Why did Showtime stay silent even after trusted media outlets confirmed a second season for the prequel?
On August 22, shocking news broke for the Dexter fandom: Dexter: Original Sin, the highly anticipated prequel series following a 20-year-old Dexter Morgan as he transforms from a college student into an avenging serial killer, has been cancelled after just one season.
Unsurprisingly, the news was not well received. Fans immediately flocked to social media to share their anger, sadness, and disappointment. Many expressed frustration not only at the cancellation itself but also at the confusing way the supposed “renewal” for Season 2 had been handled earlier this year.
Was Dexter: Original Sin Ever Officially Renewed?
This is where things get complicated.
Back on April 1st—a date notorious for online pranks—several trusted and credible entertainment outlets reported that Dexter: Original Sin had been renewed for Season 2. Despite the suspicious timing, the news was confirmed by multiple sources, including The Wrap, which even claimed the writers’ room for Season 2 would be opening soon.
However, something felt strange from the start. Here at Dexter Daily, we noticed the complete silence from Showtime’s official social media accounts regarding the renewal. Unlike typical announcements, no celebratory posts, teasers, or confirmations were shared on the show’s official platforms. Months passed, and still nothing.
This silence has now been explained: Dexter: Original Sin was never officially renewed by Showtime.
Why the Confusion Around Season 2?
The reports from April were not false. They reflected the intentions of the previous Paramount+ leadership, who had planned for a second season and even mapped out the launch of a writers’ room. But before that could happen, the landscape at Paramount shifted dramatically.
At the time, the Paramount+ and Skydance merger was still being finalized. With the deal in limbo, major programming decisions were put on hold. Once Skydance officially took control, the direction became clear—and unfortunately, that meant pulling the plug on Dexter: Original Sin in favor of shifting focus to Dexter: Resurrection, the upcoming continuation of Dexter’s story.
In short: while the intent for a Season 2 was real, it was never locked in with an official announcement, and ultimately, the new leadership chose a different path.
Fan Reactions: “Save Dexter: Original Sin” Campaign
While the cancellation is a heavy blow, fans are far from giving up. In fact, a new “Save Dexter: Original Sin” fan campaign has already gained momentum.
Petitions are circulating online, including a new one launched by Dexter Daily’s Nick Henderson, giving fans a way to voice their support and show Paramount+ that interest in the prequel is still strong.
How you can help:
- Click here to sign the petition
- Share it on social media with fellow Dexter fans
- Use your voice – the more attention the campaign gets, the harder it will be for Paramount+ to ignore
If the passionate Dexter fanbase makes enough noise, there’s always a chance that Paramount’s new leadership could reverse the cancellation and give Dexter: Original Sin the second season it deserves.