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Michael C. Hall: Dexter Still Surprises Me
31 Oct
Summary
- Michael C. Hall initially hesitated to join the Dexter series.
- Dexter's character has evolved in unexpected ways over two decades.
- Filming Dexter: Resurrection in New York is personal for Hall.
Michael C. Hall, who has built a career playing Dexter Morgan, initially resisted joining a new television series after his role in Six Feet Under. The unique premise of Dexter, a serial killer who targets other murderers, eventually convinced him. Hall did not anticipate the show's long run or the significant development of his character.
Despite a rocky start for the pilot episode, the series found its audience, allowing Hall to delve into Dexter's complexities for nearly twenty years. He expressed that the character's capacity for evolution has genuinely surprised him, a testament to the writers and the inherent nature of the role.
The latest installment, Dexter: Resurrection, continues the story after Dexter survives a near-fatal incident. For Hall, filming the series in New York City holds personal significance, as it is where he pursued his acting ambitions in his youth. Season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection premiered on Friday, October 30, 2026.
