Dexter: Original Sin (2024)
Kernel Score: 91% · 378 ratings
Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery
First aired: 2024-12-15
Seasons: 1 · 10 episodes
Where to watch Dexter: Original Sin
- Stream: Fubo, Paramount+, Spectrum On Demand
- Free with ads: Prime Video, Paramount+, The Roku Channel
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In 1991 Miami, Dexter Morgan 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. With the guidance of his father, Harry, he adopts a Code designed to help him find and kill people who deserve to be eliminated from society without getting on law enforcements' radar. This is a particular challenge for young Dexter as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.
Dexter: Original Sin parents' guide: ages 16+
Parents need to know that Dexter: Original Sin is a TV-MA prequel crime drama about a young serial killer channeling his violent urges to target other criminals.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Centers on a serial killer hunting and eliminating people, with graphic violent content typical of the Dexter franchise.
- Language: Moderate — As a TV-MA crime drama, strong profanity is expected throughout.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Patrick Gibson as Dexter Morgan
- Christian Slater as Harry Morgan
- Molly Brown as Debra Morgan
- James Martinez as Angel Batista
- Christina Milian as Maria LaGuerta
- Alex Shimizu as Vince Masuka
- Reno Wilson as Bobby Watt
- Patrick Dempsey as Aaron Spencer
- Michael C. Hall as Dexter's Inner Voice (voice)
Dexter: Original Sin FAQ
Is Dexter: Original Sin good?
Dexter: Original Sin has a 91% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 378 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dexter: Original Sin?
In the US you can stream Dexter: Original Sin on Fubo, Paramount+ and Spectrum On Demand, watch it free with ads on Prime Video, Paramount+ and The Roku Channel and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Dexter: Original Sin OK for kids?
Dexter: Original Sin is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 16+. Parents need to know that Dexter: Original Sin is a TV-MA prequel crime drama about a young serial killer channeling his violent urges to target other criminals.
What shows are like Dexter: Original Sin?
If you liked Dexter: Original Sin, try Dexter, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Dexter: New Blood and CSI: Miami.