall, the man who originated the beloved killer, will likely return as the narrator.

On top of the good news about the renewal, Paramount also dropped some rather impressive stats that spell out precisely why the Dexter prequel series...

Young Dexter Morgan is here to slay: Prequel series Dexter: Original Sin has been renewed for Season 2, TVLine has learned.

The pickup comes six weeks after the release of the Season 1 finale, which bowed Feb. 14 on Paramount+ With Showtime; TVLine readers grade the finale (and Season 1 overall) an average grade of “A+.”

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The prequel series “Dexter: Original Sin” has been renewed for Season 2 at Paramount+ with Showtime, Variety has learned.

The news comes roughly a month after the show’s first season concluded on Feb. 14. It originally premiered in December 2024. Set in 1991, the show serves as the origin story of Dexter Morgan, with Patrick Gibson playing the young version of the iconic killer of killers. Michael C. Hall, who originated the title role in the Showtime series “Dexter,” provides the young Dexter’s inner monologue.

Along with Gibson and Hall, the cast also includes Molly Brown, Christina Milian, Christian Slater, James Martinez, Alex Shimizu, Reno Wilson, special guest star Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Patrick Dempsey.

The official description of the show states:

“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 (Slater), he adopts a Code...

The “Dexter” mythology continues. “Dexter: Original Sin” has been renewed for a Season 2 at Paramount+ with Showtime.

Showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips will return to the series. Though production dates have yet to be set, TheWrap has learned the writers room for this upcoming season will be opening soon.

This renewal is far from surprising given the popularity of Season 1. That installment was the most streamed Showtime original that the network has seen in 10 years, a boost that likely has to do with Showtime’s streaming options moving exclusively to the more robust Paramount+ in 2023. The season finale for Season 1 scored 2.68 million global viewers, making it the most-watched episode of the season. The series also saw over 15 million engagements across social media during Season 1.

Set in Miami in the ’90s, “Original Sin” follows Dexter (Patrick Gibson) as a student. But when he’s unable to contain his urge to kill any longer,...

The young Dexter Morgan’s transformation into a serial killer will continue into a second season.

Paramount+ With Showtime has renewed Dexter: Original Sin for season two, following the conclusion of its 10-episode first installment in February. A writers room for the second season is set to begin work soon, with creator and showrunner Clyde Phillips again at the helm.

Original Sin‘s first season takes place in 1991 and focuses on Dexter (Patrick Gibson) as he makes his first kills, guided by his father, Harry (Christian Slater), while also working as an intern in the Miami Metro Police Department.

Phillips told The Hollywood Reporter midway through the season that the prequel allowed him and his fellow writers the chance to highlight the origins of key elements of the Dexter flagship series, which stars Michael C. Hall as the adult Dexter (Hall also narrates Original Sin). “This season’s a whole Easter egg hunt,...

Dexter: Original Sin has been renewed for a second season at Paramount+ with Showtime. A Season 2 writers room is set to begin shortly, with production dates to be revealed soon.

From creator, showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips, Dexter: Original Sin is the first prequel series in the expanding franchise following serial killer Dexter Morgan. Michael C. Hall, who portrayed the titular antihero in the mothership series, is the prequel’s narrator. Patrick Gibson plays Dexter in his late teens, when he was a baby slayer in training, 15 years before the events of the original Dexter series.

The 10-episode original drama series is set in 1991 Miami and follows Dexter (Gibson), a student refining his killer skills with the help and support of his adoptive father Harry (Christian Slater). In his dad, he finds solace and understanding, especially as his bloodthirsty urges grow and can no longer be ignored.

As his only confidant,...

Dexter: Original Sin has revitalized the franchise in many ways. It brought renewed attention to the series with a deeper look into Dexter’s early life and the characters around him, including Debra Morgan and his adoptive father, Harry Morgan, who trained Dexter and gave him the code to manage his dark urges.

While we saw Harry throughout the original series, it was mostly through the lens of how Dexter viewed him. But the prequel series really offers a more bleak and complex look at who Harry truly was.

Dexter: Original Sin | Credit: Showtime

And the prequel does seem to have a lot in store for him, as the showrunner has shared that he’s not just ready to let go of Harry and plans to keep him around for a long time.

Dexter: Original Sin showrunner plans to keep Harry Morgan around

Along with the titular character, Dexter:...

