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Season 6 – 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 6

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Critics Consensus

Heavy-handed symbolism, an unimpressive villain, and a redundant arc for America's favorite serial killer all conspire to make Dexter's sixth season its worst yet.

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Richard Rys New York Magazine/Vulture Jan 9, 2019
The writers are treading water, waiting for the green light to send this story where we all know it eventually is going. Go to Full Review Ian Grey Salon.com Jan 9, 2019
Wherein a series that once deftly balanced dry wit and pulp opera becomes paralyzed by chatter, and the most memorable scene involves a floater's gut leaking CGI snakes. Go to Full Review Martin Chilton Daily Telegraph (UK) Jan 9, 2019
1.5/5
The early Dexters were clever, sly and engrossing but, sad to say, the show seems to be suffering a slow and painful death. Go to Full Review Bill Chambers Film Freak Central Mar 3, 2022
The reason America loves "Dexter" is because he's not a serial killer but, increasingly literally, Batman. To me, though, he's starting to feel a bit too much like Mike Judge's Milton... Go to Full Review Matt Barber Den of Geek Apr 3, 2020
4/5
After a slow start, the season hits its stride. The end of episode three... is a spectacular moment of morbid art, characteristic of the series, that easily makes up for its seemingly leisurely narrative set-up. Go to Full Review Kevin Yeoman Screen Rant Jan 9, 2019
Dexter focused too intently on pulling a fast one on its audience, and unfortunately sacrificed much of the season in the process. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Leo M @leomackie 1 day ago A miscast villain, redundant plot and some questionable decisions made by certain characters results in Dexter's first poorly received season. See more Esqueleto5678 T @RT15316404 Sep 12, 2026 This season is very good. It has a great villain and a very interesting mystery, with impeccable pacing and one of the best plot twists in the series. Although it has some flaws in its religious storyline, they don’t bring the overall quality of the season down too much, even though they could have handled it better. Overall, this is a very strong season, and the ending is shocking. 8/10. See more Platin S @platin_sejdija11 Sep 11, 2026 second worst season See more Alexander A @RT85760614 Mar 10, 2026 By FAR the most underrated season, the filler is well... filler but the villain makes up for basically all of the flaws in my opinion. See more Hc N @RT04263181 Mar 4, 2026 For me this was one of the weakest seasons. The theme about religion and God is interesting, but the plot felt to constructed and Dexter seem to overplay his role and the storyline was fishtailing as it progressed. I didn’t so much like the budding and illegal romance, but the ending was a good cliffhanger. See more Kaleb W @RT63485023 Feb 20, 2026 Dexter Season 6 - B+ See more Read all reviews
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John Dahl

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Ernest Dickerson

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S.J. Clarkson

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Seith Mann

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Romeo Tirone

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Michael Lehmann

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 2, 2011 Those Kinds of Things Dexter attends his high school reunion; a faith-based murder causes Dexter to question spirituality; Deb becomes an unexpected hero. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 9, 2011 Once Upon a Time Homicide brings in a minister with a criminal past; Debra is surprised by two proposals. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 16, 2011 Smokey and the Bandit A serial killer from Dexter's past reappears; Debra struggles in her new job; Travis works to keep Gellar happy. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 23, 2011 A Horse of a Different Color Harrison is taken to the hospital; Brother Sam offers Dexter support; Debra delivers her first press conference. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 30, 2011 The Angel of Death Brother Sam believes there is light within Dexter; Batista and Quinn visit a university; Debra is forced to begin therapy. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 6, 2011 Just Let Go Dexter is caught up in a personal case; Deb is overwhelmed by her new duties; Quinn's affair with a witness is revealed. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 13, 2011 Nebraska Dexter takes a trip to Nebraska to tie up loose ends; Deb deals with complications of her new position. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 20, 2011 Sin of Omission Dexter uses lessons from Brother Sam to follow up on leads; Deb and LaGuerta butt heads. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 27, 2011 Get Gellar Dexter gets help from an unexpected source; Debra learns something about herself in therapy. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 4, 2011 Ricochet Rabbit Dexter tries to find the Doomsday Killers' next victim; Debra reacts strongly to a crime scene. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 11, 2011 Talk to the Hand Dexter works to catch the Doomsday Killers; Debra's battle with LaGuerta boils over. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 18, 2011 This Is the Way the World Ends Dexter and the Homicide team race to catch the Doomsday Killers before their final act; Deb copes with a new emotional reality. Details

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Season Info

Director
John Dahl, Ernest R. Dickerson, S.J. Clarkson, Seith Mann, Romeo Tirone, Michael Lehmann, Stefan Schwartz
Creator
James Manos Jr.
Executive Producer
John Goldwyn, Sara Colleton, Clyde Phillips
Screenwriter
Wendy West, Tim Schlattmann, Scott Reynolds, Scott Buck, Lauren Gussis, Jace Richdale, Manny Coto, Arika Lisanne Mittman, Karen Campbell
Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 2, 2011
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