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Season 4 – 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 4

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Critics Consensus

The inherent comedy of Miami's favorite psychopath contending with domestic bliss and the unspeakable horror of John Lithgow's Trinity killer coalesce into one of Dexter's most sensational seasons.

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Michelle Dean Bitch Media 12/22/2020
Someone keeps gunning the accelerator on the drama and the camp and somehow it all hangs together. Go to Full Review Jonathan Storm Philadelphia Inquirer 09/25/2020
Like all good drama, it uses heightened characters to magnify struggles we all have. Go to Full Review Rachel Ray Daily Telegraph (UK) 09/25/2020
The clever creative team at Showtime keeps us salivating for the next episode. Go to Full Review Bill Chambers Film Freak Central 03/03/2022
A great foil for Hall, who at last faces a sparring partner in his weight class, Lithgow has the compulsive watchability of the great hams, which keeps you persevering through "Grey's Anatomy"-isms... Go to Full Review Billy Grifter Den of Geek 09/25/2020
A master class in dramatic TV, from beginning to end. Go to Full Review Liam Hoofe What Culture 09/25/2020
Season four was fantastic for many reasons but the one thing it is most memorable for is it€™s antagonist, Arthur Mitchell... [Lithgow's] chilling portrayal left a chill down many peoples spines. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Leo M @leomackie Apr 11 The introduction of the chilling and complex Trinity killer, who proves to be Dexter's most entertaining adversary, makes for the most intense and unquestionably best season yet. See more Alexander A @RT85760614 Mar 10 THE BEST SEASON OF THE SHOW OH MY LAWDDDD ITS PERFECT See more Hc N @RT04263181 Feb 24 This season was better than the previous both in build-up and emotional investment (especially towards the antagonist in the story) and the ending was strong as Dexter is doing his best to accommodate his serial killer urge with family life. The rest of the supporting actors have also started to grow on me to the point where I like Masuka and feel sympathy for Quinn. In fact, I like them all, even the police chief who acts as an asshole in one scene towards one group and then to give helpful advice in another (to other persons) as this feels very real life. See more Kaleb W @RT63485023 Feb 8 Dexter, Season 4 - B See more Zachary B. @ZachB33 Dec 29 Best season of Dexter easily just from the get go u know the seasons gonna be insane See more Noah S. @Noah2002 Sep 27 The most terrifying and yet a fun rollercoaster season of Dexter television! See more Read all reviews
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Michael C. Hall

Dexter Morgan

Jennifer Carpenter

Debra Morgan

Julie Benz

Rita Bennett

David Zayas

Angel Batista

James Remar

Harry Morgan

C.S. Lee

Vince Masuka

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 27, 2009 Living the Dream Despite the appearance of a perfect life, Dexter struggles to settle into his domestic situation. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 4, 2009 Remains to Be Seen While investigating slayings with Agent Lundy, Dexter misplaces crucial evidence that could expose him. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 11, 2009 Blinded by the Light Vigilant neighbors, an inability to drive and a fascination with Trinity's technique interrupt Dexter's routines. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 18, 2009 Dex Takes a Holiday With Rita and the children out of town, Dexter gets time to himself. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 25, 2009 Dirty Harry Dexter investigates the Trinity Killer; Debra blames herself; Rita realizes she knows little about her husband. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 1, 2009 If I Had a Hammer Dexter works to stay ahead of the Trinity investigation; an unexpected source offers advice on the friction between Rita and Dexter. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 8, 2009 Slack Tide Dexter strikes a balance between family, work and his secret life; Debra expresses a renewed interest in her father's past. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 15, 2009 Road Kill Dexter questions his father's code and seeks answers on a road trip with Trinity; Debra discovers she has been blinded to the truth. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 22, 2009 Hungry Man Dexter uses Thanksgiving to get a closer look at Trinity's life; Rita prepares dinner for a packed house; Batista gets closure on an old case; Debra has an idea about her shooter. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 29, 2009 Lost Boys Dexter must rethink the Trinity case when a boy goes missing; Cody defends one of Dexter's lies; Debra's discovery causes problems for Quinn. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 6, 2009 Hello, Dexter Morgan Miami Metro is close to discovering Trinity's identity; Dexter takes drastic actions to buy time; Arthur begins to investigate Kyle Butler. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 13, 2009 The Getaway Arthur warns Dexter to back off; Rita and Dexter plan a honeymoon; Debra unearths a hidden truth. Details

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Season Info

Director
Steve Shill, S.J. Clarkson, Keith Gordon, Marcos Siega, John Dahl, Ernest R. Dickerson, Romeo Tirone, Brian Kirk, Tim Hunter
Executive Producer
John Goldwyn, Sara Colleton, Clyde Phillips
Screenwriter
Scott Buck, Melissa Rosenberg, Tim Schlattmann, Charles Eglee, Lauren Gussis, Wendy West, Scott Reynolds
Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 27, 2009