Showtime and Paramount+ have demonstrated strong confidence in their Dexter prequel, Dexter: Original Sin, by renewing the series for a second season. The decision comes remarkably quickly, only six weeks after the conclusion of the show’s first run, fueled by positive viewership figures that indicate audience enthusiasm for this expansion of the Dexter story.
The series, which explores the early years of Dexter Morgan as he learns the ‘code’ from his adoptive father Harry, stars Patrick Gibson in the title role. The cast also includes Christian Slater as Harry, Molly Brown as Debra Morgan, alongside notable actors Patrick Dempsey and Sarah Michelle Gellar. Reports suggest that a writers’ room dedicated to developing the second season’s storylines is set to convene shortly, although specific production dates have not yet been announced.
The network’s swift renewal is supported by data showing significant audience engagement. The premiere episode reportedly attracted 2.1 million viewers globally across both Paramount+ and Showtime platforms within its initial three days. Furthermore, viewership grew throughout the season, with the finale drawing 2.68 million global viewers, marking a 27% increase from the premiere and becoming the most-streamed episode of the season. This strong performance confirms audience interest in exploring Dexter’s origins and justifies the continuation of the prequel series. Season 2 is expected to further explore Dexter’s development under Harry’s guidance.
