Dexter: Original Sin has captured attention since its release, as it continues the thrilling life of the fictional serial killer, Dexter Morgan. This time, however, the focus is on his youth before he becomes a cold-blooded and vengeful murderer.

The backstory of Laura Moser's death was already extremely tragic in Dexter, but Original Sin makes it even more brutal through Harry's flashbacks.

Fans are puzzled over the absence of key character Tom Matthews in Dexter: Original Sin, given his significant role in the original series. Despite the missing character, a fan theory suggests that the role of Matthews will likely be introduced in the prequel series, potentially tying up loose ends.

[This story contains spoilers from the first five episodes of Dexter: Original Sin.]

A scene between teenage Deb and Dexter Morgan in Original Sin season 1, episode 6 features a line that teases Dexter's divisive season 8 finale fate.

Original Sin is the prequel fans didn't know they needed. After the original series ended in 2013, devotees wondered what would befall their beloved Dexter upon the show’s completion. He made it out of Miami unscathed,

New supporting characters need more development, while Patrick Dempsey shines as Aaron Spencer.

Original Sin episode 6 "The Joy of Killing" finds Dexter in a difficult position after a body part mysteriously resurfaces.