Dexter: Original Sin Episode 9 'Blood Drive' – First Official Still Revealed & What to Expect

What's happening with Dexter in the first promotional photo of the penultimate episode?

The first season of Dexter: Original Sin is nearing its thrilling conclusion, and with just two episodes left, the tension is higher than ever. Episode 9, titled "Blood Drive," debuts tomorrow, bringing us one step closer to the highly anticipated season finale.

What makes this episode even more exciting is that it’s written by executive producer and veteran Dexter writer Scott Reynolds—his first Dexter: Original Sin script this season. Fans will remember that Reynolds previously penned the penultimate episode of Dexter: New Blood, which was the highest-rated episode of that series.

Unlike previous weeks, Showtime has opted not to release promotional images for this episode. However, we managed to find one! Check out the still below.

Episode 9: "Blood Drive" – A Glimpse at What's to Come

In this newly uncovered image, we see Dexter Morgan donating blood at Miami Metro, assisted by his friend and colleague Vince Masuka—who, judging by the sticker on his shirt, has also donated. But is this blood drive just a routine good deed, or is there someone in need of a life-saving transfusion?

What to Expect from Episode 9 of Dexter: Original Sin

A Recreation of an Iconic Scene from the Original Series

The official promo trailer, released after Episode 8 aired on Paramount+ with Showtime, teases several crucial moments. One of the most striking is a recreation of the infamous shipping container scene from the original Dexter series.

In this emotional flashback, we witness Harry rescuing young Dexter from the shipping container, where he was left for three days alongside his brother, Brian, after their mother, Laura, was brutally murdered. This traumatic event defined the future of both Moser brothers, shaping them into the individuals they would become.

This episode promises to explore the aftermath of the shipping container massacre, shedding more light on the dark day that forever altered Dexter’s fate in 1973.

Present-Day Events: A Fresh Start for Deb and a New Kill for Dexter?

The trailer also hints at some major present-day developments.

• Debra Morgan visits Miami Metro for the first time on the show, marking a significant turning point after her frustration with Gio in Episode 8. Is she finally embracing a new path?
• Dexter is seen attacking someone and injecting them with M99. But who is his next target? And what led him to this moment?

With so many thrilling moments lined up, Episode 9 of Dexter: Original Sin is shaping up to be one of the most gripping episodes yet.

Stay tuned to Dexter Daily for updates and behind-the-scenes insights—and don’t miss "Blood Drive" when it premieres in just a few hours!