Dexter: Original Sin Breaks Showtime's Streaming Records
The prequel series attracted 2.1 million viewers across platforms in its debut, becoming Showtime's most-streamed premiere to date.
- Dexter: Original Sin, a prequel set in 1991, follows a young Dexter Morgan as he begins his journey toward becoming a vigilante serial killer.
- The series premiered on Paramount+ on December 13 and on Showtime on December 15, drawing 2.1 million viewers in its first three days.
- This marks Showtime's most-streamed premiere ever, surpassing the record previously held by the second season debut of Yellowjackets in 2023.
- The show explores Dexter's early development, including his adoption of the 'Code' and his forensics internship at Miami Metro Police Department.
- Future developments in the Dexter franchise include a sequel series, Dexter: Resurrection, planned for 2025, with Michael C. Hall set to reprise his role.