The highly anticipated prequel series, "Dexter: Original Sin," has locked in its premiere date, exclusively on Paramount+ in partnership with Showtime. Mark your calendars for December 13th, as the thrilling tale makes its digital debut for streaming and on-demand subscribers, stealing the spotlight ahead of its traditional television premiere on December 15th. The international rollout commences simultaneously on Paramount+ on the 13th, promising a global frenzy of suspense and intrigue.
To whet our appetites, Paramount has unveiled the first tantalizing teaser, narrated by none other than the iconic Michael C. Hall, reprising his legendary role. His haunting voice echoes, "I'm a killer, but I wasn't born this way. I was made." The full teaser, embedded below, is a chilling glimpse into the dark origins of Dexter's twisted journey.
Spanning ten edge-of-your-seat episodes, "Dexter: Original Sin" transports us back to Miami, 1991, where a young Dexter (Patrick Gibson) embarks on a transformative path from innocent student to vengeful serial killer. As his bloodlust threatens to consume him, Dexter must harness his inner demons under the tutelage of his enigmatic father, Harry (Christian Slater). Together, they devise a Code, a meticulous blueprint for eliminating those deemed unworthy of society's grace, all while evading the watchful eye of law enforcement.
This coming-of-age tale of darkness and discovery is further enriched by a star-studded cast, including Patrick Dempsey, Molly Brown, James Martinez, Christina Milian, Alex Shimizu, Reno Wilson, and a special guest appearance by Sarah Michelle Gellar. Michael C. Hall's voice continues to haunt Dexter's psyche, narrating his inner turmoil throughout the series.
Returning to helm this chilling sequel is Clyde Phillips, the original showrunner and executive producer of "Dexter," who brings his masterful touch to "Original Sin." Joining him in the executive producer chairs are Scott Reynolds, Mary Leah Sutton, Tony Hernandez, Lilly Burns, and Michael Lehmann, the visionary director behind "Heathers," who also directs and produces the series. Robert Lloyd Lewis rounds out the production team as producer, with Showtime Studios and Counterpart Studios collaborating to bring this masterpiece to life.
Gary Levine and Urooj Sharif oversee the production for Showtime Studios, under the watchful eye of Tara Power. Beyond Paramount+'s reach, the series is expertly distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution, ensuring that no corner of the world remains untouched by Dexter's sinister legacy. Prepare yourselves for a journey into the depths of humanity's darkest secrets, as "Dexter: Original Sin" unfolds on screens worldwide.
