Summary
TheDexter: Resurrectioncast added aModern Familyactor in a role some viewers may not expect from the commonly comedic performer.
Dexter: Resurrectionmarks Michael C. Hall’s second return as the eponymous serial killer. 8 years after the originalDexterseries finale disappointed most fans, theDexter: New Bloodminiseries took a second stab at wrapping up Dexter Morgan’s story by having the character meet his demise at the hands of his teenage son Harrison. However,Dexter: Resurrectionis retconning theNew Bloodendingby having Dexter Morgan survive his wounds and seemingly find himself in New York City. With production onDexter: Resurrectioncurrently underway, a cast of familiar and new faces has assembled in New York City, and the latest addition is someoneModern Familyfans will recognize.
Modern Family Actor Takes On A Killer Role In Dexter: Resurrection
Deadlinereports thatModern Familyactor Eric Stonestreet has joined theDexter: Resurrectioncast.Stonestreet will play a character named Al, who has a midwestern background and is believed to be a serial killer. According to the trade, Stonestreet will appear in four episodes ofDexter: Resurrection. The Emmy-winning actor celebrated the news by sharing the trade’s report on his casting on Instagram and expressing how excited he was to work with the “outstanding"Dexter: Resurrectionteam. While Stonestreet may be best known for his comedic role as Cameron Tucker inModern Family, he has experience with dramatic characters on projects such asCSI: Crime Scene Investigationand the HBO political thriller filmConfirmation.
Who Else Has Joined The Dexter: Resurrection Cast?
Stonestreet joinsDexterfranchise veterans Hall, James Remar as Harry Morgan (Dexter’s late father who appears as the personification of his inner monologue), David Zayas as Angel Batista, and Jack Alcott as Harrison. The cast of newcomers includes big-name performers likeKill Billlead Uma Thurman,How I Met Your Motherstar Neil Patrick Harris,Game of Thronesactor Peter Dinklage, andJessica Jonesactress Krysten Ritter. WhileDexter: Resurrectionplot details are unknown, Thurman is known to be playing Charley, the head of security to Dinklage’s Leon Prater, a billionaire philanthropist with a dark secret who is reportedly the show’s primary antagonist. Ritter plays a renowned sommelier named Mia Lapierre, who is said to be hiding a “serial killer secret.” Aside from being called “Lowell,” little is known about Harris' role.
It’s unclear how Dexter Morgan will meet these newcomers or how the returning characters factor into the story. However, fans know that at least one favorite character won’t return.Jennifer Carpenter confirmed she won’t appear inDexter: Resurrectionas Debra Morgan. While Carpenter reprised her role inDexter: New Blood(with the deceased Debra replacing Harry as Dexter’s guiding ghost), the actress explained that she felt she “completed that box” but hoped that everyone involved in the new series is having “a wonderful time.”
While many fans question the need for anotherDexterseries, others argueDexter: Resurrectioncan save the franchise. The originalDexterseries was once praised as one of television’s best shows. However, its reputation was stained by weaker later seasons and two failed finales. There’s an argument to be made about letting the series rest, but some believeDexter: Resurrectionwill be worth it if the new show can end Dexter Morgan’s story on a more satisfying note. It’s too early to tell howDexter: Resurrectionwill fare in that regard, but the new series is undoubtedly rounding up a cast that is raising interest.
Dexter: Resurrectionis scheduled to premiere in the summer of 2025 on Paramount Plus.
Dexter
Based on the character created by author Jeff Lindsay, Showtime’sDexterfollows Miami Metro Police Department’s most skilled blood spatter analyst, Dexter Morgan, as he attempts to satisfy his Dark Passenger’s need to kill by hunting down criminals who have escaped justice. However, using the rules his adoptive father taught him to remain undiscovered, Dexter must walk the fine line of seemingly blending into society while continuously feeding his dark urges. Dexter faces several serial killers as his facade slowly crumbles around him; with every problem solved by his Dark Passenger, another one arises for his suburban fatherly life. When Dexter takes things personally or feels that the law is failing, he takes matters into his own hands and even compromises the investigations of his co-workers.Dexteraired on Showtime for eight seasons before receiving a mini-sequel series calledDexter: New Blood, which picked up ten years after the show’s events. You can buy each season for just $9.99 for Prime Day.
