Paramount+ is canceling the Dexter spinoff Original Sin after it had been renewed for a second season, with no production dates ever scheduled. The move signals a shift in focus toward the ongoing Dexter universe, particularly the upcoming continuation Dexter: Resurrection.
Original Sin premiered in December 2024 and is a prequel set in 1991 when Dexter Morgan is 20 years old. The cast included Patrick Gibson as Dexter, Molly Brown as his sister Debra, and Christian Slater as Dexter’s adoptive father, Harry Morgan.
Meanwhile, Paramount+ is moving ahead with Dexter: Resurrection, the revival that reintroduces Michael C. Hall back into the role of Dexter Morgan. The series previously left viewers with the implication that Dexter’s son Harrison had killed him, only for discussions to suggest Dexter may have survived. Hall has teased that Resurrection is not a one-off and that the story could extend beyond a single season.
The cast for Resurrection also includes Uma Thurman as Charley, David Zayas as Angel Batista, Kadia Saraf as Detective Claudette Wallace, Emilia Suárez as Elsa Rivera, and Peter Dinklage as Leon Prater. Season 1 is currently airing on Paramount+, with new episodes dropping each Friday.
For fans, this means a continued expansion of the Dexter universe on Paramount+. The show’s creator and the cast have signaled ongoing storylines and potential new directions, keeping the door open for future developments beyond the current season.
Bottom line: Paramount+ is prioritizing Dexter: Resurrection as the forward path while canceling Original Sin, offering fans continued exploration of the beloved antihero in new configurations and timelines. If you’re following the latest Dexter news, keep an eye on upcoming episodes and official announcements from Paramount+.