'Dexter': Why do fans keep on binge-watching this Netflix crime drama that haunts them every day? Know in detail

Starring actors like Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, and David Zayas, the crime drama series 'Dexter' became an instant hit on Netflix. It has left its imprint on the fans so much that they simply keep on binging the series, though the viewers are left with nightmares. After watching the blood-filled scenes, the streamers join a group online to discuss the "best series ever made." According to the 'Daily Star', members of the Netflix Bangers group on Facebook discuss the show and exchange notes after watching it.

'Dexter': Good show to binge-watch

As a member of the group asked if Dexter is “a good show to binge watch,” many replied “absolutely,” “hell yes”. One streamer wrote that it is many seasons long and it will take a while but it is good, the other replied by saying that it is one of the best and advised him to enjoy the show. Many members of the Netflix Bangers group on Facebook agreed that they “absolutely loved the show,” that they have “watched three times and still see new stuff” and that Netflix users “won’t regret”, reports the 'Daily Star'.

What has Netflix said?

Netflix has said in its description of the crime series that mild-mannered Dexter Morgan works for the police department as a blood-spatter analyst but moonlights as a murderer who only targets other killers. The show stars Christina Robinson, Desmond Harrington and Julie Benz besides Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, and David Zayas.

Dexter: Parallel life of the protagonist

'Dexter' narrates the protagonist's life working for the Miami Metro Police Department while he leads a parallel life tracking down other murderers. The first season of the crime show was based on Jeff Lindsay's book 'Darkly Dreaming Dexter', published in 2004. It became hugely popular it received widespread praise from critics and viewers alike.

Awards

'Dexter' received Golden Globes for two stars throughout the show’s eight-season run. A ten-episode limited series titled 'Dexter: New Blood' was announced back in 2020. A prequel series was announced in January 2023.

FAQs:

Who are the main actors of the crime series 'Dexter'?
'Dexter' stars Christina Robinson, Desmond Harrington and Julie Benz besides Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, and David Zayas.

When was Dexter's prequel announced?
Netflix announced a prequel of 'Dexter' in January 2023. Earlier, a ten-episode limited series titled 'Dexter: New Blood' was announced back in 2020.