The actor also teased what's to come in the second half of Dexter: Resurrection Season 1.
Over the past few months, Michael C. Hall and the cast of Dexter: Resurrection have participated in an array of press interviews leading up to the highly anticipated premiere of the sequel series. These interviews, held with major media outlets, offered a deep dive into what fans can expect in the upcoming episodes — from shocking plot twists to character-driven arcs that revisit and reshape the legacy of the original Dexter.
One of the most recent and revealing interviews came from Collider’s Tania Hussein, where Hall opened up about one of the season’s most talked-about developments: the return of Angel Batista and his growing suspicion — and quiet desperation — to prove that Dexter Morgan is, in fact, the infamous Bay Harbor Butcher.
Batista’s Inner Conflict: From Loyalty to Justice
Hall addressed the emotional complexity surrounding Batista’s current arc. It’s a deeply personal dilemma for the character, given his close bond with Dexter during their time at Miami Metro. Batista once saw Dexter not just as a colleague, but as a friend — someone who helped solve crimes and who shared a professional camaraderie built on years of trust.
Adding further emotional weight is Batista’s long-standing friendship with Harry Morgan, which began in the early '90s, as well as his close relationship with Debra Morgan. Those ties blinded him to the truth for years, causing him to overlook signs that, in hindsight, seem painfully obvious.
But times have changed. Batista now stands on the edge of a truth he can no longer ignore. And this raises a burning question for fans: will he finally bring Dexter to justice — or will he walk away?
Hall on Dexter and Batista’s Reunion Scene in Episode 1
Reflecting on the reunion scene between Dexter and Batista in the season premiere, Hall called it one of his most memorable and emotionally charged scenes in the franchise.
He shared how much he enjoyed working with David Zayas again, saying their shared history as actors mirrored the layered history of their characters. For Hall, the scene was filled with tension and melancholy.
He described the reunion as bittersweet. While it's a meeting between two old friends, there’s a heavy undercurrent of unspoken truths, secrets, and looming consequences. The tension between them simmers just beneath the surface — a quiet cat-and-mouse game beginning to unfold.
According to Hall, Dexter deeply values Batista. In his old life, Batista may have been the closest thing to a real friend Dexter ever had. That emotional tie makes the idea of facing Batista as an adversary all the more difficult. Deep down, Dexter clings to the hope that Batista might let it go — that he’ll turn away from the investigation. But knowing Batista’s character, and sensing what Batista already suspects, Hall admitted that such a scenario is unlikely.
On the Season’s Increasing Darkness and Dexter’s Evolving Nature
When asked about the tone of the second half of the season, Hall hinted that things are about to get even darker and more intense.
He noted that Dexter is currently navigating a “concentrated darkness” like never before — particularly by the time Episode 4 hits. It’s a tipping point. Hall described Dexter as someone who’s embracing this new chapter in his life with a dangerous appetite for risk. While he remains committed to the Code of Harry, he’s pushing the boundaries further than ever, showing a renewed thrill for risk-taking. Dexter, Hall explained, has become a man eager to ride bigger and more dangerous waves — both figuratively and literally.
Final Thoughts: Will Batista Survive?
As Dexter: Resurrection unfolds, fans are growing increasingly worried about Angel Batista’s fate. If the original series taught us anything, it’s that getting too close to discovering Dexter’s secret identity has historically led characters to grim endings.
Will Batista finally get the proof he needs to expose Dexter as the Bay Harbor Butcher? Or will he become another name on Dexter’s long list of those who came too close to the truth?