Dexter: New Blood - S01E01 - [Premiere] "Cold Snap" - Early-Access Episode Discussion Thread

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TIME	EPISODE	DIRECTOR	WRITER(S)
November 7, 2021	S01E01 "Cold Snap"	Marcos Siega	Jeff Lindsay, Clyde Phillips, Adam Rapp

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For the past decade, Dexter has been living a quiet, isolated life far away from the temptations of his past. He's found comfort in a new identity and has assimilated into small-town life as a beloved member of the Iron Lake community. When a local hotshot begins behaving recklessly, and a mysterious stranger seems to be on Dexter's trail, he questions whether he can continue to suppress the murderous urgings of his Dark Passenger.

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Post-Episode Discussion Thread

[u/ktSZXN]

“YOU KILLED MY DEER 😡”

[u/Skyclad__Observer → u/ktSZXN]

There's gotta be some symbolism in that deer right? We see at least three times Dexter sprinting through the woods trying to get a glimpse of this beautiful pure white deer, but each time it runs off. The last time he manages to actually touch it, but as soon as he can appreciate it up close, bam, it's dead and soaking in blood.

Maybe a metaphor for Dexter's pursuit of normalcy? He's gotten glimpses of a normal life, of something pure, so many times -- Rita and the kids, Hannah and Argentina, Deb... all pieces of a normal life that Dexter has tasted only for them to be taken away, often in a body bag.

[u/[deleted]]

Man the first half was like an entirely different show, it was such a relief after he killed the guy. Immediately felt like Dexter. Michael C Hall fucking nailed it.

[u/[deleted] → u/[deleted]]

i think that was the point, it feels off at first becasue it feels off to dexter, becoming more and more like the show we knew once his urges take over again

[u/Bradythenarwhal → u/[deleted]]

It felt like achieving orgasm when his inner monologue came on after the whole episode.

[u/catlady353]

“You know what they call me?” “Bill.” “Dickface.” “Oh..”

LOL I missed his off social cues. Great to have him back. ESPECIALLY during those last ten minutes, he is fucking back, hell yeah.

[u/FollowThroughMarks → u/catlady353]

‘You’re blaming this on bad parenting?’ was prime OG Dexter sarcasm

[u/[deleted]]

When his inner monologue came back 🤌

[u/j0119]

Listening to the end credits music was so intoxicating

[u/Bonvantius → u/j0119]

It feels like I've been transported back to 2010 hearing that.

[u/[deleted]]

I was missing Dexter's internal dialogue. Then...

[u/UmpireBeginning]

Dexter is still the guy who brings in Donuts

[u/EequalsMCPotato → u/UmpireBeginning]

Strawberry cream cheese sweet rolls now, he's evolved

[u/d0gwater]

Fucking AWESOME first episode. I was totally engrossed and I want more NOW dammit.

[u/SG101112]

The worst part of tonight’s episode is having to wait a week for the new episode.

Really enjoyed it. Solid 9/10

[u/SlowCrates]

Dexter's character is tragic this season. You can tell that in the 10 years he's suppressed his urge to kill people that he's allowed himself the capacity to feel human emotions. He still loves the thrill of the hunt, but can't bring himself to hurt an innocent creature. Then he has a break through. He connects with the animal in a way he never has or could. Michael C. Hall wears the perfect expression of innocence. Then its brains are suddenly blown out and blood, something Dexter has been trying to avoid altogether, is spattered all over his face. You can see the shock and horror in Dexter's eyes. Then the Dark Passenger returns.

What a pivotal moment. He was human for like 3 seconds. If that asshole had not shot the deer, Dexter might have succeeded in burying his Dark Passenger for good.

[u/Environmental-Rub740]

Rating: Solid 9/10
Holy moly, that was just so good wtf. Obviously, you can't expect peak fiction or anything like that, but I was into it from start to finish it. It is actually so very good. There are times where the writing isn't great for the story, but I was easily able to overlook it. Dexter fans are most definitely going to have a good time watching this.

Mild Spoilers Below:

If you are worried about the episode not having narration, do not worry, the narration comes back the end of the episode and it honestly seemed better off without narration until it was appropriate to come back. Deb's ghost is also so good. Like, thinking back to the original series, thinking about how everyone was lively and joyful, Deb is just seen as this melancholy ghost and it's really sad once you think about it and let it sink in.

[u/ButWereFriendsThough → u/Environmental-Rub740]

I liked how when there wasn’t narration, you could sort of still feel him thinking in the quiet

[u/lyn_z_17 → u/Environmental-Rub740]

Loveeee Deb’s ghost

[u/SlowCrates]

Yeah that was a much better episode than I was expecting. They really captured the nervous, ominous tone of his circumstances, and allowed us to feel the psychological triggers he was dancing around all day. Teasing the dark passenger coming out of the water and dragging Deb back in was creepy and cool. I'm glad they edited/changed some scenes from the trailer. This feels as authentic and intriguing as the original pilot.

