Episodes
Dexter
Dexter Morgan, a forensics expert who leads a secret life as a killer of unconvicted criminals, is impressed by the work of a new serial killer.
Crocodile
Dexter's world is rocked when a rival serial murderer, dubbed The Ice Truck Killer by the media, privately contacts him and reveals that he knows Dexter's grisly secret. Meanwhile, Dexter's sister Debra is transferred to Homicide.
Popping Cherry
Dexter and Debra try to dissuade their boss from pursuing a security guard they believe he has wrongly identified as the Ice Truck Killer; Dexter's girlfriend receives an unwelcome visit from an associate of her imprisoned husband.
Let's Give the Boy a Hand
The Ice Truck Killer begins leaving body parts from his victims at sites that relate to memories from Dexter's childhood, forcing him to confront his dark personal history.
Love American Style
The Homicide Division is buzzing after the Ice Truck Killer's latest victim is found mutilated but alive, while Dexter gets in over his head when he stalks a murderous human trafficker.
Return to Sender
The Ice Truck Killer leaves Dexter a surprise at the scene of one of Dexter's recent kills, placing him firmly in the cross hairs of his own Homicide Division colleagues.
Circle of Friends
The Ice Truck Killer is finally identified, but something about the suspect doesn't sit right with Dexter, who must also deal with the menacing return of Rita's paroled ex-husband.
Shrink Wrap
The strange suicide of a powerful woman leads Dexter to suspect her shrink of murder, but he gets a shock when a visit to the suspect opens up dark secrets from Dexter's past.
Father Knows Best
Dexter is joined by Rita, Debra and Rudy for a weekend away when he learns that his biological father, whom he was told died thirty years ago, has just recently passed away and left him everything he owned, including his house.
Seeing Red
When Dexter is sent to investigate a bloody crime scene, deeply suppressed memories from his childhood begin to resurface.
Truth Be Told
The Ice Truck Killer takes extreme measures, forcing Dexter into a trap that will forever change his life, while Doakes begins to harbor suspicions about Dexter's odd behavior.
Born Free
Dexter follows the clues left for him by The Ice Truck Killer, in hopes of finding his lost sister Debra.
It's Alive!
Dexter finds himself unable to kill again after the harrowing conclusion to The Ice Truck Killer case, and strays from his personal code with disastrous results; Debra returns to work but may not be ready.
Waiting to Exhale
Dexter remains on the trail of a dangerous new victim, while the traumatized Debra loses control on the job and a high-profile FBI agent arrives in Miami to investigate a newly discovered serial killer, The Bay Harbor Butcher.
An Inconvenient Lie
Dexter's sudden inability to deceive has him pursuing a slick liar as his next victim, while Rita believes he's concealing a drug problem and forces him into a 12-step program where he meets Lila, a seductive new woman.
See-Through
Rita finds herself threatened by Dexter's sexy new Narcotics Anonymous sponsor Lila, and stressed by a visit from her estranged mother, while Dexter tries to throw the dogged, intelligent FBI Agent Lundy off his bloody trail.
The Dark Defender
Dexter gets the surprise of his life when he learns that one of his mother's murderers is alive and still in Florida. He confronts the killer as part of his recovery from addiction—but he also discovers that old impulses die hard.
Dex, Lies, and Videotape
A new copycat killer openly mimics and claims to be inspired by "The Bay Harbor Butcher," driving the annoyed Dexter into the arms of Lila, a development that could spell the end of his relationship with Rita.
That Night, a Forest Grew
A written manifesto from "The Bay Harbor Butcher" sends the task force in charge of capturing him into chaos, which is part of Dexter's plan for keeping Lundy off his trail.
Morning Comes
Dexter decides that Lila is becoming too attached, decides "recovery" isn't working for him, and pays another visit to his mother's killer; Debra, Batista and Lundy find a clue that points to The Bay Harbor Butcher being right under their noses.
Resistance Is Futile
Dexter tries to distance himself from Lila, but discovers she is not so willing to let go of their relationship; Lundy's manhunt makes Dexter nervous as he tries to stay one step ahead.
There's Something About Harry
Dexter turns the tables on Doakes, but the triumph is short-lived when the sergeant reveals a lifechanging secret that shakes his foundation.
