Harsh Vardhan
The filming of Paramount+ with Showtime’s crime drama series ‘Dexter: Original Sin’ will begin in Los Angeles, California, and Miami, Florida, on June 3 and last until November 28, 2024. The series serves as a prequel to ‘Dexter’ and its sequel ‘Dexter: New Blood.’ Clyde Phillips, who developed the latter show, is the showrunner of the upcoming prequel. The franchise is based on Jeff Lindsay’s ‘Dexter’ book series. Patrick Gibson (‘Shadow and Bone‘) headlines the cast as the titular serial killer.
The plot follows Dexter (Gibson) in 1991 Miami as a student transitioning into a serial killer in training. When his bloodthirsty urges can no longer be ignored, he finds solace and understanding in Harry. As his only confidant, he teaches Dexter a code that’s designed to help him find and kill people who deserve to die—all while avoiding getting caught by law enforcement. This is a particular challenge for young Dexter as he begins a forensics internship at the Miami Metro Police Department.
According to reports, ‘Original Sin’ will also integrate narratives involving real-life serial killers from the corresponding time frame, which most likely will be the 1980s. This choice aligns with the timeline of the original series, which premiered in 2006. Serial killers such as Eddie Lee Mosley and Manuel Pardo were present in the Miami region during the same period.
Showrunner Clyde Phillips stated he “couldn’t be more excited” about exploring the Dexter universe once again. “It’s a privilege to contemplate going even deeper with these complex and iconic characters—and the stories, themes, and possibilities they inspire,” he added. His recent credits include projects such as ‘Feed the Beast’ and ‘Nurse Jackie.’
Michael C. Hall portrayed the elder version of Gibson’s Dexter in ‘Dexter’ and ‘Dexter: New Blood.’ Gibson will star alongside Christian Slater and Molly Brown in the prequel. Slater and Brown will portray Dexter’s father, Harry Morgan, and younger sister, Debra Morgan, respectively.
James Remar portrayed Harry Morgan in the original series, a police officer who found Dexter as a baby at a crime scene. Recognizing Dexter’s potential for violence, Harry guided him to channel his impulses into a strict code of conduct, which serves as a guiding voice in Dexter’s mind. Deb, played by Jennifer Carpenter, emulates her father’s dedication to law enforcement, but her world is upended when she uncovers Dexter’s hidden identity, leading to a profound shift in her life.
Los Angeles and Miami, where the filming of the prequel is set to start, are also significant locations of the original ‘Dexter’ series. The City of Angels previously hosted the production of shows such as ‘True Detective’ and ‘Criminal Minds.’ ‘Griselda‘ and ‘American Crime Story’ are two of the several prominent productions shot in Miami.
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