Dexter: Resurrection brings back Michael C. Hall as the iconic serial killer Dexter Morgan, continuing the story after the controversial ending of Dexter: New Blood. The new season, which premiered on July 11, 2025, follows Dexter as he awakens from a coma and races to New York City to find his son, Harrison, while evading his past. Here’s a full breakdown of the episodes released so far and what’s coming next.
Dexter: Resurrection Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1: “A Beating Heart” (July 11, 2025)
Dexter wakes up from a ten-week coma after being shot by Harrison. He is confronted by Angel Batista, who now suspects Dexter is the real Bay Harbor Butcher. Meanwhile, Harrison kills a sexual predator at his hotel job and tries to cover it up using Dexter’s methods. Dexter escapes the hospital and heads to New York to find Harrison before the police do.
“Dexter: Resurrection brings our favorite serial killer back and I’m here for it! I missed Dexter so much and was so excited to hear that it was getting revived for this series.”
Episode 2: “Camera Shy” (July 11, 2025)
Dexter tracks Harrison while embedding himself in New York’s ride-share community to hunt a new serial killer. Harrison struggles with guilt over his first kill, and the police find the body parts he disposed of. Batista starts digging into Dexter’s past, setting up a major confrontation.
Episode 3: “Backseat Driver” (July 18, 2025)
Dexter helps Harrison cover his tracks while dealing with Batista’s investigation. A new killer, known as the “Dark Passenger”, is introduced, and Dexter begins hunting him. Meanwhile, Harrison’s mental state worsens as he fears being caught.
Episode 4: “Call Me Red” (July 25, 2025)
Dexter infiltrates a secret gathering of serial killers hosted by billionaire Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage). The episode features shocking reveals, including Dexter’s old blood slide box being part of Prater’s collection. Harrison faces intense police questioning, and Batista closes in on the truth.
“Resurrection is on track to be an all-time great Dexter season. The pacing is spot on, the tension builds with every episode, and every detail feels carefully crafted.”
Episode 5: “Murder Horny” (August 1, 2025)
Dexter gets closer to a seductive killer, Mia (Kristin Ritter), who targets sexual predators. Meanwhile, Harrison spirals further into darkness as Batista pressures him. The episode includes a flashback to Dexter: Original Sin, connecting the two series.
Upcoming Episodes
Episode 6: “Cats and Mouse” (August 8, 2025)
Dexter hunts a narcissistic killer, while Harrison faces an identity crisis. Batista continues investigating the link between Dexter and recent NYC killings.
Episode 7: “Course Correction” (August 15, 2025)
Dexter attends a remote retreat hosted by Leon Prater and uncovers disturbing secrets about Gareth (David Dastmalchian). Harrison considers his future after witnessing injustice.
Episode 8: “The Kill Room Where It Happens” (August 22, 2025)
Dexter tries to be a better father while Claudette Wallace digs into Miami Metro’s past. Prater discovers something that could endanger Harrison.
Episode 9: “Touched by an Ángel” (September 5, 2025)
The penultimate episode will likely escalate the conflict between Dexter, Batista, and the serial killer network.
Episode 10: “And Justice For All…” (TBA)
The season finale promises a dramatic conclusion to Dexter’s latest chapter.
Where to Watch
New episodes of Dexter: Resurrection air every Friday on Paramount+ Premium.
Also read: Dexter: Resurrection Season 1 Episode 5 Release Time and How to Watch in All Regions
Credits: Information gathered from IMDb, USA Today, Dexter Daily, and Screen Rant.