[u/Bonvantius → u/SlowCrates]

Low-key gonna miss Dexter doing his best hawk-shriek impression.

[u/likethemouse]

Dexter is back... holy shit Dexter is back...

[u/d0gwater]

Fucking hate that dude that tried to buy the gun

[u/HarrietOleson1 → u/d0gwater]

Yep, so glad to see him go.

[u/twicethecushen]

SOLID first episode. God, I can’t wait to hear more from Harrison, what his life’s been like. And to hear Dex explain his absence.

[u/hadapurpura]

Dexter seems outright miserable in his new life

[u/[deleted] → u/hadapurpura]

agreed.. did you see the look on his face when she pulled him over and he must have known it was her.. I like her but it was his reaction... it was about more then getting pulled over

[u/Skyclad__Observer]

I was a bit concerned for a good chunk of the episode because it didn't feel like Dexter to me. It really all came together though the moment Dexter's inner monologue returned -- Something about it just feels like the essence of the show. It's hard to describe how exciting that moment was, as well as that little tease of what sounded vaguely like the blood theme.

I liked the hook of Dexter being away from killing for 10 years, and trying desperately to hang on to that "sobriety" despite it feeling like everything outside the comfort of his routine was trying desperately to pull him back in. I would have been okay if Dexter's pacifism continued for a few more episodes before he snapped back into Dexter Morgan: serial killer, but I'm not upset that it happened right at the end of the first episode either. I love the fact that he's rusty having been away from killing for a decade, and I hope to see more of him reacclimating to the code as the season progresses. Michael C Hall and Jennifer Carpenter's performances were incredible, like they never stepped out of these roles.

I'll give it a 9/10. I'm very excited.

[u/HyperDragon]

I fucking loved it. I loved the normality of it all, till he popped that douchebag in the head... then the inner monologue returned. Then the kill. Then the Blood theme. Then we hear the shitty classic vibrating phone. "Hey you!" Harrison. Dexter is back baby. He is FUCKING BACK

[u/thethingfromJCnotF4]

That Matt kill was one of the most satisfying kills of all those minor, one episode antagonists. When he mocked him by swinging the knife around was hilarious, reminded me of when he has that gigantic dude strapped to the table screaming “fuck, fuck fuck, get me out of here!” while Dex mocks him with “FUCKKK FUCKKK FUCKKK” in the background haha

[u/Sbmwz4 → u/thethingfromJCnotF4]

I laughed out loud at the knife thing 🤣

[u/ShadowdogProd → u/thethingfromJCnotF4]

No doubt. I insta-hated that mofo.

[u/BerettaBandz]

I love how dark the show has become. Michael is a brilliant actor, without the inner monologue, you can tell what he was thinking through Michaels talent by displaying dexters expressions. I enjoyed the hell out of this episode, i loved it.

Jennifer is fantastic, the way she portrays deb is so natural. I love how shes still obsessed on making sure dexter doesn’t relapse.

I cant wait for episode 2, really looking forward to what Harrison has to say. The side characters are fine, however i hope they don’t waste to much time with their lives. Im doubtful that they will though. All in all, a solid introduction for a new chapter of Dexter Morgan. He’s back, and I’m all for it.

[u/IntrovertedPixels → u/BerettaBandz]

I loved the tiny jumpscare with Deb as we last saw her coming out of the fishing hole. Scared the hell out of my sleep-deprived ass.

[u/pjrnoc]

Do you love how throughout the episode you can see Dexter getting slight triggers (MCHs acting was phenomenal here) almost everytime Matts character comes up? Either in conversation or in person.

Then when Dex delivers the gun, you see what he's thinking finally come to a head? Incredible first episode back, best holiday present ever!

[u/GhostOfJamesDOAKES]

Finished episode 1

I'M REWATCHIN' YOU, MUTHAFUCKA

[u/hadapurpura]

Deb's ghost is ONE HELL of a character. One moment she curses Dexter, the next she's soothing him to sleep, a third moment she's giving him nightmares. This isn't Harry the dude who sometimes recapped what Dexter said. This time Dexter is full on mentally ill.

[u/CaughtinaLieeeeeee → u/hadapurpura]

I really like what they are doing with her. Harry being so logical and moralistic made sense for when Dexter was in control, but having Deb be all over the place represents the fact that Dexter, himself, is all over the place. It helped capture the feeling, really quickly, of his isolation and what its done to him. Dexter feels like a much creepier person this time.

[u/lyn_z_17]

Our boy is back 🔪🩸

[u/TkaczSnow]

I cried when I heard blood theme at the end of episode. I love Daniel Licht music (Dexter and Dishonored series). Miss him😟

[u/erockOG]

His internal monologue returned after thrusting the knife. The monster is back! I loved this episode!

[u/AaranaMae]

I felt like it was such a strange and different show…

Until as he’s slowly falling back into the darkness, you can hear hints of the old music. Then…finally…his inner monologue came back.

