Resurrection’s Uma Thurman Not Surprised Dexter Is Alive

Dexter Morgan Returns in “Dexter: Resurrection” Premiere

After being left for dead in the snow in the 2021 series “Dexter: New Blood,” the iconic serial killer Dexter Morgan is back in action in the highly anticipated “Dexter: Resurrection.” The world premiere of the new installment took place in New York City’s Alice Tully Hall, where fans and critics alike witnessed the resurrection of the beloved character.

Played by the original actor Michael C. Hall, Dexter’s return to the screen was made possible after Hall expressed his desire to continue the story. Showrunner Clyde Phillips shared, “Michael Hall came to me and said, ‘Can you figure out how to unkill me?’ We put a lot of thought into it and figured out how to bring Dexter back to life.”

In “Resurrection,” Dexter wakes up from a coma and sets off to New York City to track down his son Harrison, played by Jack Alcott. Alongside Hall and Alcott, the series features returning cast members like James Remar as Dexter’s father Harry and David Zayas as Detective Angel Batista.

Newcomers to the “Dexter” universe include Peter Dinklage as Leon Prater and Uma Thurman as Charley. The star-studded cast also includes Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Kadia Saraf, Dominic Fumusa, and Emilia Suárez in various roles. Guest stars like Krysten Ritter, David Dastamlchian, Eric Stonestreet, and Neil Patrick Harris add to the excitement of Dexter’s resurrection.

As the series unfolds, Dexter is faced with new challenges and adversaries, including a sadistic serial killer played by David Dastamalchian. The theme of redemption and the idea of good monsters versus bad monsters are explored in the narrative, adding depth to the character dynamics.

“Dexter: Resurrection” premieres with two episodes on July 11 for Paramount+ subscribers, with subsequent episodes airing weekly starting July 13 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The revival of Dexter has reignited the excitement among fans and critics, proving that you can’t keep a good monster down.

As Dexter Morgan rises from the ashes, the world is once again captivated by his dark and twisted journey. The legacy of Dexter lives on in “Resurrection,” promising a thrilling and suspenseful return for fans of the iconic series.