The official billing order for the sequel’s principal cast has been revealed.
Production for Dexter: Resurrection, the highly anticipated sequel series to Dexter: New Blood, is entering its final weeks in New York City. As filming wraps up, things on set are becoming increasingly secretive and intriguing. The current schedule aims for production to conclude within the next month, with the official premiere set for Friday, July 11, exclusively on Paramount+ with Showtime.
This fresh chapter in the Dexter franchise has fans buzzing—not only because it seeks to course-correct the controversial ending of Dexter: New Blood, but also because it promises a long-term return to the dark and complex world of Dexter Morgan. Unlike New Blood, which was conceived as a one-season miniseries, Dexter: Resurrection is designed as a multi-season series, opening the door for expansive storytelling and deeper character development.
Star-Studded Cast Sparks Massive Fan Hype
One of the biggest talking points around Dexter: Resurrection is its stellar cast, which blends returning fan favorites with major Hollywood talent. Notably, the series has attracted A-list actors whose involvement has surprised and thrilled longtime fans.
Confirmed new additions to the cast include: Uma Thurman, Peter Dinklage, Neil Patrick Harris, Krysten Ritter, David Dastmalchian.
While some of these stars will appear in guest roles, others have been confirmed as series regulars for Season 1.
Who’s In the Main Cast?
There are 10 primary cast members of Dexter: Resurrection’s first season. These include a mix of returning and new characters:
Returning Cast: Michael C. Hall (Dexter Morgan), David Zayas (Angel Batista), Jack Alcott (Harrison Morgan), James Remar (Harry Morgan). New Additions: Uma Thurman (Charley), Peter Dinklage (Leon Prater), Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine (Blessing Kamara), Kadia Saraf (Detective Claudette Wallace), Dominic Fumusa (Detective Melvin Oliva), and Emilia Suárez (Elsa Rivera).
Official Cast Order Revealed
Paramount+ quietly unveiled the cast billing order, which could hint at how names will appear in the opening credits—or possibly in the end credits, if the series adopts the shorter intro style seen in Dexter: New Blood. And guess who's listed second?
Here’s the official cast order for Dexter: Resurrection:
- Michael C. Hall
- Uma Thurman
- David Zayas
- Jack Alcott
- Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine
- Kadia Saraf
- Dominic Fumusa
- Emilia Suárez
- with Peter Dinklage
- and James Remar
Billing Surprises and Legacy Connections
Uma Thurman's placement as the second name—immediately following Michael C. Hall—may come as a surprise, but it adds notable star power and elevates the show's prestige. In Dexter: New Blood, Jack Alcott held that position, and longtime cast member David Zayas (a veteran of the original series) might have been expected to rank higher.
James Remar, who portrayed Dexter's father Harry in all eight seasons of the original Dexter, is once again placed at the end of the main cast list under the “and” billing—mirroring his original series placement. Just before him is Peter Dinklage, who receives the prestigious “with” credit, suggesting a prominent but possibly limited role.
This structure follows a similar pattern from Dexter: New Blood, where:
- Clancy Brown (the main villain) received the “with” credit
- Jennifer Carpenter (Debra Morgan, appearing only in visions) was listed last under “and”
These placements often reflect narrative significance, contractual agreements, and screen time, rather than seniority or popularity alone.
‘Dexter: New Blood’ Cast Order Recap
For comparison, here’s the billing order from Dexter: New Blood (2021–2022):
- Michael C. Hall
- Jack Alcott
- Julia Jones
- Johnny Sequoyah
- Alano Miller
- with Clancy Brown
- and Jennifer Carpenter
Despite Julia Jones' prominent role as Police Chief Angela Bishop, there’s currently no official word on her return in Dexter: Resurrection.
Stay tuned to Dexter Daily for more exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes insights, and the latest news on Dexter: Resurrection as we count down to its July 11 premiere.