Left Turn Ahead
Dexter dodges bullets both figurative and real as he is forced to decide the fates of those he cares about most; Lila attempts to blackmail Dexter and makes a startling discovery that changes the nature of their relationship.
The British Invasion
Special Agent Lundy and the FBI finally settle the case of the Bay Harbor Butcher, but the heat's not entirely off Dexter as the flames literally close in.
Our Father
Dexter's life seems to be smoothly back on track, until he targets a dope dealer called "Freebo" who is also in the sights of Assistant D.A. Miguel Prado; Internal Affairs pressures Debra to rat on her new partner.
Finding Freebo
Every cop in Miami is tasked with finding the fugitive Freebo, who is accused of killing the younger brother of Assistant D.A. Miguel Prado; Dexter and Rita move closer to making a big decision about their family.
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
Dexter encounters a fellow predator - but this one is a pedophile; a murder is pinned on Freebo but Dexter knows the truth; Dexter struggles with the fact of his growing friendship with Miguel.
All in the Family
Dexter scrambles to convince Rita that his marriage proposal is sincere and romantic; Miguel's vengeful brother Ramon searches desperately for their sibling's murderer, who was secretly killed by Dexter.
Turning Biminese
Dexter hears the story of a husband who has gotten away with murdering two wives for financial gain and tracks the man to Bimini, but Rita has a medical emergency while Dexter has disappeared.
Sí Se Puede
Dexter tests Miguel to see if he is on his dark-side job. Rita questions her career path after being fired from her job. Debra believes she in some way caused another homicide while working on her current case.
Easy as Pie
Dexter begins working with Miguel but they quickly have differences in selecting a potential new victim; Rita discovers that Miguel's wife suspects him of an affair; an old friend of Dexter's asks for help in ending her life.
The Damage a Man Can Do
Dexter undertakes to teach Miguel the Code, but doesn't realize he's whetting his partner's thirst for blood; Debra is one step closer to finding the Skinner but a secret revealed about Anton sends him packing.
About Last Night
The friendship between Dexter and Miguel becomes strained even as Rita revolves to confront Miguel about his suspected infidelity; Debra searches furiously for Anton when it's revealed that he was abducted by the Skinner.
Go Your Own Way
A series of chess-like moves ensues when Dexter and Miguel vie for the upper hand, with Miguel winning Rita's affection by presenting her with a lavish wedding gift. Debra wonders if her relationship with Anton is worth the trouble.
I Had a Dream
Dexter must find a way to get rid of Miguel despite the fact that his friend is a highly placed district attorney (and Dexter's best man); Rita discovers that Miguel has been seeing an old flame; Debra finds a new clue to the Skinner's identity.
Do You Take Dexter Morgan?
Dexter attempts to calm the unstable Ramon now that Miguel is out of the picture; Debra is about to receive her detective's shield but is blind-sided with information that could derail her promotion.
Living the Dream
Dexter sleeplessly struggles to balance his new family life with his dark, murderous drive for a fresh victim, and his busier-than-ever forensic career pursuing a new target, "The Trinity Killer."
Remains to Be Seen
Dexter realizes that he has carelessly misplaced crucial evidence that could expose his dark side to the world, while helping to investigate new slayings that Agent Frank Lundy insists are the work of Trinity.
Blinded by the Light
Dexter is hampered by his neighborhood's increased vigilance due to vandalism, his temporary inability to drive himself anywhere, and his admiration for the killing technique of the artful Trinity Killer.
Dex Takes a Holiday
Rita goes to a wedding with the kids, allowing Dexter to have his own little vacation. He does what he does best when alone, hunt, and goes after an officer with a dark secret.
Dirty Harry
Dexter is inspired to investigate the Trinity Killer on his own, while Debra blames herself for an event that was out of her control, and Rita realizes how little she knows her husband after discovering one of his secrets.
If I Had a Hammer
Dexter doubles his efforts to stay ahead of the official Trinity investigation, and receives relationship advice about the friction between himself and Rita from a most unexpected source.
Slack Tide
Dexter finally strikes a balance between family, career and his secret life, but is thwarted in his pursuit of his next victim, while Debra expresses a renewed and unwelcome interest in their father's checkered past. Miami Metro Homicide tries to solve the Model Killer Case.
Road Kill
Dexter wonders if his father's Code is truly the right path, and hopes to get answers by accompanying Trinity on an out-of-town road trip to Tampa; Debra discovers that her single-minded pursuit of Trinity has blinded her to the true identity of her assailant.
