This list of actors joining the cast has many believing it’s legit—but is it really?
It’s been two weeks since Dexter: Resurrection Season 1 wrapped, and excitement for the next chapter is already heating up. According to new information we’ve received, work on Season 2 is about to officially begin, with the writers’ room scheduled to open on October 6.
This is where the creative process kicks off, as showrunner Clyde Phillips and his team of writers start mapping out Dexter’s next adventure. While the writers reportedly have early ideas about the direction of the story, including whether a “big bad” villain will headline the season, everything is still in the very early stages. Nothing has been finalized, and the brainstorming phase is only just beginning.
But that hasn’t stopped the fandom from buzzing. This week, a mysterious photo of a production binder surfaced online, sparking widespread speculation about possible casting choices for Season 2.
The Photo That Got Fans Talking
The image which started circulating online through TikTok, shows a production binder lying on a desk, with a page labeled “Directors” and “Cast” in a neat two-column table. At first glance, it appeared to list directors returning for Season 2, including Marcos Siega and Monica Raymund, both of whom helmed multiple episodes of Season 1. Interestingly, Clyde Phillips and Scott Reynolds—the show’s key creative forces—were also mentioned on the same directors column.
What really set fans ablaze, however, were the character names printed below the directors. Keen-eyed Dexter devotees quickly recognized them as the serial killers referenced in Leon Prater’s vault of files from Season 1 Episode 10:
- The New York Ripper
- Al Walker (aka Rapunzel)
- The Jaws Splitter
- The Yonkers Slayer
- The Midnight Mangler
As teased in the Season 1 finale, these killers are expected to play a key role in Season 2, making the photo feel tantalizingly real.
To add even more fuel to the conversation, the binder seemed to include the names of actors supposedly linked to these new roles—and the list was nothing short of jaw-dropping:
- Vincent D’Onofrio (Daredevil) as the New York Ripper
- Kristin Milioti (The Penguin) as a new character named Lydia Ricci
- Eric Stonestreet returning as Al Walker
- Jesse Plemons (Breaking Bad) as the Jaws Splitter
- Paul Dano (The Batman, Prisoners) as the Yonkers Slayer
- Mads Mikkelsen (Hannibal) as the Midnight Mangler
The idea of such a star-studded Dexter: Resurrection Season 2 cast sent social media into a frenzy, with fans already debating which actors would best embody these terrifying killers.
The Reality Behind the Rumor
As exciting as it sounds, this casting buzz is pure fan speculation. Here’s why:
1. It’s Way Too Early for Casting
The writers’ room hasn’t even opened yet. At this stage, Clyde Phillips and his team are likely brainstorming story arcs, not locking in casting decisions. While they might be considering broad character concepts, it’s far too soon for a finalized cast list to exist.
2. The Image Shows Signs of AI Editing
Several details suggest the photo was digitally altered. The text is oddly pixelated, some producer names are barely legible, and we also noticed a typo in Eric Stonestreet’s name—all signs that this is more fan-made fun than an authentic production document.
What We Can Expect in Season 2
While this particular photo isn’t real, it’s not far-fetched to imagine that big-name actors could join Dexter: Resurrection Season 2. Season 1 famously featured Neil Patrick Harris and David Dastmalchian and more in memorable guest roles, proving the series isn’t shy about bringing in high-profile talent to play its killers.
As of now, though, the only confirmed returnees are the core cast, including Michael C. Hall, Jack Alcott and James Remar. Everything else remains under wraps until the writers finish their work.
Final Thoughts
The photo may not be real, but the excitement it sparked shows just how eager fans are for Dexter: Resurrection Season 2. The idea of Dexter hunting down the infamous killers from Prater’s files is too enticing to ignore—and it’s exactly the kind of story potential that keeps the Dexter fandom alive.
With the writers’ room opening in October, and the official second season renewal just around the corner. Until then, stay tuned to Dexter Daily for the latest confirmed news.