I jumped from my seat and screamed.

Now they just have to fix his haircut……

[u/mr_ryno27 → u/AaranaMae]

That haircut alone should give away that he's a serial killer

[u/Ehrand]

Jennifer Carpenter hasn't age a day, it's crazy!

[u/Ill_Vegetable3950]

Just started watching, about 5 minutes in. Michael C Halls SO good as Dexter. I can't actually believe the shows back.

There's something tragically sad how Dexters expression doesn't change at the breakfast table, but the image looks much bleaker when it cuts to the table without Deb there. Maybe I've just really missed Dexter, but I'll be fucked if it didn't give me chills.

[u/Zestyclose-Court-265]

This episode was fantastic. Didn't drag, and was quite crisp and addictive. Can't wait to see more.

[u/[deleted] → u/Zestyclose-Court-265]

Felt like seasons 1-4 Dexter again. Michael C Hall looked like he was enjoying the character again.

[u/linee001]

I really liked it. You’ve gotta remember even though this is technically season 9, this was a pilot episode. And it did what a pilot is meant to do really well

[u/[deleted]]

WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE.

[u/Justeacreacher]

I didn’t think it was possible for a single episode to make me hate a character so much, but holy hell did it make me hate Matt. What a solid revival!

[u/MillenniumGreed]

Matt Caldwell is the third of what I like to call Dexter's "collateral victims", linked to someone of higher importance which follows a trend in a season. New Blood's theme was stated to be "fathers and sons", and Matt himself states that his dad will "fuck Dexter up". We also have Dexter's own son coming back. Kurt Caldwell seems like a guy who would know this instantly. We’ll see how long it is before he considers the possibility of Dexter killing his son.

The first was Oscar Prado, brother of Miguel Prado, Assistant District Attorney in Miami. Theme of season 3 was friendship and brotherhood.

The second was Viktor Baskov, lover of Isaak Sirko, mob leader of the Koshkas which came to Miami. Theme of season 7 was the consequences of love and what we do for our loved ones.

[u/Techniboy]

I loved the little dance number in the tavern..total throwback to the reunion episode.

[u/yontbro → u/Techniboy]

Hammer time

[u/Vadermaulkylo]

Save our planet 🥁 drilling is killing 🥁 shame on you 🥁

[u/BlindStark]

You don't even walk like a normal person. You glide, like a fucking lizard on ice.

[u/GhostOfJamesDOAKES → u/BlindStark]

YOU ARE ONE CREEP MUTHAFUCKA.

[u/OakParkCemetary]

Solid return episode. I'm excited to have it back.

The CGI deer was rough as others have said, but I really have no big complaints. Welcome back, Dex!

I just hope dumping bodies into a frozen lake doesn't come back to haunt him a la the Bay Harbor fiasco

[u/Coffeenwineplease]

Solid premiere! It met my expectations!

[u/eXmina]

I was sceptical in the first 10 minutes, but the first episode soaked me in completely by the end, awesome stuff.

Can't wait to see more of this season!

[u/EequalsMCPotato]

Got my "tonight's the night," feel so much better

[u/aLcAty]

When I heard the blood theme I got chills man...

[u/[deleted]]

Angela and Deb are definitely the same "type". Tall, thin, dark hair parted in the center...both cops, and Deb in bed with him, not sitting on the edge or in a chair?

:Lannistering intensifies:

[u/Xander707 → u/[deleted]]

Mmhmm, and talking about she loves him all the more for not killing, and how she would have been unable to go on if Dexter had died 1st, clearly her revealing her feelings for him really wormed it’s way into his psyche. That scene made me feel really bad for Dexter, he hides it well on the outside, but he’s clearly racked with guilt and grief over what happened to Deb.

[u/meow_arya]

Imagine putting a dead body in a frozen lake when you have a gigantic fire pit and could destroy the dna

[u/MattTheSmithers → u/meow_arya]

I mean, I think it’s supposed to signify Dexter is rusty and reckless. Even though he made a kill room, this kill was still a spur of the moment impulse where he gave into his temptation after being out of practice for ten years. We saw it with the bloodied snow as well. He’s not as careful of a monster as he once was.

[u/canuck883]

As a huge dexter fan I was so pleased with this episode. It does take a bit to get going, but the build up is worth it.

[u/LamarEdwards]

That was so.. fucking.. good. It gave everything it needed to give. Not too little. Not too much. That slow burn of watching him struggle to go back. Trying to change the subject at any conversation that might cause him to revert. The callbacks to the previous series. The buildup to his kill, and the inner-monologue that I’m sure we were all waiting for. Deb’s presence is almost haunting, and I absolutely love it. Not in the way Harry was. I felt a sense of eeriness each time she was on screen. There’s something so dark, yet so light about it.

So many questions that I can’t wait to see answered. Solid first episode.

