July 12, 2025: Prime Video India has confirmed the release of Dexter: Resurrection, the highly anticipated sequel to Dexter: New Blood, timed to coincide with its Prime Day event (July 12–14).
🎬 What to Expect in Season 2025
Michael C. Hall returns as Dexter Morgan, rising from a coma and launching into a tense search for his son Harrison in New York City.
The expanded ensemble features Peter Dinklage as billionaire serial killer Leon Prater, alongside Uma Thurman, Jack Alcott, David Zayas, and Krysten Ritter.
Clyde Phillips returns as creator-showrunner, with Marcos Siega and Monica Raymund directing episodes.
- From July 11 on Paramount+ and Showtime in the U.S., the series launches in India on July 12 with the first two episodes, followed by weekly releases.
🧩 Plot Overview
- Picking up shortly after New Blood, Dexter awakens to find Harrison missing, thrusting him into New York’s dark underworld. A cartel of ritualistic killers, led by the wealthy Leon Prater, serves as the primary threat. The show explores themes of redemption, parental guilt, and moral conflict – hallmarks that defined the original series.
✅ Reception & Significance
Early critical buzz labels Resurrection “a triumphant return,” with rave reviews heralding Michael C. Hall’s performance and the renewed psychological depth of the series.
Industry analysts mark this as one of 2025’s boldest franchise revivals — blending nostalgia with modern storytelling, aiming to rectify past missteps from the original finale.
🔍 Why You Should Care
Iconic comeback: Hall reprises his acclaimed role, while high-profile names (Dinklage, Thurman, Ritter) raise stakes.
Psychological intrigue: The series tackles guilt, identity, and Dexter’s complex dynamics with Harrison.
Prime Day tie-in: Launching during Prime Day gives the show extra visibility in India and bolsters subscriber engagement.
📅 Release Schedule (India)
- Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
- Platform: Prime Video India
- Episodes: First two drop at launch; new episodes follow weekly