Thurman took to Instagram to share her reaction to the exciting announcement.
Today marks a monumental day for the Dexter franchise, as we officially received confirmation of a major Hollywood star joining the beloved serial killer saga. The Golden Globe-winning, Oscar, and Emmy-nominated actress Uma Thurman, best known for her iconic roles in Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction, Hysterical Blindness, and Smash, has joined the cast of Dexter: Resurrection.
Rumors Come to Life
Speculation about Thurman’s involvement in the highly anticipated Dexter sequel began circulating in mid-December. Independent TV insider Daniel Richtman first reported that the renowned actress was in negotiations for a role in the series.
After weeks of silence, the rumor mill reignited last week as multiple TV insiders and sources across the web claimed that Thurman had indeed been cast. This brings us to January 21, when Deadline officially broke the news: Uma Thurman has joined Dexter: Resurrection in a series regular role.
Showtime Confirms with a Teaser
Shortly after the Deadline announcement, Showtime released a teaser reminiscent of their casting announcements for Dexter: Original Sin. The teaser, which you can watch below, takes place on a New York City subway train. The Dexter: Resurrection logo appears on the train doors, adorned with yellow crime scene tape. As the camera pans to the right, it’s revealed that “Charley” is played by Uma Thurman.
We have a killer surprise… Uma Thurman is joining the cast of #DexterResurrection 🔪 pic.twitter.com/B6M5PHdcTX
— Dexter (@SHO_Dexter) January 21, 2025
Who Is Charley?
Charley is the Head of Security for enigmatic billionaire Leon Prater. A former Special Ops officer, her impressive resume includes high-profile private security roles. In Dexter: Resurrection, Charley is described as resourceful, meticulous, and a commanding presence, serving as Prater’s trusted right hand.
Uma Thurman Reacts
Thurman took to Instagram to share Showtime’s reel on her stories, adding the caption, “Gotta love it!” to excite her fans about her new role in the series.
A Star-Studded Cast
Thurman’s series regular role places her alongside Dexter veterans Michael C. Hall, David Zayas, James Remar, and Jack Alcott. As for the actor playing Leon Prater, fans are buzzing with speculation based on recent rumors. Only time will tell if those predictions come true!
More Surprises Ahead
Executive producer and writer Scott Reynolds teased fans on his X (formerly Twitter) account, hinting at additional casting surprises: “I couldn’t be more excited to let ya know who else is gonna be on Dexter: Resurrection.”
Stay tuned for more updates as the Dexter saga continues to unfold!