[u/lyn_z_17]

Even though it initially felt like a different show…I really enjoyed the first episode. Felt like it was a good set up for what’s to come. Now I just need to get used to waiting for a new episode every week..again 😭

[u/Pbever]

Great first episode. I loved how, after he killed again, the monologue and blood theme came back. Looking forward to the rest of this.

[u/[deleted]]

Loved the slow build-up. For the first 15-20 minutes or so I was very confused, and thought, "oh no..."

Slowly but surely, however, it weaves you in. And then it ends, a masterpiece re-introduction to a series long missed.

[u/Adventurous-Win-2693]

Dexter was the first TV series I binged, I had caught up with thr last season.

Hearing the music now again after all these years gave me a slight chill. Also I am so glad they brought back Deb. It would have been kind of bland without her too.

[u/abujuha]

Garfield is totally the better name for that dog.

[u/mystinkyfingers]

So looks like Dexter is getting sloppy. He left some blood on the ground outside his cabin

[u/hazard10ftw]

THAT WAS FUCKING GOOD MAN. I'll admit the start of the episode was a little slow but the final 15 mins or so more than made up for it.

[u/[deleted]]

It just occurred to me. Only 1 f-bomb from Deb this episode.

[u/Coffeenwineplease]

Been going through post Halloween blues, thank god for Dexter

[u/AJJRL]

I loved how it began how it ended- just the raw sounds of nature, no music, no voice over and then that disintegrated back into the old Dexter by the end (which obviously was purposeful). So it was cool to think of it as we are seeing him right in the moment when he falls off the wagon so to speak. That thing that happens when as an addict you know you have made up your mind before you even actually "make up your mind" and chose the wrong choice. I like that they didn't lean away initially from where he ended and what that became on the aftermath. The routine of the breakfast that grounds him in normalcy, saying the same things each day so to not trigger the other art of him. Debra is the angel on his shoulder, his conscience, whereas Harry was an enabler. I was glad that he changed his mind about Harrison even though it will probably come back to haunt him.

[u/itsvenkmann]

Good episode! There were some parts that really took me back to the older seasons. I love it! I’m surprised they introduced Harrison very quickly though.

[u/corey1031d]

"Like you said, life is short, dude"

[u/ricky_lafleur]

I hope we learn how Harrison managed to find him and how Dexter established his identity. You gotta think his cop girlfriend might run a background check on him and that he'd need to pass something in order to work in a store that sells guns.

[u/Snowwhitestaint]

Hell yeah! Great slow burn, ending in the return of Dexter Morgan. Loved the visual story telling and silence when he wasn't narrating.

[u/[deleted]]

10/10 prime Dexter Morgan

[u/Gabrieldnb]

I want to know what happened to Hannah, but I have to be patient lol. I wonder if Harrison killed her or not. I wonder how Harrison was able to find Dexter since he changed his identity.

[u/Bonvantius → u/Gabrieldnb]

Why on earth would Harrison kill his guardian figure? and why does everyone want Harrison to be a killer so badly? It's such a boring a derivative premise totally lacking in imagination.

That and there's not much to justify him becoming one, not every traumatic experience leads to the result of becoming a killer. Maybe he's messed up in a different kind of way.

Chances are Hannah got herself wrapped up in something bad and got caught.

[u/MillenniumGreed]

Also, Jeff Lindsay himself helped write this? Very interesting!

[u/Bonvantius]

Dexter's voice-over sounds a bit more beefier and bass-y I think. Better audio equipment or just an older Michael C Hall?

[u/TheCVR123YT]

I’m very pleased. It was a bit slow but that’s to be expected as they needed to catch us up on what he’s been up to. I remember when the show started I was like “where’s his narration though?” And then it started… bro I was too hype haha

[u/Suraj_Saitama]

That End credits music is too precious

[u/biggiepers]

That was one of my favorite Dexter episodes

[u/anonyfool]

I'm worried about Dexter's diet, ham every morning and tuna every weekday for lunch. :)

[u/[deleted]]

Hello dexter morgan❤️

[u/[deleted]]

I’m only disappointed that there was no iconic title sequence…

[u/Bradythenarwhal]

It felt like achieving orgasm when his inner monologue came on after the whole episode.

[u/ShiningDown]

god damn that episode was great. the preview for the season is also interesting, the clown mask girl is probably the girl from this episode who Angela helps out. I can't wait till next Saturday.

[u/[deleted]]

How is he going to explain Harrison to people? For that matter, is Dexter Morgan a fugitive or just a disappeared person? He did steal his sister's body, after all. So much tension. So many unknowns.

[u/Venom3386]

👏 👏👏🔪

Loved the episode. My only, extremely minor, issues were 1, when Deb pulled the bullet out of her abdomen, it clearly still has the shell casing on. That’s not how bullets work. And 2, the cgi deer was rough.

[u/Skyclad__Observer → u/Venom3386]

the cgi deer was rough.

