While attending SDCC, the cast sat down for an interview with THR.
Last Friday at San Diego Comic-Con, several cast members from Dexter: Resurrection — including Michael C. Hall, David Zayas, Jack Alcott, Krysten Ritter, James Remar, and David Dastmalchian — participated in a series of engaging interviews with top media outlets before and after their official panel.
Among those media outlets was The Hollywood Reporter, which took a refreshing and thoughtful approach in its sit-down with the cast. While no new information for the new series was revealed, the conversation turned introspective — giving fans a deeper glimpse into the actors' personal journeys, inner voices, and even the TV shows that made them feel like adults for the first time.
The First "I'm an Adult" Show – A Trip Down Memory Lane
Kicking things off, THR asked the actors what was the first show that made you feel like an adult — the first time you connected with a show.
Here’s how each of the stars responded:
- David Zayas: Beretta (1975–1978)
- Jack Alcott: LOST (2004–2010)
- Michael C. Hall: The Incredible Hulk (1977–1982) — “I wasn’t a grown-up when I watched it, but it made me feel grown-up things.”
- James Remar: The Outer Limits (1963–1965)
- David Dastmalchian: thirtysomething (1987–1991) — “I was eight or nine and didn’t understand what it meant to be in your 30s, but I was fascinated by the adult conversations.”
- Krysten Ritter: My So-Called Life (1994–1995) — her all-time favorite show.
Each answer added a personal flavor to the conversation, which of course is a reminder that even stars we associate with dark, complex characters were once kids finding meaning in television.
Confronting the “Dark Passenger” – How Dexter Changed the Way They Think
The Hollywood Reporter then dove deeper, posing one of the most profound questions of the interview.
When asked if spending so much time working on Dexter — especially for those who’ve been with the series for years — had changed the way they think or talk to themselves, or how they relate to their own darker thoughts or impulses, here's what the actors responded:
David Dastmalchian:
“I’ve had one [a dark passenger] since I was a little kid. I’ve reached a point in adulthood where I find it healthier to have conversations with him rather than ignore him. Kind of like Harry talking to Dexter — I try to be the parent I wish I’d had, soothing and calming that voice when it surfaces.”
Michael C. Hall:
“Personifying your ‘dark passenger’ — or whatever you want to call it — can actually be a healthy thing. Instead of being overwhelmed by it, give it a seat at the table. Let it speak, but you stay at the head. You’re in control.”
James Remar:
“With age, that voice becomes less oppositional and more integrated. It’s no longer a conflict — it’s a part of me.”
David Zayas:
“When I was younger, I always chose the safe path. But now that I’m older, I often question what ‘safe’ even means. Sometimes I deliberately choose the opposite — and I’ve grown into that mindset.”
Krysten Ritter:
“I’m still figuring out what to do with my little rascal,” she said with a smile. “When I was younger, I ran from it. Now, I’m learning to embrace it. I love what Michael said, and David [Dastmalchian] actually gave me the same advice earlier today.”
Watch the full Hollywood Reporter video interview with the Dexter: Resurrection cast below!