Today’s the day — the second season of Dexter: Resurrection is officially in development.
Season 1 of Dexter: Resurrection ended 31 days ago, and today—exactly one month later—marks the official start of development on Season 2. The sophomore chapter of the Dexter revival is officially in motion, with the writers’ room now open in Los Angeles.
The series, which captivated even the most skeptical fans over its intense 10-episode run, is taking its next big step toward continuing Dexter Morgan’s story.
Clyde Phillips Confirms Writers’ Room Start Date
As showrunner Clyde Phillips revealed a few weeks ago during his post-finale interview on the Dissecting Dexter podcast, Monday October 6th is the date when the writing team officially reconvened in Los Angeles to begin shaping Dexter: Resurrection Season 2.
Phillips, along with long-time Dexter writer and executive producer Scott Reynolds and the rest of the creative team, will now begin mapping out the next chapter—developing storylines, character arcs, and episode outlines that will define the season ahead.
What the Opening of the Writers’ Room Really Means
When a writers’ room opens, it’s the true beginning of the creative process. This phase marks the moment when a show transitions from speculation to active development.
Here, the showrunner and writers brainstorm major story beats, craft scripts, and shape the season’s direction. Once the scripts are written and approved, production will follow. In short, the opening of the Dexter: Resurrection Season 2 writers’ room officially means one thing: the next chapter of Dexter Morgan’s story is being written right now.
While filming won’t begin immediately, this milestone is a clear sign that Paramount+, Showtime, and the production studio are moving forward with confidence. Fans may still be waiting for an official renewal announcement through the official Dexter social media channels, but the launch of the writers’ room itself strongly indicates that Season 2 is happening.
A Reminder of the Writers’ Room That Never Opened
The news also stirs memories of another Dexter project—Dexter: Original Sin. Following its renewal announcement last April, the prequel’s writers’ room was reported to open soon after. Unfortunately, that never materialized. Months later, Paramount’s new leadership canceled Original Sin, sparking a wave of backlash and over 103,000 verified fan signatures demanding the prequel’s return.
What’s Next for Dexter Fans
For now, fans can take comfort in knowing that Dexter: Resurrection is officially in active development. The excitement surrounding the new series has reignited global interest in the Dexter universe, drawing in both longtime followers and new fans alike.
Hopefully, it’s only a matter of time before Paramount makes the long-awaited Season 2 renewal official, and perhaps even reconsiders its decision to cancel Dexter: Original Sin, a prequel that still holds tremendous potential.