Hungry Man
For most people, Thanksgiving is a time for traditions and family. But for Dexter, it’s an opportunity to learn more about Arthur's bizarre and twisted world. Meanwhile, Rita has her hands full preparing dinner for a packed house, Debra uses the holiday to further investigate Trinity, and Batista gets closure on an old case.
Lost Boys
The disappearance of a ten-year-old boy forces Dexter to question his assumptions about Trinity, while Cody defends one of Dexter's lies and Masuka is unable to face what he witnessed on Thanksgiving.
Hello, Dexter Morgan
Dexter must buy time to protect himself when Debra's investigation brings the department one step away from identifying Arthur as the Trinity Killer; Rita confides in Dexter, but is disappointed in the result.
The Getaway
Dexter and Arthur find themselves on a collision course, as Debra unearths a shocking long-hidden truth, Rita admits her marriage to Dexter is troubled, and Batista and LaGuerta face the consequences of an ethics breach.
My Bad
Dexter must make a choice; Quinn stirs up trouble for Dexter but supports Deb.
Hello, Bandit
Dexter tries to focus his energy on his kids and fight his dark urges, but a shocking discovery puts him on the trail of a new victim; Debra hosts her brother and his children but finds herself squeezed out of her own place, and ends up on Quinn's doorstep.
Practically Perfect
In an effort to create more free time to stalk and kill victims, Dexter hires a nanny; Debra is annoyed by her new partner, a rookie with her own theories on a bizarre double homicide; Quinn pursues the theory that Trinity did not kill Rita.
Beauty and the Beast
Dexter finds himself in a strange situation when, instead of taking a life, he has to save one. Deb has a scary confrontation with a key suspect in the Santa Muerte murder cases; Quinn continues following up on the strange similarities between "Kyle Butler" and Dexter Morgan.
First Blood
When Dexter is saddled with an unwanted conspirator, he is forced to make some hard decisions about her fate; meanwhile, Dexter wonders if Rita's death has awakened a darkness inside Harrison; due to Quinn's recent suspension, Debra works the Santa Muerte case alone, leaving Quinn time to enlist an old friend to look into Dexter.
Everything Is Illumenated
Trying to get his life back on track, Dexter hunts a new target, but is distracted and drawn into a precarious situation while helping his troubled acquaintance; Batista discovers an interesting lead in the Santa Muerte murder cases; Quinn learns some new information about Dexter from a questionable source.
Circle Us
While helping Lumen, Dexter finds himself on a collision course with Debra and the rest of Homicide when he is called to investigate a horrifying crime scene; the Santa Muerte case leads to a violent standoff between Debra and the killers.
Take It!
While attending a self-help seminar, Dexter and Lumen stalk a violent killer; Debra gets into unexpected trouble from the fallout of the Santa Muerte case, forcing Batista to make a difficult decision.
Teenage Wasteland
In the midst of hunting their next victim, Dexter and Lumen are surprised by the return of an unannounced guest; Debra is assigned to the file room, but manages to uncover new evidence in the Barrel Girl case.
In the Beginning
Dexter discovers a possible ally in the pursuit of Lumen's former captors, but he and Lumen are forced to step down when homicide uncovers evidence linked to one of their prior victims; Debra identifies two more suspects in the Barrel Girls case.
Hop a Freighter
Dexter is forced to do damage control after he concedes that someone outside of Miami Metro has taken an interest in him and Lumen; Debra's speculation on the missing Barrel Girl suspects begins to take shape; Quinn becomes more involved in a homicide than he'd like to be.
The Big One
Dexter realizes that he and Lumen are being lured into a trap and risks everything to escape; Debra lets her personal feelings overwhelm her instincts in the Barrel Girls case; Quinn needs help that only Dexter can provide.
Those Kinds of Things
Dexter Morgan attends his 20th high school reunion to hunt a former Prom King; Homicide's investigation into a gruesome, faith-based murder causes Dexter to ask some spiritual questions and consider his son's legacy; solid in her relationship with Quinn and her role as detective, Debra becomes an unexpected hero.
Once Upon a Time...
To solve a mysterious and macabre murder, Homicide brings in Brother Sam, a minister with a criminal past whom Dexter recognizes as a fellow killer that might have found a cover even better than his own; now a local hero, Debra is surprised by two life-changing proposals.
