The post-mortem featurette for “Murder H*rny” has arrived.
Episode 5 of Dexter: Resurrection Season 1 delivered one of the most surprising and emotionally charged hours of the season so far — leaving fans stunned, and dare we say, deeply moved. Written by the talented duo behind Dexter: Original Sin, Katrina Mathewson and Tanner Bean, the episode masterfully balanced fresh storylines with the familiar dark charm that fans of the franchise have come to love.
Though shorter in runtime than last week’s super-sized “Call Me Red,” Episode 5 was brilliantly paced, packing a powerful emotional punch in just under an hour. One of the most talked-about highlights? The long-awaited reunion and heartfelt reconciliation between Dexter and Harrison — their first on-screen interaction since the unforgettable New Blood finale.
Behind the Scenes: The Cast and Creators Reflect on Episode 5
In the latest installment of Showtime’s Post-Mortem featurette, stars Michael C. Hall and Jack Alcott, alongside executive producers Scott Reynolds and Clyde Phillips, offer their insights into Episode 5’s most pivotal moments.
Michael C. Hall on Dexter’s Greatest Fear
Hall delves deep into the emotional heart of the episode, revealing Dexter's innermost dread:
“Dexter's biggest fear is that his son will reject him — that Harrison will say, ‘I shot you because I wanted you dead, and I want you to stay dead to me. You are dead to me. Goodbye.’ That’s his nightmare.”
Hall also acknowledges the trauma Harrison endured:
“Being forced into a situation where you're taking out your own father — who you were desperately trying to find — it’s unimaginable. Dexter manipulated him into that. He was backed into a corner and couldn't handle the wreckage of his life. That’s as much on Dexter as it is on Harrison. Now, the two of them are trying to crawl out of that crater together.”
Jack Alcott on Preparing for the Role of Harrison
Alcott shares his method for getting into character — and staying grounded during intense scenes:
“I’m not someone who likes to bring the character home, but when it’s time to work, I need to have a strong idea of what the scene’s about. Whether it’s breathing exercises or push-ups, it’s just about getting into that mental space and bringing energy into the first moment of the scene. And from there, it’s all about what Michael gives me.”
Hall praised Alcott in return:
“Jack is an incredibly talented actor. I really relished the time we got to work together again. For Dexter, it’s a rare chance to own up to his past — to finally tell the truth and reveal parts of himself that he’s never shared with anyone.”
Alcott added:
“Michael is the bomb. Incredibly generous as an actor and a person. I can always trust him to be honest. I learned so much from him on New Blood. Watching him take ownership of a character he’s played for so many years — it’s been truly inspiring.”
Scott Reynolds on Casting Krysten Ritter as Mia
Executive producer Scott Reynolds, who has worked closely with Krysten Ritter since their days on Jessica Jones, opened up about her casting as Mia:
“From the very beginning, when we were developing Mia in the writers’ room, I pitched Krysten Ritter. I’ve known her for years, and we were lucky to get her. Who doesn’t want to play the bad guy? She dove into the role with everything she’s got.”
Watch the full behind-the-scenes Post-Mortem featurette for Episode 5 below!