It's a subtle change in Michael C. Hall's appearance, but it makes a significant difference.
Filming for Dexter: Resurrection is now 17 weeks deep in New York City, and everything behind the scenes is running smoothly. The highly anticipated sequel series marks the shocking return of Michael C. Hall as Dexter Morgan — a twist that very few fans expected after the dramatic finale of Dexter: New Blood, where the infamous antihero met his apparent end.
What’s even more surprising? Hall had previously expressed zero interest in revisiting the role. Yet here he is again, donning the dark passenger’s mask for a third time.
Michael C. Hall’s Unexpected Return as Dexter Morgan
When Dexter: New Blood premiered in 2021, it was promoted as a one-time revival, a chance to give the character — and longtime fans — the closure they deserved. Michael C. Hall returned on the condition that the story would end definitively. And it did — or so we thought.
Hall, who portrayed Dexter over eight original seasons and returned for the 10-episode New Blood series, had been vocal about his desire to leave the role behind. “New Blood was meant to be it,” he said in past interviews, ready to move on from the character that helped define his career.
But now, according to showrunner Clyde Phillips, it was actually Hall himself who pushed for another chapter which will be around for years to come. This surprising pivot led to the creation of Dexter: Resurrection, and with it, a buzz of anticipation — and speculation.
The Hair Heard 'Round the Internet: Dexter’s New Look
While many fans are curious about the direction Resurrection will take narratively, one detail has already captured widespread attention: Dexter’s hairstyle.
Yes, you read that right.
In Dexter: New Blood, the character’s hair became a strangely divisive topic. Gone was the slick, casual Miami look that viewers had come to associate with the blood-spatter analyst by day, vigilante killer by night. In its place? A stiff, oddly shaped cut that fans on social media compared to a Playmobil figure. Though the look was arguably a callback to Season 1, it failed to resonate — with many viewers calling it unnatural and even distracting.
Resurrection Brings Back a More Familiar Dexter
Fast forward to 2025, and first-look images, teaser footage, and behind-the-scenes photos confirm what many fans had hoped for: the awkward New Blood hairstyle is gone. Instead, Dexter is rocking a more natural, modern cut — one that finally feels true to the character we knew.
Interestingly, fans also noticed a subtle yet symbolic change: Dexter’s hair is now parted on the left side. This mirrors Michael C. Hall’s real-life hairstyle in recent years, and the effect is striking. It gives the character a more grounded, authentic appearance—subtly suggesting that he’s evolved (despite Resurrection taking place just weeks after New Blood) or perhaps, once again, is hiding in plain sight.
Could this be a conscious in-world change, perhaps to reflect Dexter being on the run or living under a new identity? Possibly. And some eagle-eyed fans have even speculated that Hall may have undergone a hair transplant, which might explain the confidence behind the new look.
Fan Reactions: “Dexter Looks Like Dexter Again”
The response from the fandom has been overwhelmingly positive. “Finally, Dexter looks like Dexter again,” one fan commented on Dexter Daily's Instagram. Others praised the show's creative team for ditching the artificial vibe of New Blood in favor of a more classic and believable aesthetic.
Even subtle cosmetic details can deeply affect how a character is perceived, especially one who relies on blending in. For a show steeped in themes of duality and identity, this updated hairstyle is more than a superficial tweak.
Can Dexter: Resurrection Deliver?
While it's too early to tell if Dexter: Resurrection can fully recapture the magic of the original series, the signs so far are promising. With Michael C. Hall fully invested, Clyde Phillips back at the helm, and a fresh (but familiar) look for our favorite fictional serial killer, the pieces are aligning.
At the very least, fans can rest assured that the hair is right this time.