The Best Order to Watch Dexter: A Complete Guide

Dexter was one of the most iconic shows of the late 2000s. In fact, it was so popular that it got a prequel series and two sequel series. If you’ve been wanting to get into the franchise, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll explain how to watch Dexter in release and chronological order, plus where to watch each series and when you can expect season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection to premiere. Let’s dive in!

What’s the best way to watch Dexter in order?

If you’re watching Dexter for the first time, it’s best to watch in release order to avoid spoiling yourself. Start with the original Dexter, then watch New Blood, Original Sin, and finally Resurrection. If you want to watch in chronological order, start with Original Sin, then watch the rest in release order.

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How to Watch Dexter in Release Order

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If you’re new to the Dexter franchise, we recommend watching each series in the order they were released. This way, you don’t have to worry about spoiling yourself for things that happen later on. Here’s the complete release order:^{[1]
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- Dexter (2006-2013)
- Dexter: New Blood (2021-2022)
- Dexter: Original Sin (2024-2025)
- Dexter: Resurrection (2025-ongoing)

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How to Watch Dexter in Chronological Order

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Another option is to watch Dexter in chronological order, following the show’s in-universe timeline. This means you’ll start with the prequel before diving into the original series. Here’s the complete chronological order:^{[2]
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- Dexter: Original Sin (set in 1991)
- Dexter (set in 2006-2012)
- Dexter: New Blood (set in 2021)
- Dexter: Resurrection (set in 2022)

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Which watch order is best?

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Most fans prefer watching in release order. If you’ve never seen Dexter, the recommended watch order is release order. This is because the prequel, Original Sin, contains spoilers for New Blood.^{[3]
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- Of course, if you really want to watch in chronological order first, go for it! Neither watch order is “wrong.”

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When does Dexter: Resurrection season 2 come out?

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Dexter: Resurrection season 2 is set to premiere in October 2026. Paramount+ has confirmed that season 2 is coming and that production began on April 22, 2026. The new season is set to follow Dexter as he’s “caught between two killers” and dealing with a midlife crisis.^{[4]
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- Unfortunately, however, it looks like we will not be getting a second season of Original Sin, despite it being renewed.^{[5]
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Where to Watch Dexter

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Watch Dexter on Paramount+. Currently, the entire Dexter franchise is available to stream on Paramount+. If you connect your subscription to your Amazon Prime Video, Roku, or Hulu accounts, you can also stream on those sites.

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What is Dexter about?

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Dexter follows a police officer who is secretly a serial killer. Dexter Morgan works for the Miami police by day, but by night, he’s a serial killer who only kills criminals. The show follows his life as he tries to hide his psychopathic tendencies from his sister and girlfriend.^{[6]
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- Original Sin is a prequel that explains how Dexter becomes a serial killer.
- New Blood and Resurrection follow Dexter 10 years after he (spoiler alert!) faked his death and moved to New York.

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More TV Show & Movie Watch Orders

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Need something else to watch while you wait for season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection? You’ve come to the right place! Check out these other wikiHow articles to find the best watch orders for other popular TV shows and movies:
- The Arrowverse
- Buffy and Angel
- Battlestar Galactica
- Stargate
- Doctor Who
- X-Men