Standing in the middle of San Francisco Bay with its stone walls and foreboding presence, Alcatraz Island, the former prison once thought to be escape-proof, has long captured the public’s imagination. For decades, the penitentiary served as an inspiration for movies based on the real events that took place behind its walls. In 1995, one year removed from the highly successful release of the prison drama The Shawshank Redemption, came Murder in the First. Loosely based on the trial of Henri Young (a case that would change how prisoners on the island were treated), the film’s greatest attribute is the performance of Kevin Bacon, who is completely unrecognizable in the role.

Bacon’s iconic performance aside, Murder in the First is one of many films with Alcatraz as its focal point that spend too much time portraying the institution as a symbol of barbarity that turns hardened criminals into anti-heroes,...

In an era where franchises dominate both TV and film, lackluster sequels, prequels, and reboots have become all too common. So when Showtime announced Dexter: Original Sin, a prequel to one of its biggest hits following the vigilante killer Dexter Morgan, public skepticism was inevitable.

Fans feared that a prequel might dilute the beloved series, as is often the case with franchise extensions, especially after the mixed reception of Dexter: New Blood. However, Original Sin proved those doubts wrong.

Dexter: Original Sin | Credit: Showtime

Now that the prequel has been released, many have come to appreciate it as one of the best prequels in recent years. And like many others, I’m also eager to see what it has in store for a potential next season.

How Dexter: Original Sin defied skepticism to become a standout prequel

Dexter: Original Sin has arguably set a benchmark for prequels, standing as...

Following the underwhelming Dexter: New Blood finale, series creator Clyde Phillips sought to redeem the franchise with the prequel series, Original Sin. He has since revealed that the show was influenced by Taylor Sheridan’s dominant presence in modern television.

Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone | Credit: Paramount+

Sheridan is best known for his expansive Yellowstone universe spanning multiple spin-offs, which served as an inspiration for Phillips to explore the origins of the beloved TV character, Dexter, through a prequel series.

How Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone inspired Dexter prequel Original Sin

Dexter: Original Sin creator Clyde Phillips has revealed that Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone universe inspired him to explore the origins of The Bay Harbour Killer, following the underwhelming New Blood finale.

In an interview, Phillips revealed that he loves the Western drama series and “had seen Yellowstone, 1883, and 1923.” Inspired by Sheridan’s approach, Paramount executive Chris McCarthy challenged him...

Exclusive: Emmy winners John Lithgow and Jimmy Smits are set to reprise their roles of Arthur Mitchell aka the Trinity Killer and Miguel Prado, respectively, in the Showtime original series Dexter: Resurrection. The show has been in production in New York since January.

For playing the diabolical Trinity Killer, Lithgow received an Emmy Award, Critics’ Choice Award, and a SAG Award as well as a Golden Globe nomination. Smits received an Emmy nomination for his Season 3 portrayal of Miguel, the Ada-turned-lawbreaker hellbent on revenge.

At this point, fans of the ‘Dexter’-verse aren’t surprised when news emerges that dead people are being resurrected. Especially when Lithgow is concerned, as he appeared in flashback scenes in the limited series Dexter: New Blood. The New Blood continuation series is titled Resurrection, so at this point, anything goes. This is Smits’ return to the franchise,...

Dexter: Original Sin brings a fresh perspective to the Dexter Universe, focusing on Dexter’s early stages of his complex relationship with violence and control. The show blends the core essence of the original series with a new, darker chapter of Dexter’s life. The show has brought an immense number of viewers, especially, the first episode which became the highest-rated premiere of Showtime with 2.1 million viewers.

A still from Dexter: Original Sin | image: Showtime

On the other hand, the show left viewers on a tense note. Fans are eagerly awaiting a potential season 2 to explore the character’s growth. Dexter, played by Patrick Gibson, shared his thoughts on where Dexter’s journey could go and how the character can evolve.

Patrick Gibson wants Dexter to “fly the nest” in Dexter: Original Sin Season 2 Patrick Gibson and Christian Slater in Dexter: Original Sin | Credits: Showtime

While...

“Dexter: Original Sin” will be released on SteelBook Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 10 via Paramount.

Created by original “Dexter” showrunner Clyde Phillips, the prequel series takes place in Miami 1991 — 15 years before the first season of “Dexter.” When his bloodthirsty urges can’t be ignored any longer, Dexter Morgan (Patrick Gibson) must learn to channel his inner darkness.

With the guidance of his father (Christian Slater), 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. This is a particular challenge for young Dexter as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department. ​

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Dissecting Dexter: Original Sin

Patrick Gibson, Christian Slater, Molly Brown, Christina Milian, James Martinez, Alex Shimizu, Reno Wilson, Patrick Dempsey, and Sarah Michelle Gellar star, with Michael C. Hall narrating as Dexter’s inner voice.

