This Easter egg from Episode 7 stands out as one of the season’s absolute highlights.
Episode 7 of Dexter: Resurrection was nothing short of eventful, packed with major developments that left fans buzzing. But while the entire episode delivered suspense and excitement, it was the final moments that truly stole the spotlight: the second reunion of the season between Angel Batista and Dexter Morgan. And the setting couldn’t have been more surprising—it all unfolded inside Blessing Kamara’s house.
For weeks, viewers have watched Angel Batista closing in on his former colleague and friend. In Episode 7, his determination paid off. Batista tracked down Dexter’s New York residence, approaching Blessing as a way to get closer to him. The message was clear—Batista is relentless, and he’s not backing down until he finds the evidence to bring Dexter to justice.
This tense cat-and-mouse game had already been hinted at earlier, thanks to Dexter’s son, Harrison, who inadvertently confirmed to his father that Batista knows more than he’s letting on.
A Basement, a Blood Slide, and a Familiar Tune
After a long day at Prater’s lavish retreat, Dexter returned to the basement apartment he rents beneath Blessing’s place. In true classic Dexter fashion, he carefully added Gareth #2’s blood sample to his iconic blood slide trophy box, placing it beside the one that belonged to his brother. But before the ritual could fully sink in, Dexter’s attention was caught by something chillingly familiar: the sound of a Miami salsa tune drifting from upstairs.
Moments later, Dexter heard a voice he immediately recognized—Angel Batista.
“Surprise, Hermano!” – A Legendary Callback
When Dexter rushed upstairs, he found Batista teaching Blessing how to dance salsa. That’s when Batista turned to him with a smile and delivered the now-infamous line: “Surprise, Hermano!”
The moment sent fans into overdrive. It was an unmistakable nod to one of the most iconic quotes in the original Dexter series: James Doakes’ legendary “Surprise, motherf***er” from Season 1, Episode 12.
This time, however, the curse word was swapped out for “Hermano” (Spanish for “brother”), fitting Batista’s warm façade in front of Blessing. Whether or not Batista was consciously channeling Doakes remains unclear, but the callback was deliberate, brilliant and most importantly has fans buzzing.
Batista’s Quest for Justice
It’s important to remember that in the series, Batista has no idea about Doakes’ infamous line at the shipping yard. Instead, his mission this season has been deeply personal: clear Doakes’ name, and seek justice for Maria LaGuerta and even Debra. This layered motivation makes his reunion with Dexter all the more powerful, as the two men played their roles in front of Blessing—pretending to be old friends while masking their mutual hostility.
The writers cleverly contrasted these fake smiles and warm gestures inside Blessing’s home with the tense, icy exchange that followed outside at Dexter’s car.
Dexter: Original Sin Easter Egg
As if one callback wasn’t enough, the scene also contained another brilliant easter egg, Batista mentioning a moment that happened in 1991 and was shown in the prequel series Dexter: Original Sin. Fans will recall the moment where a young Dexter (Patrick Gibson), fresh at Miami Metro, shared a drink with a young Batista (James Martinez) at a Miami bar. In that flashback, Batista taught Dexter how to loosen up by moving his body to salsa music.
That memory came full circle in Episode 7, as Batista once again danced salsa—only this time under far more sinister circumstances.
Final Thoughts
Dexter: Resurrection Episode 7 proved to be a treasure trove of callbacks, easter eggs, and emotional payoffs. The reunion between Batista and Dexter was masterfully crafted, balancing nostalgia with tension, and reminding fans just how deeply intertwined these two characters are.
With so many hidden details and clever nods already packed into the season, one thing is clear: the best may be yet to come. We can’t wait to see what other surprises the writers still have in store!