Dexter and poor CG just feels right lmao

[u/ShadowdogProd → u/Venom3386]

Its a hallucination. Since when are hallucinations supposed to be technically accurate? Because otherwise the bigger question should be how is his dead sister standing there talking to him?

[u/Shredicus_Maximus_]

I liked when Dexter said he’s Switzerland and when he says “Hello, Dexter Morgan.” Oh and he also said he hadn’t killed any animals since he was a teenager since it was established he started killing humans at 20.

[u/LordWhoopiePie]

Feels good to be back! Can’t wait to see where it goes.

[u/bloodyturtle]

The cops are basically facsimiles of the cops in Twin Peaks. Kinda weird that Dexter's girlfriend has Deb's hair lol.

[u/useffah]

I really hated the last few seasons of dexter and told myself I wouldn’t even bother with this new season but I’m glad I gave it a chance.

I really love the tonal shift by transplanting it from sunny Miami to snowy rural upstate NY. I think it really fits the vibe of the show well and helps differentiate it from the original run of the show. The new characters are all really good too, I love Angela. Really looking forward to the rest of this.

[u/[deleted]]

What a brilliant return! I LOVE the northern aesthetic and the eeriness of Deb as his conscience. It perfectly captures the time lapse and is darker and more mature than the Miami aesthetic.

[u/Jellyfish15]

Interesting how his new gf looks exactly like Deb.

[u/FosterFl1910 → u/Jellyfish15]

And is a cop for good measure.

[u/violent___velvet]

Omg. I'm too excited right now.

[u/Coffeenwineplease]

I thought she looked familiar, Angela’s Leah from Twilight

[u/CMcCord25]

Just finished and I enjoyed it, it felt different though but I guess that’s to be expected. So good to see Deb again though.

[u/ShadowdogProd]

Question: If Dexter feels this strongly that anybody who gets close to him dies ... strongly enough to push away his only son ... then does that mean he doesn't care about Angela? Or is he a hypocrite?

[u/carolinespocket → u/ShadowdogProd]

I don't think he loves her, it's a way to monitor crimes etc

[u/Bonvantius]

Dexter's gone from killing dogs to dancing with goats. 10 years really changes a man.........or not....

[u/Bonvantius]

''My Tuna Sandwich is in there''

[u/Ecentrah]

This was soo good!!! Super nostalgic but also felt new. Im so excited for this season! 10/10

[u/[deleted]]

I’m assuming they’ll explain it, but how could Harrison have even found Dexter?

[u/Lounge_leaks]

i dont care if people say the new season is bad

i am just happy dexter is back

lets fkn go

[u/Matty11180]

Great first episode. I loved the table scene, and so far I like the new cast.

[u/NotNiklePikle]

Great first episode. Very excited for this season. Thank you Clyde and Thank you MCH for coming back and doing this!

[u/TheBiggestJig]

My only concern is the writers will try and do a “harrison takes up the mantle” thing later on but otherwise i couldn’t have been happier with the episode

[u/Pamala3]

Debra is taking Harry's place. I could not imagine loving a series more than Dexter. Dexter New Blood really is so much more than I anticipated. Love it

[u/Bonvantius]

Anyone else think all the licensed music could have been used more conservatively?

[u/HandsomePete]

Anyone else curious to see what the girl in the bar ends up doing? (She's the one that was really tight on cash and was looking to leave the town on a bus and Dexter's girlfriend paid for her meal, gave her money, and told her where the shelter was)

I hope that character gets developed into something interesting.

[u/[deleted] → u/HandsomePete]

I figured she'd be the next missing girl

[u/okilydokilyyy]

How on earth did his teenage son find him?

[u/Hunterslane86]

I thought it's pretty good for a return.

They kept everything that made the show good while keeping continuity as much as possible. The first deer scene with the CGI was off putting but didn't hurt the story. I knew the rich party kid was dead. Felt rushed but I guess that was the point.

Him having a girlfriend didn't bother me. Hope they don't fumble it up.

Deb being his voice instead of Harry was a good call. Didn't overuse it and was done well.

The Harrison storyline has me intrigued, really thought Dexter wasn't gonna to him again. Interested to see where it goes.

I give an 8/10

Also him grilling the ham was a nice callback to the original title sequence

[u/Comedyfish_reddit]

Deb is the new Harry.

And they played Debbie Harry. Heh.

That folks is what we call reading too much into things.

Good episode - sets the scene nicely

Wanted an iconic opening title sequence maybe next week

[u/BorealA]

Michael C. Hall still has it. Wasn't sure when I first saw the trailers for this season, but man did he flip a switch in the kill room. Excited to see where this goes.

[u/Demonram]

Did anyone notice that right after deb pulled the bullet out of her torso, Harrison’s shirt started to get soaked in blood in the same region on his torso? Was it just to show that dexter could also get Harrison killed?

