Starring:
Year(s) Aired: 2006
Year of DVD Release: 2007
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: __ minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 4 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
"...ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO RESIST."
-THE NEW YORK TIMES
A COLLECTIBLE 4-DISC SET FEATURING 12 KILLER EPISODES!
Led by an amazing performance by Emmy-nominated actor Michael C. Hall (Six Feet Under), Dexter is one of the most crtically acclaimed, must-see television shows of the year! Like no other crime drama you've seen before, this horrifying and intoxicating DVD includes all 12 riveting Season One episodes and a host of delightfully twisted special features.
Episode Summary:
DISC ONE
Episode 1: Dexter
When blood spatter analyst Dexter Morgan is not out solving murders, he spends his time as a serial killer who eliminates those who do bad things. But his world is shaken when another serial killer commits a series of highly sylized murders in Miami.
Episode 2: Crocodile
While trying to decide his next victim, Dexter's world is thrust into turmoil when the other serial killer in town, dubbed the Ice Truck Killer, has secretly contacted Dexter to inform him that he knows what Dexter is up to.
Episode 3: Popping Cherry
While stalking a recently released convict who may kill again, Dexter has to deal with the latest crime of the Ice Truck Killer, a chopped up hooker in a pro-hockey ice rink.
Episode 4: Let's Give the Boy A Hand
Dexter is intrigued when the Ice Truck Killer starts leaving pictures from Dexter's childhood at the crime scenes. Are these horrific tableaus meant to tell Dexter something about his own past?
DISC TWO
Episode 5: Love American Style
The Homicide devision is abuzz after the Ice Truck Killer's latest victim is found alive, while Dexter stalks a muderous human trafficker.
Episode 6: Return To Sender
The Ice Truck Killer leaves Dexter a surprise at the scene of one of Dexter's recent kills, putting Dexter firmly in the crosshairs of his own Homicide Division.
Episode 7: Circle Of Friends
The Ice Truck Killer's identity is revealed, but something about him doesn't sit right with Dexter.
Episode 8: Shrink Wrap
When the "suicide" of a powerful, high profile woman reveals a strange pattern of murders, Dexter stalks a killer unlike any he's had to deal with before.
DISC THREE
Episode 9: Father Knows Best
Rita, Debra and Rudy join Dexter for a weekend away when Dexter finds out that his biological father, whom Dexter thought had died 30 years ago, has just recently passed away and left him all his belongings... and his house.
Episode 10: Seeing Red
The Ice Truck Killer leaves Dexter the most horrifying crime scene imaginable, forcing him to confront demons from his past.
Episode 11: Truth Be Told
The Ice Truck Killer kidnaps someone very close to Dexter, forcing Dexter to play a deadly game of hide-and-seek.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: Born Free
Dexter and the Ice Truck Killer have a final confrontation.
My Comments:
This is a really addictive show. Lots of dark humor and engaging characters. I also recommend the books on which the show was based.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
4 Stars
2006
Television
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Starring:
Year(s) Aired: 2007
Year of DVD Release: 2008
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: __ minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 4 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
"Still dark and delicious."
-Los Angeles Times
DEXTER is back! The critically acclaimed and groundbreaking original series from SHOWTIME starring Michael C. Hall, returns on DVD with all 12 riveting and chilling episodes in DEXTER - THE SECOND SEASON. Although committed to carrying out his twisted brand of vigilante justice - Dexter begins to doubt his murderous capabilities and continues to be haunted by his tortured past. His difficulties multiply when evidence of his deadly after-hours activities begin to surface and the FBI is brought in to investigate the city's new serial killer dubbed the "Bay Harbor Butcher." Dexter can't pause for a breath as the noose tightens and the questions keep mounting. Will he be able to continue his serial-killing ways? Or will Dexter's dark past finally be uncovered?
Episode Summary:
DISC ONE
Episode 1: It's Alive!