Smokey and the Bandit
Dexter is confronted with a sobering glimpse of his own potential future when a serial killer from his past makes a startling reappearance; Debra is uncomfortable in her new job; Travis struggles to keep his mentor happy, as he and Gellar prepare a new twisted tableau, ensuring Debra's next task will be a daunting one.
A Horse of a Different Color
Much to his own surprise, an emergency with Harrison and a new tableau from Gellar and Travis has Dexter leaning on Brother Sam and an unexpected winged messenger for support as he questions the idea of faith; with proof of a religiously motivated killer, Homicide hunts for a zealot, with Debra giving her first official press conference.
The Angel of Death
With the help of his newfound friend Brother Sam, Dexter wonders if there is light within him to counter the darkness, while the search for the Doomsday Killers takes him in a new direction; Batista and Quinn pay a visit to the university where Professor Gellar taught; due to departmental regulations following the shooting, Debra is forced to begin therapy.
Just Let Go
Dexter is caught up in a very personal case that awakens the needs of his Dark Passenger; Debra feels overwhelmed by her new Lieutenant duties, made all the more complicated when she finds out Quinn slept with a witness in the Doomsday case.
Nebraska
Dexter finds himself teamed up with a fellow Dark Passenger when he takes a road trip to Nebraska to tie up some loose ends from the past; Debra deals with the complications of her promotion as she leads the Doomsday investigation.
Sin of Omission
Dexter uses lessons he learned from Brother Sam to follow up on some new leads in the Doomsday investigation; Debra butts heads with Captain LaGuerta over the case of a dead call girl.
Get Gellar
Dexter receives help from an unexpected source while hunting The Doomsday Killers and staying one step ahead of Homicide; Debra discovers something new about herself in therapy.
Ricochet Rabbit
Dexter tries to figure out The Doomsday Killers' next victim before it's too late; Debra has a strong reaction to a crime scene, which leads her to the realization that she leans too heavily on her brother."
Talk to the Hand
Dexter finds that in order to catch The Doomsday Killers, he must create a macabre tableau of his own; Debra's battle with LaGuerta over the case of the dead call girl boils over, and her therapist makes an unnerving suggestion.
This Is the Way the World Ends
Dexter and Homicide race against a lunar eclipse to catch the Doomsday Killers before their final gruesome act. Meanwhile, Debra struggles with a new emotional reality.
Are You...?
After witnessing her brother kill, Debra attempts to reconcile with Dexter while struggling to cover up their involvement with the murder. Meanwhile, Detective Mike Anderson has an unfortunate run-in, Quinn and Batista begin to make amends, and LaGuerta finds evidence that causes her to re-think the closed Bay Harbor Butcher case.
Sunshine and Frosty Swirl
When a local convict claims he has new information regarding a 15-year-old crime spree, Miami Metro sets out to unearth new evidence on the case. Debra attempts to cure Dexter of his killer tendencies. Meanwhile, the Mike Anderson case leads to the Ukrainian mob and a vengeful Louis won't stop meddling with Dexter's life.
Buck the System
Dexter tries to bring Debra on board with his new target. While the Ukrainian mob seeks revenge for the killing of one of their own, Quinn grows close to a dancer at their strip club. LaGuerta, convinced the Bay Harbor Butcher is still out there, attempts to enlist Batista to help her re-open the case.
Run
After capturing a deadly killer, things go awry for Miami Metro, sending Debra into a tailspin. In an effort to help his sister, Dexter enters into a dangerous game of cat and mouse, while the Ukrainian mob continues to seek revenge.
Swim Deep
While trying to uncover why Louis was killed on his boat, Dexter must out-maneuver Isaak, who's after Dexter - and Debra. New leads are brought to light on the Wayne Randall killing spree case by his alluring former accomplice, Hannah McKay, who Dexter discovers has a secret.
Do the Wrong Thing
Debra gets to know a local crime writer who's dug up some incriminating dirt on Hannah McKay - Dexter's newest obsession. Quinn gets an offer he tries to refuse and Batista is drawn to a new business opportunity. LaGuerta keeps digging into The Bay Harbor Butcher case.