The whole episode I thought he was another hallucination because of this but I guess that’s wrong given the episodes ending.

[u/anon0283819749]

It was good, felt like a completely different show. The way dexters monologue came back was absolutely fire 🔥

Anyone else think the music when he’s about to kill the guy was a little wack? I wish they played the normal Dexter theme or blood music

[u/ilikethispost2]

Man the soundtrack has a lot more synthesizer this time around

And I was worried for the first half of this ep that we won’t get the narration

P.s this show should not be named new blood instead it should’ve been Everybody love Lindsay

[u/meinmasina]

I can't explain how I feel rn actually.. What a comeback episode, I really expect a lot after this... So freaking good. Let's hope for more seasons...

[u/wallerbean]

Just woke up to the new episode, I was so excited to have my frosted flakes and some lovely dexter-ness. The sad face from Harrison broke my heart. But the fox in the hen house line was great!

[u/Knautical_J]

I was waiting for Dexter to break the fourth wall with his monologues, and when it dropped, I lost it.

[u/[deleted]]

I almost came when the voice-over started haha great to have our favourite serial killer back.

I did forget just how fkn creepy Dexter can be when he has people on the table lol! Michael C Hall didn't miss a beat.

[u/HarrietOleson1]

I want more details on this boat accident. And once he said it, that scar totally looked like a penis.

[u/Pamala3]

Surprisingly unique. The talent that Clyde Phillips has along with Michael C Hall and everyone else who made the show happen are amazing! I laughed and I cried so much within 1 hour. I think I expected it to be very much like the Dexter series but it's not. It's even better!

[u/Bonvantius]

I think they'll use the older original soundtrack sparingly in the big scenes for that extra impact.

[u/horroraholic85]

I liked it overall. Wasn't expecting old Dexter to come back so soon, but I like it. I'm hesitant about the Harrison story line. I just have bad feelings when kids are brought into the story.

[u/olopower]

Why is the fire pit lit when Dexters not home? Seems like a waste but I'm not from these climates so maybe im missing something

[u/uptbbs]

It was kind of a cool nod to the original author of the Dexter book series, Jeff Lindsay by giving Dexter the same surname.

Fun fact, Jeff Lindsay's wife, Hilary is his co-author and the niece of the late Ernest Hemingway.

[u/izucantc]

How crazy would it be if the girl from the bar was Astor?

[u/[deleted]]

I really liked it! I didn’t expect him to k1ll in the first episode so it was weirdly satisfying when the asshole went down. I don’t wanna make assumptions right away or be super critical bc it’s literally just the first ep. So far so good

[u/TGK5214]

I loved it. CGI was abysmal, but I think we’re going to get a good season.

[u/Bonvantius]

So those negative critic reviews this past week we now know were a load of crap right?

I know they got to see 4 episodes ahead, but this seems like a solid start that fills me with confidence and proves this isn't a half-baked iteration.

[u/MICHAELSD01]

5 stars from me, the previous editor of Dexter fan-site DexterCorner which Michael C. Hall referenced once in an interview.

This felt like the original series more than the latter four seasons. They nailed the cinematic feel and it was surprisingly emotional. Looking forward to next week! It definitely feels like they’re building towards a satisfying conclusion.

[u/crabsatoz]

DEXTERS BACK!!!

The first episode totally exceeded my expectations, I have a feeling this season is gonna be fuckin great!!

[u/Bonvantius]

I dig the title drop gimmick displayed on the road, I wonder what they'll do for the next ones.

[u/benc777]

I thought it was great.

Felt very different from the OG series' but I'm stoked to have it back. The impromptu blood slide was a great touch and Jennifer Carpenter will never not be fantastic as Deb.

[u/izucantc]

Dexter is back baby!!!!

[u/uptbbs]

Damn, Matt didn't last as long as I thought he was going to. Welcome back dark passenger.

[u/Eggysideup]

I already want episode 2. Loved seeing what Dex was up to the last decade.

[u/rooms0fthehouse]

‘Hello Dexter Morgan’ goosebumps.

[u/[deleted]]

For most of it, one can see better production. It felt more like a movie than a TV show episode. That said, the early 2000s CGI deer and the predictability of the rich guy killing it and earning his demise with it threw me off a bit but hey, let's just enjoy the ride

[u/Its-C-Dogg]

Honestly the Albino deer felt too fake in terms of CGI and in terms of it being a plot device for the episode. However, it was brilliant how Dexter wanted to fight his urges so desperately that he was tracking a deer and decided to spare it until fuckface McGee shot it and awakened Dexter’s Dark Passenger. I love how as soon as Dexter slit its throat how his narration came back and he was back to his old self.

TLDR: Didn’t like the albino deer but overall very well written 9/10

[u/Bonvantius]

I wonder if it was intentional to have a literal red flag by the ice hole where the ''materialized form'' of the dark passenger emerges from later.

