The original series of Dexter concluded on a chilling note, but Dexter: New Blood aims to revive the story, presenting a ninth season as a second finale. This installment follows Dexter Morgan, a blood-spatter analyst who secretly lives a double life as a serial killer, hunting those who have evaded justice. While many characters from the original series meet untimely ends due to Dexter’s dark activities, Dexter: New Blood manages to bring back some familiar faces.
Main Characters
Michael C. Hall as Dexter Morgan
Michael C. Hall returns to portray Dexter Morgan, who has assumed a new identity as Jim Lindsay after faking his death at the end of the original series. Living off the grid in Iron Lake, New York, Dexter now works in a local store, but his past soon catches up with him.
Jennifer Carpenter as Debra Morgan
Debra Morgan, Dexter’s adopted sister, makes a return despite her death in the original series. In Dexter: New Blood, she appears as a manifestation of Dexter’s conscience, reflecting his mental state and guiding him through his turmoil a decade later.
Jack Alcott as Harrison Morgan
Harrison, Dexter’s son, is now a teenager seeking to reconnect with his father. After a difficult childhood, Harrison tracks Dexter down in Iron Lake, where he begins to show similar dark tendencies as his father.
Julia Jones as Angela Bishop
Angela Bishop serves as the Chief of Police in Iron Lake and has a complex relationship with Dexter. As she investigates a series of murders in the area, she begins to suspect Dexter’s true nature, which complicates their connection.
Johnny Sequoyah as Audrey Bishop
Audrey is Angela’s teenage daughter, who becomes friends with Harrison. She is outspoken and advocates for justice, which sometimes leads to trouble for her mother.
Clancy Brown as Kurt Caldwell
Kurt Caldwell is the main antagonist in Dexter: New Blood. As a powerful figure in Iron Lake, he becomes embroiled in Dexter’s world when his son goes missing, leading to a confrontation between the two.
Alano Miller as Logan
Logan is a sergeant in the local police department and a wrestling coach who stands up for those in need, including Harrison.
Supporting Characters
The series also features a range of supporting characters, including the return of the Trinity Killer, Arthur Mitchell, portrayed by John Lithgow. Other notable characters include Matt Caldwell, a troubled youth, and Jamie Chung’s character, a journalist investigating local crimes, posing a potential threat to Dexter.
Conclusion
Dexter: New Blood offers fans a deeper exploration of its iconic characters, tying up loose ends from the original series while introducing new dynamics that challenge Dexter in unexpected ways.