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Watching Dexter: Original Sin has completely changed the way I see Dexter as a whole. For years, I bought into the idea that Harry Morgan was the wise and composed father figure who saved his adoptive son from becoming a mindless killer and gave him a purpose with the ‘Code.’

Dexter | Credit: Showtime

The original series painted his character as a man who, despite his questionable methods, genuinely cared for Dexter and did his best to raise him under a strict moral code. However, Original Sin flips the narrative, revealing a Harry we never expected, adding depth to Dexter’s character and his psychological conflicts.

The prequel spin-off Dexter: Original Sin reveals the real Harry Morgan

Given Harry Morgan died ten years before the events of the original series, we only ever saw him through Dexter’s (Michael C. Hall) memories – memories that, as it turns out were unreliable at best.

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Fans have been eagerly waiting for season 2 of Dexter: Original Sin, a revival of the original series Dexter. The series is full of surprises—some thrilling and some questionable. Dexter: Original Sin has taken the fans back to the time when it all began, exploring the transformation of young Dexter into a morally gray serial killer. After its first season, the big question looms, will there be a second season 2 of Dexter: Original Sin?

Dexter Morgan in Dexter: Original Sin | Credit: Paramount+

The original series Dexter ended in 2013, and after that, there have been a few sequels of the show. The franchise brought the sequel New Blood in 2021 and another sequel Resurrection is on the horizon.

Dexter: Original Sin, the prequel spin-off, focuses on the early life of the titular antihero and his journey to becoming the avenging serial killer that viewers fell in love with in the original Showtime series. And the show has opened new possibilities for the franchise’s redemption after the disappointing sequel, New Blood.

Dexter: Original Sin | Credit: Paramount+ with Showtime

It received criticism for several things, including the lack of traditional Dexter elements along with its controversial ending. However, with Original Sin Season 2 potentially on the way, the franchise could restore fans’ faith, especially with the nostalgic approach and Michael C. Hall’s significant involvement.

Dexter: Original Sin could redeem New Blood and bring fans home again

When Dexter: New Blood ended, I, like many other fans, was left with mixed emotions. Though the return of our favorite morally ambiguous serial killer had its moments, let’s be honest,...

After years of rumours, it looks like Young Guns 3 is finally happening. Emilio Estevez confirmed the news himself at Film and Media Day at the New Mexico State Capitol. “We’ve started the ball rolling on Young Guns 3,” with him adding, ”I’ve heard all the jokes: Old Guns, Ancient Guns. You can hold on to those.” In an official press release from the office of New Mexico governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, the film’s title was listed as Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive, with it further revealed Estevez would be directing the film himself (on location in New Mexico), having also co-written the script with franchise regular John Fusco.

Film & Media Day at the Roundhouse was a hit. Thank you Emilio Estevez for joining me in announcing that Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive, will shoot this fall in New Mexico! pic.twitter.com/koqMYFLrJa

— Governor Michelle Lujan...

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has announced the winners for its third annual Children's & Family Emmy Awards. The event took place March 15 at Television City in Los Angeles and streamed live on TheEmmys.TV app.

Meryl Streep (Storyline Online) won the award for Best Children's Personality, after previously taking home three Primetime Emmys for Holocaust (1978), Angels in America (2004), and Five Came Back (2017). She is a three-time Oscar winner for Kramer vs. Kramer (1979), Sophie's Choice (1982), and The Iron Lady (2011), which means she now has more overall Emmys than Oscars.

Other big-name champions included Christian Slater (The Spiderwick Chronicles) for Best Lead Performer in a Preschool, Children's, or Young Teen Program; Jacob Tremblay (Orion and the Dark) for Best Younger Voice Performer in a Preschool, Children's or Young Teen Program category; Phoenix Laroche (The Velveteen Rabbit) for Best Younger Performer in a Preschool, Children's or Young Teen Program; and Leslie Carrara-Rudolph...

The 2025 Children’s & Family Emmy Awards honored standout productions, with Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Orion and the Dark, and Sesame Street projects among the biggest winners. Hosted by voice actor Eric Bauza, the main ceremony and the creative arts ceremony celebrated achievements in children’s television, animation, and family programming.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians led with eight wins out of its 16 nominations, securing best young teen series and directing for a single-camera live-action series for the episode I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher, which tied with A Real Bug’s Life episode The Big City. The series, recently renewed for a third season ahead of its second-season debut, has drawn substantial viewership on Disney+.

The Sesame Street universe also saw success. Elmo and Jesse Remember Uncle Jack won best short form live-action program, and Leslie Carrara-Rudolph earned an award for outstanding puppetry performer. Sesame Street picked up three more...

Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Orion and the Dark and projects from the Sesame Street universe were among the big winners at the 2025 Children’s and Family Emmy Awards main and creative arts ceremonies on Saturday.

Percy Jackson, which scored an early season three renewal on Friday, months before season two premieres on Disney+, won eight of the 16 awards for which it was nominated. The series has recorded more viewing time than any original show on Disney+ outside of the Marvel and Star Wars franchises, as measured by Nielsen.

In the main ceremony, Percy Jackson won best young teen series and directing for a single-camera live-action series “I Accidentally Vaporize My Pre-Algebra Teacher” in a tie with “The Big City” episode of A Real Bug’s Life. It won six more awards in the creative arts ceremony.

Sesame Workshop’s Elmo and Jesse Remember Uncle Jack won best short form live-action...

Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Meryl Streep and Christian Slater were among the big winners at the third annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, which were handed out Saturday night in Los Angeles. See the full list below.

The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences’ stand-alone competition honors creativity and innovation in children’s entertainment.

“The producers and craftspeople recognized during the two ceremonies today are serving television’s youngest viewers and their families in creative and important ways. It is an honor to celebrate their exceptional work and achievements,” Adam Sharp, president and CEO of NATAS, said in a statement. “We are proud to use the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards platform to celebrate them today and everyday.”

Eric Bauza, the voice of Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, served as host. Emmy Award-winning performer and puppeteer Fran Brill was presented with the Lifetime...

The 3rd Annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, hosted this year by voiceover actor Eric Bauza are under way at Television City in Los Angeles. Disney+’s “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” leads this year’s nominations, with 16 nods, including for young teen series — which it won over competitors such as Disney+’s “Goosebumps,” Netflix’s “Heartstopper,” Netflix’s “One Piece” and Roku Channel’s “The Spiderwick Chronicles.”

“Percy Jackson” won eight Emmys overall, the most of any title. Besides the young teen series prize, it won for writing for a young teen series, directing for a single camera live action program, editing for a single camera live action program, visual effects for a live action program, show open, casting for a live action program and music direction and composition for a live action program. “It is such a privilege to get to create stories that bring joy, magic and wonder to kids and families,...

Jonathan Majorsbecame best known for portraying Kang the Conqueror in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and his Emmy-nominated performance in Lovecraft Country before his blossoming career came to a halt after a 2023 conviction for misdemeanor assault and harassment against his ex-partner, Grace Jabbari. Majors, who pleaded not guilty to all charges and was acquitted on other counts, now faces an uphill battle for a comeback. In a recent cover story for The Hollywood Reporter, Majors and other industry insiders interviewed discuss that possibility. Majors has an upcoming project coming out later this month, Magazine Dreams, and its reception should indicate how feasible a comeback is for the actor.

Magazine Dreams centers on an amateur bodybuilder (portrayed by Majors) who dreams of making it big in professional weightlifting competitions. Directed by Elijah Bynum, it premiered at Sundance 2023 to critical acclaim, with much praise for Majors' performance. The film was set for release...

With the long-delayed movie finally about to release, Jonathan Majorsis reflecting on his recent controversies and his Hollywood comeback ahead of Magazine Dreams' debut. Following his Emmy-nominated turn in Lovecraft Country, Majors was enjoying a very quick rise to stardom with the likes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Kang the Conqueror, who was set to be the next Thanos. Majors' career came to a standstill when he was arrested for a domestic assault report by his now-ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, being fired from the MCU and accused of further abuses and convicted of one count of reckless assault in the third degree and harassment.

Now, with Magazine Dreams officially picked up by Briarcliff Entertainment, Majors has sat down with The Hollywood Reporterfor his first major Hollywood comeback interview. The Emmy nominee began by recalling the period of time immediately following his not-guilty plea and trial, which he described as "heartbreak like...

Regulators, mount up! Young Guns, the beloved Western series that began in 1988, is finally back after 35 years, as star Emilio Estevez officially announced yesterday that Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive will film in New Mexico. The best part? Estevez will not only be returning as Billy the Kid in front of the camera, but he'll also be directing the latest installment, which will also feature original cast member Lou Diamond Phillips, and Christian Slater, who appeared in Young Guns 2 in 1990.

Estevez made the announcement yesterday during Film and Media Day at the State Capitol in Santa Fe along with New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. "The original Young Guns films showcased New Mexico's stunning landscapes to the world and helped establish our state as a premier filming destination," she said, adding:

Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive will add to this legacy, further solidifying New Mexico’s place in the national film industry.