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Season 3 – Dexter

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Dexter Morgan is a Miami-based blood splatter expert who doesn't just solve murders; he commits them too. In fact, he's a serial killer -- but he only murders the guilty, so he feels justified with his lifestyle choices. His policewoman sister and his cop co-workers have no idea Dexter lives a double life; however, adoptive father Harry knows his secret, and does, in fact, help Dexter hone his "skills." It's a unique brand of justice for which charming Dexter feels a psychological hunger.
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Dexter — Season 3

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Critics Consensus

America's most amiable serial killer has lost some of his dramatic edge, but this third outing continues Dexter's streak of delivering deliriously twisted entertainment.

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James Poniewozik TIME Magazine Apr 3, 2020
I'm interested but not engrossed, though it offers the potential for a change-up in the Dexter storyline. Go to Full Review David Hinckley New York Daily News Apr 3, 2020
There's a danger with a character as striking as Dexter that everyone else will become peripheral, to the detriment of the show, but that isn't happening here. Go to Full Review Adam Sternbergh New York Magazine/Vulture Apr 3, 2020
It's already feeling a bit like a reshuffle. Go to Full Review Koriayn Christensen Collider Apr 3, 2020
All the archetypical characters seem to be horrendous call-backs to John Hughes or the like -- a feature that I have never found endearing about the series, even at its inception. Go to Full Review Billy Grifter Den of Geek Apr 3, 2020
Michael C. Hall playing off Smits was quite electrifying... I think this could be the strongest Dexter season yet. Go to Full Review Liam Hoofe What Culture Apr 3, 2020
Half way through season three I thought to myself, am I going to miss anything if I just skip the rest of this season? The answer of course, was no. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Kryptonian T @kryptonian1393 Oct 18, 2026 Miguel Prado was such a pain in the ass See more Esqueleto5678 T @RT15316404 Sep 12, 2026 This season is very strong both cinematographically and narratively. It introduces one of the best villains and one of the best dynamics in the series: Miguel and Dexter. It’s an underrated season. It’s not bad at all; it simply has a slower pace and progression than the first two seasons. Its main villain, the Skinner, is honestly terrible. He is easily the worst villain in the series and feels extremely underused. Even though this isn’t one of the best seasons, I feel like it works well as character development, allowing us to become more attached to the characters and setting things up for the next season. 8/10. See more Zachary B. @ZachB33 Jun 15, 2026 Not as good as good as the seasons before but still a great addition with some great character additions as well See more Nikos K @RT27352906 Mar 30, 2026 Maybe not as good as the first 2 season but still it is a very good season See more Leo M @leomackie Mar 21, 2026 "Dexter" season three continues to thrive and keep the series fresh as it introduces unique tropes and complex new characters. See more Alexander A @RT85760614 Mar 10, 2026 An underrated season that i would put above season 2, it brings new things and implements them perfectly into what is already an amazing show. See more Read all reviews
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Marcos Siega

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Keith Gordon

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John Dahl

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Ernest Dickerson

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Steve Shill

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Tim Hunter

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 28, 2008 Our Father Dexter targets a dope dealer who is also in the sights of ADA Miguel Prado; Internal Affairs puts pressure on Debra. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 5, 2008 Finding Freebo Miami cops are tasked with finding the killer of the assistant D.A.'s younger brother; Dexter and Rita move closer to making a decision about their family. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 12, 2008 The Lion Sleeps Tonight Dexter encounters a fellow predator; a murder is pinned on Freebo, but Dexter knows the truth; Dexter struggles with a growing friendship with Miguel. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 19, 2008 All in the Family Dexter tries to convince Rita that his proposal is sincere; Miguel's brother desperately searches for Oscar's murderer. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 26, 2008 Turning Biminese Dexter tracks a murderous husband to Bimini; Rita has a medical emergency. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 2, 2008 Si Se Puede يحاول ديكستر ردع ميغيل عبر كشف الواقع القاسي لأساليبه، ولكنه يتفاجأ بأن ميغيل لم ينفر إطلاقا، بل إنه يظهر حماسا مقلقا تجاه نمط حياة ديكستر المظلم. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 9, 2008 Easy as Pie Dexter and Miguel have differences in selecting a new victim; Rita discovers that Miguel's wife has suspicions; an old friend asks for Dexter's help. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 16, 2008 The Damage a Man Can Do Dexter tries to teach Miguel the "code"; Debra is closer to finding the skinner. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 23, 2008 About Last Night Dexter and Miguel's friendship is strained; Rita wants to confront Miguel; Debra searches furiously for Anton. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 30, 2008 Go Your Own Way Dexter and Miguel compete for the upper hand; Miguel presents Rita with a lavish gift; Debra questions her relationship with Anton. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 7, 2008 I Had a Dream Dexter needs to find a way to get rid of Miguel; Rita discovers that Miguel has been seeing someone else; Debra finds a clue to the Skinner's identity. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 14, 2008 Do You Take Dexter Morgan? Dexter attempts to calm Ramon; about to receive her detective's shield, Debra is blind-sided with information. Details

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Season Info

Director
Marcos Siega, Keith Gordon, John Dahl, Ernest R. Dickerson, Steve Shill, Tim Hunter
Creator
James Manos Jr.
Executive Producer
John Goldwyn, Sara Colleton, Clyde Phillips
Screenwriter
Scott Buck, Tim Schlattmann, Charles Eglee, Melissa Rosenberg, Lauren Gussis, Adam Fierro, Clyde Phillips, Scott Reynolds
Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 28, 2008
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