After killing his brother Brian, the Ice Truck Killer, at the end of last season, Dexter now finds himself unable to kill again. He certainly wants to, and in fact needs to, but he is unnerved by feelings he can't understand. Drifting from the "Code of Harry," Dexter goes after a particularly dangerous victim named Little Chino in order to regain his old form - with disastrous results. After nearly being killed by the Ice Truck Killer, Debra returns to work at Miami Metro PD, but shows signs that she may not be ready to resume duty just yet. Meanwhile, Dexter's biggest secret is about to surface for all the world to see.
Episode 2: Waiting To Exhale
Dexter, still trying to recover his killer instincts, continues to his pursuit of the homicidal gangster, Little Chino. However, he soon finds himself being pursued, all while haunted by memories of his dead brother, the Ice Truck Killer. Debra convinces herself she is past the trauma of her ordeal with the Ice Truck Killer, but loses control on the job. As they both struggle with their recent pasts, Agent Lundy, a high-profile FBI agent, comes to Miami Metro PD to break the case of the city's newly discovered serial killer, The Bay Harbor Butcher.
Episode 3: An Inconvenient Lie
Dexter stalks his latest victim: A murderer so vile he could only be a used-car salesman. Dexter finds the man's smooth-talking charm and effortless lying something that he lacks himself these days. In fact, Dexter's inability to lie to Rita about his midnight activities has caused her to think that he's a drug addict, and if he doesn't commit to a 12-step program to deal with his addiction, she threatens to leave him. In recovery, however, Dexter meets a mysterious and sexy woman named Lila.
DISC TWO
Episode 4: See-Through
Dexter gets an N.A. sponsorto please Rita in his new disguise of pretending to be a drug addict. But Rita isn't happy when the sponsor turns out to be the beautiful Lila, who may have more in common with Dexter than Rita does. Things get worse for Rita when her extranged mother comes for a visit. Meanwhile, Dexter must find a way to throw the all-too-smart FBI Agent Lundy, now working with Miami Metro PD, off his trail.
Episode 5: The Dark Defender
Dexter discovers the man who killed his mother, before his young eyes, is still alive. When he shares this information with Lila, she suggests he face the man, as part of his "steps" to addiction recovery. And as his sponsor she insists on tagging along. But when Dexter finds his mother's murderer, his killer urges push him back to the knife's edge.
Episode 6: Dex, Lies and Videotape
Dexter is none too pleased to discover a copycat killer has started his own attempt at vigilante serial murder in Miami. He is even less pleased to learn the new killer claims to be inspired by the "Bay Harbor Butcher." As Dexter sets out to stop the imposter, he finds himself drawn into the arms of Lila. When Rita discovers the truth, it could be the end of their relationship.
Episode 7: That Night, A Forest Grew
A written manifesto from the "Bay Harbor Butcher" sends the Special Task Force in charge of capturing the killer into chaos. All part of Dexter's plan as he tries to be more "pro-active" in keeping Agent Lundy off his trail. But things start to spiral downward for Dexter as Lila's influence begins to take its toll on Dexter's personal life.
DISC THREE
Episode 8: Morning Comes
After a fire at Lila's place, Dexter finds her becoming more attached to him than he is comfortable with. Meanwhile, Dexter decides "recovery" isn't working for him and he pays a second visit to the man who murdered his mother. At the station, Debra and Lundy find a clue that points to the Bay Harbor Butcher being right under their noses.
Episode 9: Resistance Is Futile
As Dexter tries to distance himself from Lila, he discovers she is not so willing to let go of their relationship. Meanwhile, Lundy's manhunt for the Bay Harbor Butcher starts to make Dexter nervous as he tries to stay one step ahead. However, in the end it is Dexter's worst enemy who discovers his secret first.
Episode 10: There's Something About Harry
Dexter finds himself with the upper hand when Doakes tracks him to his latest kill. But when Doakes reveals a secret about Harry's past, Dexter's world comes crumbling down. Meanwhile, Rita starts letting Dexter back into her life, and the Miami Metro PD starts closing in on the Bay Harbor Butcher.
