The actor appeared on CBS' early morning show in NYC earlier today.
The final round of the Dexter: Resurrection promotional tour officially kicked off today—and it's already off to a thrilling start. As we speak, five cast members are hitting the streets of New York City, engaging with press and fans alike. But before the day’s main events began, series star Michael C. Hall made another high-profile appearance—this time on CBS Mornings.
In a lively and revealing interview with hosts Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil, and Nate Burleson, Hall shared his excitement about returning to the iconic role and gave fans new insights into the highly anticipated revival of the Dexter franchise.
Michael C. Hall: “Dexter is like a cat”
Looking relaxed and in good spirits, Hall kicked things off by reflecting on Dexter’s uncanny knack for survival.
“Dexter is a very resilient guy,” Hall said. “He’s like a cat.”
He went on to tease what really happened during that chilling forest finale in Dexter: New Blood, suggesting that maybe things weren’t quite as final as they seemed.
“It was very cold on that forest floor. Maybe his son didn’t hit him as directly as Dexter thought—or as we thought. But yeah, he was definitely compromised, went into a coma... but he woke up.”
The Revival Origin Story: “What if he didn’t die?”
Hall also offered a behind-the-scenes look at how the idea for Dexter: Resurrection was born.
“This all stemmed from a conversation I had with one of the directors on the show. We were just reminiscing about how great it was to shoot Dexter, and out of nowhere I said, ‘What if he didn’t die? Is that crazy?’”
Director Marcos Siega responded with a now-famous suggestion:
“Call Clyde Phillips. Ask him.”
That simple spark turned into a full-blown creative revival.
“It started a conversation. We all became increasingly compelled by the idea. If he didn’t die, maybe this would give him a second chance. Not to forget his past, but to move forward unburdened by it. And I think that’s exactly where we find him.”
19 Years Later: Why Dexter Still Resonates
Asked whether he ever imagined the show would still be around nearly two decades later, Hall admitted he had his doubts.
“When I first told people about the pilot, a lot of them cocked their heads and said, ‘Good luck with that.’ Who’s gonna like a show about a serial killer?”
But Dexter struck a nerve—one that has clearly stood the test of time.
“Somehow, the show hit a tone that gave people permission to connect with this dark character. He’s taking responsibility for his darkness. He’s targeting people who arguably deserve it. It’s all morally gray, sure—but he’s killing killers. Maybe he’s saving more lives than he’s ending.”
On the A-List Guest Stars: “People love exploring their dark side”
Hall also spoke enthusiastically about this season’s high-profile guest stars, including Neil Patrick Harris, Krysten Ritter, David Dastmalchian, and Eric Stonestreet.
“It’s incredibly gratifying to attract talent of this caliber. But I think the real draw is that people love playing characters who tap into that shadow side of themselves—the part they suppress in real life. Dexter gives them a chance to explore that in a safe, creative way. It’s delicious.”
A Singing Dexter? Never Say Never
The interview ended on a light-hearted note when the hosts asked if we might ever see Dexter break into song.
Hall laughed and replied:
“I don’t know if it’s quite in sync with how he thinks of himself… but I’ve learned to never say never with Dexter. He could be forced into a situation where he has to do it.”
The CBS Mornings segment also featured a brand-new sneak peek from Dexter: Resurrection—the third preview clip released so far. You can watch the full interview and that clip below (which we already posted earlier today right here on Dexter Daily).