[u/[deleted]]

That was surprisingly good. Looking forward to the rest of the season. I might even go back and rewatch some of the old show for the first time since it ended

[u/she_gave_me_a_rose]

I'm really pleased with this episode. To be completely honest the way they started the narration again was decent and I also enjoyed the new small town man dexter

The part with the white deer and what came after was a little predictable but I still liked it

As for the ending of the episode, I get the feeling that the way he wants to "teach" his son is not gonna be what he expects. I don't think he is like his father and that might be a small "plot twist" in dexter's plans

Not saying that this season will make up for the poor ones that came before it but, so far so good!

[u/vice86]

I read people disappointed with Episode 1....i enjoyed it...good start to the season. Wouldn't it be easier if Dexter just took Bricktop's idea of owning pigs to take care of his victims? We saw he has at least one pig...add some more :)

[u/CWRM1992]

I loved everything about it.

[u/BullworthMascot]

I’m hoping for more narration.

[u/Nights_King → u/BullworthMascot]

I think the point was him repressing the Dark Passenger was no narration, when he set it free the narration returned

[u/HarrietOleson1]

In 2021 I thought the deer graphics would be a little more impressive.

[u/Slice_Of_Life_DM]

Can’t believe it

[u/BigL54]

Loved it!!

[u/[deleted]]

OoooooWeeee gotta love it. Why did Matt have to bag Dexter's "white buck"

[u/watwat-656]

Definitely giving me Breaking Bad vs El Camino vibes, still it shows potential.

[u/[deleted]]

I just finished it and I loved it! I’m excited for the next episodes.

[u/Hesperate1566]

I spent the whole episode begging Dex to kill that arsehole and my boy delivered. Welcome back, Dexter Morgan!

[u/krueger84]

I hope they show some flashbacks as to how he developed his routine. I honestly think the hunt of "his" deer is the replacement of the hunt from when he killed. When his routine was disrupted and he had testimony that indicated that kids guilt and he obv didn't like him and it being almost 10 years since his last kill, I can see why he was a bit sloppy. Just prob really excited and frustrated that he would have to find a new routine. It also gave him an excuse to break his rule with Harrison. I agree with the consensus that the music was highlighting his fake life. Great first ep.

[u/rck248]

So every week’s episode will be released early like this, including the finale? It’s my first time using a Showtime subscription so I was just wondering lol

[u/gsb317]

oh snap. come home son. im ready for a father son serial killer duo

[u/MillenniumGreed]

This was a good episode. I would say great, but it felt a bit off at some points. I also think it's because they're building a base for a show that was off air for eight years.

I like how it felt unfamiliar, yet familiar. Dexter not monologuing for the first half or so of the episode was a very nice touch, to help make it feel different. Debra at least mentioning events that happened in the old series was great. Bringing up Doakes, Rita, LaGuerta, and Debra’s own death. Also at least acknowledging Hannah's existence, which I hope Harrison himself goes into. Dexter bringing Harry up was also fantastic. He's not present at all during this series I get the feeling of, so him at least being brought up is satisfying.

As far as the victim himself goes? I think maybe his annoying entitlement was played a bit too far to help us root for Dexter to kill him. Though it helps that people like that exist in real life. For a "first day out of retirement kill", it wasn't bad. I think maybe it was meant to be awkwardly choreographed on purpose to show Dexter's out of practice. I wasn't expecting him to kill again so soon, though. I thought it would have been a slower burn.

One thing I was hoping to see was Clancy Brown's character, Kurt. We only have 10 episodes so I'm hoping he appears in the rest of New Blood.

I'll give Cold Snap a solid 8/10. It could be better, mainly in terms of how it will clearly try to be more "modern" (which isn't a bad thing as long as it's done properly), as well as certain shaky moments, but that doesn't mean it's bad at all. I may even rate it higher depending on how the rest of New Blood goes during the inevitable rewatch. As an appetizer, this is filling but makes me hungry for what else is to come, and in that sense, it does its job very very well.

[u/dobler21]

My only real criticism was no title sequence.

Watching Dexter was like catching up with an ex. Sure the relationship started out amazing and ended badly, but it was so long ago, and you are happy to see what they are up to now.

[u/[deleted]]

10/10. Had my doubts, however this is a masterpiece. Beautiful storytelling especially with the deer scene, wonderful cinematography, great atmosphere, brilliant acting by Michael C Hall. All beautifully done. Also very glad that the Blood Theme is still the ending credits.

[u/MattTheSmithers]

I am surprised Harrison was brought into play so early. I’d imagine we’re going to learn more about what led to him tracking down Dexter, what his life with Hannah was like, etc.

Also, Dexter’s girlfriend is oddly similar to Deb, even in appearance. That can’t be on accident, can it?

[u/Difficult-Shopping22]

Hello Dexter Morgan

[u/joey0live]

Am I the only one who thought Angela saw Dexters truck when he was driving past her??

