Overview

• Multiple outlets reported Aug. 22–23 that Showtime/Paramount has reversed its April season 2 order for the Dexter prequel.
• No writers’ room convened and no shooting dates were set after season 1 ended in February, which made the rollback relatively simple.
• Following the Skydance-Paramount merger, new leadership including Matt Thunell is reassessing the programming slate.
• Attention is shifting to Dexter: Resurrection, with a writers’ room reportedly opening for a potential second season, though no renewal is confirmed.
• Original Sin premiered in December 2024, earned strong viewership and reviews, and featured Patrick Gibson with Michael C. Hall as narrator, but will conclude after one season.