Every scenario of how Leon Prater will react once he finds out the truth.
With just three episodes remaining in the first season of Dexter: Resurrection, the tension is rising fast, and things are about to get a whole lot more complicated for our favorite antihero, Dexter Morgan. Each week, the show edges closer to an explosive reveal, and based on what we’ve seen so far, Dexter has more than one dangerous problem to juggle.
On one hand, we have Angel Batista — a looming threat whose storyline feels like a ticking time bomb for longtime fans. But on the other hand, a new and equally dangerous player has entered Dexter’s world: Leon Prater, portrayed brilliantly by Peter Dinklage. While Batista represents justice, Prater embodies obsession — and his fixation on serial killers may prove just as lethal for Dexter.
Leon Prater’s Deadly Obsession
Introduced in Episode 4, Leon Prater immediately became one of the most intriguing characters of Dexter: Resurrection. A wealthy collector with an unnerving fascination for real and fictional serial killers, Prater keeps a private vault in his New York City mansion filled with dark memorabilia. Among his treasures? The Bay Harbor Butcher’s blood slides, which were found in Sergeant Doakes’ car back in Dexter Season 2.
Prater is captivated by “Red” — the persona Dexter crafted while impersonating Ronald Schmidt. To Prater, this mysterious killer is a perfect embodiment of the Dark Passenger: cunning, ruthless, and untouchable. But what he doesn’t know — yet — is that Red is none other than Dexter Morgan himself. Not just a skilled impostor, but the actual Bay Harbor Butcher.
What Happens When Prater Learns the Truth?
The writers have been teasing this inevitable collision, even dropping hints like Prater’s line in Episode 7: “The truth is never boring.” That wasn’t a throwaway, but a signpost pointing us toward a dramatic payoff. So how will Prater react when he discovers that Dexter Morgan, the Bay Harbor Butcher, has been under his nose all along?
Here are the most likely scenarios:
1. Prater is Thrilled to Meet the Real Bay Harbor Butcher
Given Prater’s disturbing obsession, it’s easy to imagine him being absolutely ecstatic. Instead of recoiling, he might be honored that the Bay Harbor Butcher chose to infiltrate his circle. This reaction could cement him as an unlikely ally — or an even bigger threat.
2. Prater Feels Betrayed and Turns on Dexter
On the flip side, Prater may view Dexter’s deception as unforgivable. Being lied to about Ronald Schmidt’s identity could trigger rage strong enough to push Prater into hunting Dexter, ignoring the danger of crossing one of the most notorious killers alive.
3. Prater Hates Dexter for Killing Serial Killers
Another possibility is that Prater despises Dexter not for the lie, but for his “code.” To someone who idolizes serial killers, Dexter’s mission to eliminate them might feel like blasphemy. His obsession could quickly twist into hatred, especially if he realizes Dexter has already targeted members of his beloved group.
4. Prater is Fascinated, But Still Seeks Revenge
Perhaps the most complicated outcome: Prater admires Dexter as the Bay Harbor Butcher but still wants payback for the deception. In this case, we could see him unleashing Charley or other allies to take Dexter down — or worse, exposing his identity to the public.
The Road Ahead
No matter which path the writers take, Leon Prater is shaping up to be one of Dexter’s most dangerous entanglements since Trinity. His reaction could determine whether Dexter survives his resurrection — or faces his final downfall.
What do you think? Will Prater become an admirer, an enemy, or something in between? Cast your vote in our poll below and share your theories in the comments — because as Prater himself said: “The truth is never boring.”