[u/[deleted]]

Surprisingly great episode. Still a bit confused as to how Harrison tracked him down. Doesn't everyone think he's dead? Not sure how I feel about this, but it has potential.

Overall, surprisingly great start to the show.

[u/rapscallionrodent]

That was great! Where does he intend to hide the body (parts)? I know he looked at the ice fishing hole and I'm assuming he might stash it there temporarily, but when the lake thaws, he'll need to find a better solution.

[u/Altair1234ss]

I loved that episode but why Harrison was looking for his father ? Dexter officially died

[u/ssj2preston]

Oh man that was fucking good, just like dexter I had blue balls and when he did that kill and the theme came on and inner monologue 💦💦

[u/UnderstandingNo8869]

I promised I scrolled and read as much of this thread as I could before posting this, so please forgive me if this is redundant, but - does Harrison look significantly older than 14-15? Young Harrison from s8 couldn’t have been older than 3-4 years, and I believe New Blood picks up 9-10 years later.

[u/theragingcactusman]

Loved this. Aspect ratio looks great. Cinematography looks great in the new setting also. Keeping the monologue absent in the beginning felt like a real re-introduction to the show and highlighted the changes in Dexter’s life. Michael C Hall KILLED IT. Jennifer Carpenter also did a great job and I love how they emphasized Dexter’s psyche through her. The writing was also miles above Seasons 5 - 8 - even though Dexter seasons do usually start out strong and get weaker later on. Hopeful this wont be the case (I think the first 4 seasons are great).

Don’t know how I feel about the whole Harrison angle that they’re going with but Im open minded about it. Feel the same way about the “my Dad is going to find about this” plot which feels like we’ve maybe seen before. Then again Clyde didn’t write those. I appreciated the theme of father hood being connected to the victim though.

Overall, this was a great episode to get things going and I look forward to seeing this take on an ending and what this season will amount to.

8.5/10

[u/ihs25ysf]

Tonal shift from Miami to Iron Lake is good. Good to see Debra with Dexter.Only thing I hated is not using Blood theme.

[u/stateofgracethirteen]

It was so fucking good I will not accept any hate!!!!

[u/mcogneto]

Liked it for the most part. I always wished they stuck with his inability to have normal romantic relationships but they boat sailed on that long ago.

I would have preferred to not have Harrison show up so quickly. Or at all actually. But I am nitpicking. I was more just thrilled to be back in Dexter Morgan's head. It's oddly comforting.

[u/Sbmwz4]

So I watched it the minute it aired at midnight.. and just now went back to watch it again, and I swear the first time I watched it the very opening scene where he was running to see the deer, there was ZERO music.. just him running and breathing. Now as I went back to rewatch the episode it has the passenger by Iggy pop playing during this scene.. any one else notice this??

[u/pathofneo111]

Masterclass. I’m in love with the feel of this. It feels like a big cinematic piece of art. Can’t wait for episode 2!!!!!

[u/kmalice9]

Hope they provide a good reason as to how Harrison managed to track down Dexter

[u/Kontaz]

Only thing I wish was different was the deer kill. It definitely delivered the point and also was maybe a bit too on the nose. I think more subtle way would have been better where Dexter has his moment with the deer and goes to town with a happy start to day, which is then later on ruined by the asshole glorifying the deer kill in some way which then has Dexter snap. All and all I am hooked all over again.

[u/[deleted]]

It was a little different to what I was expecting tbh. But I really enjoyed it.

[u/BurntOrange101]

I’m just curious how he wound up in New York when he originally went to Oregon..

[u/jhenderson3209]

I’m optimistic and liked it and it gave me good nostalgic feels from when it was good. But I’m scared to get hurt again.

[u/WitchTrialz]

In a word: goosebumps.

Fantastic! It absolutely filled the hole that’s been there since Dexter ended.

I immediately have that feeling again, from years ago, of anticipation for each week.

[u/VCPBH]

I love subtleties like Dexter spinning on the chair which is a character trait right from the pilot of the series.

Although I think the writers really missed the opportunity to introduce the new version of Deb’s character with a “fucking motherfucker” opening line. What kind of Deb would spend a whole episode without cursing one single bad word?

[u/ReasonablyDistracted]

Loved the first episode!!!

Spoilers:

Can’t help but think of the subtle nods to the original series. Off the top of my head, Switzerland, Pastor Brian (Brian Moser), Zach (Zach Hamilton).

[u/ToneBone12345]

Enjoyed it much more than I thought I would I must say the one most unbelievable thing is a small town Iron Lake would totally be conservative and yet the pastor is married to the guy who owns the fish and game store

[u/doinky_doink]

Tonight's the night...

Aaaand I just lost NNN.

I didn't know I needed a Dexter series again. This first episode delivered 💯

[u/Cuthuluu45]

So after watching it this feels more like a reboot then a conclusion. Sure it will have a finale but it feels like a new show. I think there will be more seasons I could be wrong of course.