Episode 11: Left Turn Ahead
As Lundy's noose starts tightening, Dexter finds himself dodging bullets both figurative and real. Dexter now must decide about not only his own fate but those of the people he cares most about. Lila attempts to blackmail Dexter into loving her and then makes a startling discovery that changes their relationship forever.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: The British Invasion
Season Two concludes as Lundy and the FBI settle the case of the Bay Harbor Butcher once and for all. But the heat's not entirely off Dexter as his world literally becomes an inferno. Can he rise from the ashes once again?
My Comments:
This is a really addictive show.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
4 Stars
2007
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Year(s) Aired: 2008
Year of DVD Release: 2009
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: __ minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 4 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
"
Truly and incredibly exciting television."
-The San Francisco Chronicle
Dexter is back and more killer than ever! The groundbreaking and critically acclaimed original series from Showtime returns on DVD with all 12 thrilling and riveting episodes in DEXTER: The Third Season. Having faced his darkest demons and eluding the FBI, Dexter has a new take on taking life, when a high profile case puts him in the sights of the most powerful and influential DA in Miami. Will Dexter's need to do away with those who slip through the cracks finally lead do his undoing? Or will his new friend in the DA's office prove to be all he needs to have his cake and eat it too?
Episode Summary:
DISC ONE
Episode 1: Our Father
For Dexter, life seems to be going well. His relationship is back on track. He's no longer under scrutiny at his day job, and his night job as a serial killer is operating on all cylinders. So when he sets his sights on Freebo, a dope dealer and killer, it looks to be just another night of Dexter's dark justice. But things don't go as planned and Dexter must find a way to extract himself from a pair of problems that he created.
Episode 2: Finding Freebo
Dexter and Assistant D.A. Miguel Prado find themselves hunting down the same murdere, Freebo, the man accused of killing Miguel's little brother. As a result, Debra and the Homicide department are tasked to find Freebo. Debra, through her supposedly dirty partner Quinn, is introduced to a C.I. and musician named Anton in the hopes of drumming up a lead on where Freebo may be. With all of these hunters in play, can Dexter find Freebo before anyone else?
Episode 3: The Lion Sleeps Tonight
Debra has a new homicide to solve - a mysteriously skinned "Jane Doe" that conveniently looks like the work of Freebo. But Dexter knows that Freebo is not the culprit, so he must find a way to help Debra indentify their murder victim, thus proving that Freebo didn't do the crime. While doing this, Dexter learns that Miguel Prado wants Dexter to be his friend. But just how smart is it for Dexter to befriend the Assistant D.A.?
DISC TWO
Episode 4: All In The Family
After a botched marriage proposal, Dexter has to figure out how to convince Rita that he is looking for more than a convenient merger of finances and fatherhood. But Deb's case of a woman's murdered fiance offers hope for Dexter in strange ways. Meanwhile, Miguel's brother, Ramon, is going off the rails in the hunt for their little brother Oscar's murderer. Unfortunately, Oscar's murderer was killed by Dexter Morgan - and that's something that Dexter wants to keep secret.
Episode 5: Turning Biminese
While Dexter struggles with handling Rita's desire for them to live together before they get married, Miguel tells Dexter about a husband who has gotten away with killing two of his wives for financial gain. For Dexter, this seems like the perfect candidate to satisfy his dark urge and his need to get away. Meanwhile, Debra works with Anton, her confidential informant, to track down one of Freebo's criminal confidants. But Debra finds herself oddly attracted to Anton.
Episode 6: Si Se Puede
Dexter grapples with what to do with his newfound friend, Miguel, who thinks he is clued in to Dexter's vigilante ways. So Dexter decides to test him to see how far he wants to go. Dexter reveals that he's always wanted to bring a violent white supremacist, who is already in jail, to his brand of "justice." Thinking this will force Miguel to back away, Dexter is surprised to find that Miguel is not only on board, but he has a daring strategy to complete Dexter's dark plan.