Chemistry
Things heat up as Dexter and Hannah grow closer, and when Sal Price discovers the two are involved, he wants the exclusive story. Sal helps Debra uncover new evidence about Hannah, while Quinn makes questionable choices to protect his girlfriend, Nadia.
Argentina
Dexter tries to keep Debra in the dark about his relationship with Hannah, but a surprise visit from a few people from his past throws a wrench into Dexter's plans. Now out of jail, Isaak renews his pursuit of Dexter, while Quinn continues his power struggle with the Koshkas.
Helter Skelter
Dexter is preoccupied with Isaak still on the loose, but an internal struggle within the Koshka Brotherhood could work to Dexter's advantage. And while Miami Metro is on the hunt for a Phantom Arsonist, Dexter goes to great lengths to protect his relationship with Hannah, asking a favor of Debra that causes her to question her loyalty to Dexter.
The Dark... Whatever
A surprise visit from Hannah's father puts Dexter on alert and the Phantom Arsonist's crimes become more gruesome. Defending Nadia's honor forces Quinn into a dangerous situation and LaGuerta brings in Matthews to help her with The Bay Harbor Butcher case.
Do You See What I See?
As Christmas approaches, Dexter tries to balance his life with Hannah and his relationship with Debra, but unbeknownst to Dexter, Debra follows up on a potentially incriminating tip. Dexter learns that the man responsible for ordering his mother's death has been released from prison, and zeros in for a kill that might end all kills.
Surprise, Motherfucker!
As LaGuerta closes in on Dexter's secret, Dexter struggles to protect himself, Debra and the life he's built.
A Beautiful Day
Six months after LaGuerta’s murder, Dexter is still managing life as a dad, brother, and serial killer. Debra now works as a PI for a private firm and Batista has replaced her as Lieutenant. Meanwhile, Miami Metro investigates the murder of a man who has had pieces of his brain removed.
Every Silver Lining...
Miami Metro continues their hunt for The Brain Surgeon, while Dr. Vogel enlists Dexter's help. Debra continues to track down her PI case and has to take matters into her own hands.
What's Eating Dexter Morgan?
Dexter continues his manhunt for The Brain Surgeon. Dr. Vogel tries to prove to Dexter that he’s perfect as a psychopath. While Debra’s PTSD kicks in and her guilt from the past begins to creep up.
Scar Tissue
Dexter tracks down another potential serial killer from Dr. Vogel’s list. Quinn celebrates his passing of the Sergeant’s exam by defending Debra’s honor in a fight. Dr. Vogel begins treating Debra for her PTSD.
This Little Piggy
Dr. Vogel comes into contact with The Brain Surgeon. So Dexter and Debra come together to try and keep her safe.
A Little Reflection
Dexter monitors a troubled young man. Dexter and Debra finally get back to normal.
Dress Code
Dexter and Debra’s newly healed relationship is threatened. Dex adjusts to being a mentor.
Are We There Yet?
Dexter tracks down his protégé in the belief that he murdered an innocent person. Meanwhile, Dexter tries to help Hannah escape the country.
Make Your Own Kind of Music
Dexter investigates a murder that hits close to home. Meanwhile, Dr. Vogel gets the surprise of her life when someone from her past returns.
Goodbye Miami
With Dr. Vogel's help, Dexter tries to lure The Brain Surgeon to a location in order to get him on the table. In the meanwhile, Dexter witnesses a murder.
Monkey in a Box
Dexter is torn between fleeing the country with Hannah and Harrison or taking Saxon out for good. Dexter's inaction results in a grisly and unexpected consequence.
Remember the Monsters?
As a deadly hurricane closes in, Dexter must make a life-altering decision to protect those he loves.
Cast
Michael C. Hall
Dexter Morgan
Jennifer Carpenter
Debra Morgan
Geoff Pierson
Tom Matthews
David Zayas
Angel Batista
James Remar
Harry Morgan
Aimee Garcia
Jamie Batista
Desmond Harrington
Joseph Quinn
C.S. Lee
Vince Masuka
Crew
Jennifer Yale
Staff Writer
Scott Reynolds
Supervising Producer
Arika Lisanne Mittman
Producer
Jace Richdale
Executive Producer
Jeffrey Jur
Director of Photography
Lauren Gussis
Co-Executive Producer
Tim Schlattmann
Executive Producer
Manny Coto
Executive Producer
Scott Buck
Executive Producer
Michael C. Hall
Executive Producer
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