Dexter Resurrection Adds Peter Dinklage To Counter America’s Favorite Serial Killer With ‘Tyrion Lannister’ Intellect
Game of Thrones alum Peter Dinklage joins Showtime’s Dexter: Resurrection as Leon Prater, a wealthy and enigmatic figure set to challenge Dexter Morgan
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Dexter: Resurrection continues to generate anticipation as fans of the long-running serial killer drama and casual viewers ponder where the infamous Bay Harbor Butcher’s journey leads next. With the prequel, Dexter: Original Sin, nearing the end of its successful run, viewers are at the edge of their seats, awaiting the return of their favorite, Michael C. Hall — not just as a voiceover but in a body and flesh.
To add to the buzz, Game of Thrones’ Tyrion Lannister, aka Peter Dinklage, has officially signed on for Dexter: Resurrection. Showtime’s revival of the iconic serial killer will pick up where Dexter: New Blood left off, diving into uncharted territory for America’s favorite anti-hero.
Dinklage, a multiple Emmys-winning actor, will portray Leon Prater, a mysterious billionaire whose calculated mind and resources may serve as a formidable challenge for Dexter Morgan. His casting follows the recent announcement of Uma Thurman as Charley, a former Special Ops officer with extensive private security experience, who operates as Prater’s meticulous right-hand woman. It’s safe to assume the duo would be the main villains in the pathway of a now 50-year-old Dexter.
Dexter: Resurrection is the latest installment in the long-running Dexter franchise. It subverts the final moments from Dexter: New Blood to give its lead star and character a third shot. The revival is the second direct sequel to the original series, aiming to resolve lingering questions left unanswered by New Blood’s divisive ending.
The first teaser for Dexter: Resurrection offered little footage but entertained viewers as Michael C. Hall’s Dexter whispered, “Did you miss me?” The teaser confirms a summer 2025 release and hints at a continuation of Dexter’s story following his supposed death at the hands of his son, Harrison.
Hall earlier teased that the upcoming series incorporates “a sort of magical element,” leaving room for speculation about Dexter’s fate. Multiple actors from New Blood and the original series, including James Remar, David Zayas, and Jack Alcott, return as Harry Morgan, Angel Batista, and Harrison Morgan.
While details remain scarce, Showtime’s multi-series expansion of Dexter suggests a broader vision for the franchise, ensuring that Dexter Morgan’s twisted legacy continues to evolve. With Dinklage now on board and an intriguing new direction taking shape, Dexter: Resurrection is shaping up to be a high-stakes chapter in the saga of America’s favorite serial killer.
