A spin-off of the 2006 serial-killer drama series, Dexter, is reportedly in the works at Showtime. According to TVLine, the network has ordered a new prequel series titled, Dexter: Origins. The show will be set in Dexter’s hometown of Miami and reference real-life serial killers of the time period. Additionally, Showtime is exploring several other spinoffs based on other Dexter characters and their backstories. Among them is the Trinity Killer.
“I couldn’t be more excited about exploring and expanding the universe of Dexter. It’s a privilege to contemplate going even deeper with these complex and iconic characters — and the stories, themes and possibilities they inspire,” said Dexter showrunner Clyde Phillips. He'll also be working on the new franchise.
Dexter: Origins will follow the titular character of Dexter Morgan following his college graduation as he joins Miami Metro. It will detail his transformation into the cold-blooded serial killer known from the original series. The original series aired on Showtime from October 2006 to September 2013. It remains one of the most popular shows in the history of Showtime. It was nominated for 24 Primetime Emmy Awards during its run.
Showtime has also confirmed that the prequel series does not imply the cancelation of Dexter: New Blood. That show will continue to “depict the ongoing emergence of Dexter’s son Harrison.” The news comes as the network merges with Paramount+. “We have already begun conversations with our production partners about what content makes sense moving forward and which shows have franchise potential,” Chris McCarthy, the Paramount Global exec, said. Further going all in on non-original content, the network recently helmed reboots of American Gigolo and Let the Right One In.
In addition to Dexter: Origins, Showtime is also working on spin-offs to Billions. The two shows will be similarly titled Millions and Trillions. “We remain fascinated by people whose ambition is boundless and who think the laws of civilization and nature don’t apply to them,” said exec producers Brian Koppelman and David Levien.
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