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The “Dexter” universe continued to grow, putting together a prequel series, sequel series, and the newest sequel series, “Dexter: Resurrection.” Though the shows that have to do with Michael C. Hall as the serial killer, it is the prequel of his younger self that has gotten the axe.
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“Dexter: Original Sin” has been canceled by Paramount after just one season. Oddly enough, the series received a renewal back in April, but that is no longer the case. Instead, the series will come to an abrupt end after just one season.
Variety reported on the cancellation, providing more details about the show being shut down.
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“A Season 2 renewal announcement went out in April, but sources say the series has in fact been on hiatus and no plans to shoot a second season had moved forward and no production dates were scheduled. The show had originally debuted in December 2024 and wrapped up its first, and now only season, in February.”
“Dexter: Original Sin” follows a young Dexter Morgan as he traverses the world of becoming the beloved serial killer he is as an adult in the original series. Patrick Gibson portrays Dexter, and Christian Slater portrays Harry Morgan, the police detective who teaches his son how to kill with purpose.
The series had decent reviews, securing a 70 percent critic rating and 78% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, it could be that audiences may have been getting confused as to which series they should be watching.
The original “Dexter” series ran from 2006 to 2013 and was a smash hit for Showtime. Eight years later, “Dexter: New Blood” was created, picking up right where the original series left off.
Dexter is now a bit of a hermit living in the wilderness, when his past begins to catch up with him. The series ran for 10 episodes and one season.
The end of “New Blood” paved the way for “Dexter: Resurrection,” which brings Hall back as the fan-favorite killer.
It seems that “Original Sin” may not have been nearly as popular, considering Hall is not involved apart from playing the part of narrator. Paramount is likely putting its proverbial eggs into the sequel series’ basket.
The Variety report also indicates the writers’ room is being opened for the second season of “Resurrection.” Sadly, this means there be no more prequel stories being told about Dexter Morgan.
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