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"If people like Easter eggs, this show is going to be an Easter egg hunt," said showrunner Clyde Phillips. By Whatever shock still exists from Dexter’s miraculous survival is quickly replaced by a big hit of nostalgia.

Dexter: Original Sin's promo campaign includes a 90s-style retro game, enhancing fans' excitement about the prequel series. The retro game offers a nostalgic experience for 90s gamers and insight into the era for younger fans. The game's graphics and gameplay reflect the 90s technology available, aligning with the prequel series' setting.

Dexter: Original Sin premieres on Paramount+ with Showtime. The prequel series delves into Dexter Morgan's youth. It explores his troubled past and the origins of his dark passenger. The series airs weekly from December 13,

Dexter: Original Sin has set up the sequel series, Resurrection, but it has the potential to run for multiple seasons alongside it.

Original Sin” gives fans of the original series more back story on a character they watched for eight seasons.

Harry Morgan is Dexter’s father, played by James Remar in the original series, and in this series, played by Christian Slater. The actor is a legend, starring in films like “Heathers,” “True Romance,” “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves” and several TV series (most notably his Golden Globe nominated role in “Mr. Robot”).