Michael Hall to narrate 'Dexter' prequel 'Original Sin': Watch teaser
What's the story
Michael C Hall, the original star of Dexter, is set to return to the franchise in two new series, Dexter: Resurrection and Dexter: Original Sin.
The announcement was made at Comic-Con's panel for the prequel series Original Sin.
Building on the terrifying legacy established by Hall's Emmy-winning masterpiece, the Original Sin delves into the sinister origins of the infamous serial killer Dexter Morgan.
The recently released teaser has ignited fervent anticipation among fans.
Prequel synopsis
Comic-Con panel revealed cast and plot details
At the Comic-Con panel, Hall was joined by showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips and cast members Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson, and Molly Brown.
The prequel's official synopsis reveals that Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness under the guidance of his father, Harry.
Slater will portray Dexter's father Harry in the prequel.
Other cast members include Gibson as Dexter, Brown as his sister Debra, and Patrick Dempsey as Aaron Spencer, the Captain of the Miami Metro Homicide.
Twitter Post
Take a look at the teaser here
We’re SO back 💥 Michael C. Hall will OF COURSE be returning as the inner voice on #DexterOriginalSin 🗣️💉 pic.twitter.com/I2uhqPGivT
— Dexter (@SHO_Dexter) July 27, 2024
Series overview
'Resurrection' and 'Original Sin' details revealed
Resurrection, the sequel series, will follow on from the 2021 mini-series New Blood, taking place in the present day and is set to debut in 2025.
On the other hand, Original Sin, the prequel set in 1991, will trace Dexter's transition from student to avenging serial killer.
Makers believe that while Resurrection will appeal to longtime fans, Original Sin aims to introduce a new generation of viewers to the series.
The prequel is slated for a December release.
Production update
Production details of the upcoming series
Resurrection is set to begin production in January. No additional information was given at the panel.
Meanwhile, Dexter: Original Sin is currently in production in Miami and Los Angeles. The cast also includes James Martinez, Christina Milian, Reno Wilson, Alex Shimizu, and Patrick Dempsey.
In the meantime, you can catch the original Dexter series, and its sequel New Blood on Amazon Prime Video.