Episode 7: Easy As Pie
Miguel offers Dexter a potential victim, but after properly evaluating her, Dexter isn't sure she fits the "Code." When he informes Miguel of this, Miguel reacts with anger, making Dexter believe the new friendship is in danger. Debra reveals to Anton that he is being used as bait to lure the Skinner, forcing her to find a new way to find the killer. As a result, Anton realizes Debra cares for him more than he thought.
DISC THREE
Episode 8: The Damage A Man Can Do
Miguel brings Dexter another "project," but this time he wants to get his hands dirty. Dexter realizes it's time to teach Miguel the "Code" - for his own safety as well as Miguel's. Dexter doesn't realize that this has only whetted Miguel's appetite. Debra finds herself one step closer to catching the Skinner. But after she finds out a secret about her new boyfriend, he disappears on her.
Episode 9: About Last Night
Dexter starts to fear that Miguel may have strayed from the newly taught "Code." This concern starts to put a strain on their friendship. And Dexter doesn't get a reprieve from this at Rita's either.
Episode 10: Go Your Own Way
Dexter feels like he's making a deal with the devil when he feigns civility around Miguel after his duplicitous ways. Dexter finds himself in a series of chess-like moves against his former friend, all while hoping that Miguel doesn't get the upper hand on him. Debra wonders if her relationship with Anton may be putting her career in jeopardy. After all, is it smart for everyone to know that she is dating a former confidential informant?
Episode 11: I Had A Dream
While preparing for his big wedding day, Dexter has to figure out a way to remove Miguel from his life for good. But how does Dexter manage to do this when Miguel is not only a highly placed D.A., but also his Best Man? Rita has troubles of her own, when Sylvia reveals that Miguel has been seeing one of his old flames. Meanwhile, Debra finds a new clue that brings her even closer to catching the Skinner.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: Do You Take Dexter Morgan?
With Miguel out of the picture, Dexter's focus shifts to calming Miguel's emotionally unstable brother, Ramon. Upon easing Ramon's concerns, Dexter can finally breathe again. All that stands before him now is his wedding with Rita... until he's met with yet another deadly surprise. Meanwhile, Batista tells Debra that she is going to receive her detective's shield, but she is instantly blindsided with information that could potentially derail her promotion.
My Comments:
This is a really addictive show and this season throws in some really interesting twists.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
4 Stars
2008
Television
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Starring:
Year(s) Aired: 2009
Year of DVD Release: 2010
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: 10 hours, 32 minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 4 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
Dexter's back and now he's one killer dad!
The Fourth Season brings not just one, but two new arrivals - a baby, and The Trinity Killer! The groundbreaking and critically acclaimed original series from Showtime, starring Golden Globe winner Michael C. Hall, returns on DVD with 12 thrilling and riveting episodes.
America's favorite serial killer has gone from freewheeling bachelor to responsible husband and doting dad. Maintaining an average-guy facade while satisfying his need to kill has never been easy. But now, with wife and kids in tow, Dexter's got more to lose than ever, as he gets drawn into a deadly game with a killer every bit as dangerous - and conflicted - as he is.
Episode Summary:
DISC ONE
Episode 1: Living The Dream
Dexter has always managed to get himself out of tough situations. But he suddenly finds himself in unfamiliar territory - life in suburbia. Now a husband father of three, Dexter struggles to balance his family's needs with his ongoing duties as a blood spatter analyst for Miami Metro Homicide. The exhaustion is taking its toll, and as sleepless nights start to threaten his job performance, Dexter wonders if maybe he's taken on more than he can handle. And he'll need to stay sharp - the department is busier than ever, with two new murders on their hands. The detectives, Debra included, are suprised when Special Agent Frank Lundy returns to share his theories on the case. Lundy believes they're dealing with a serial killer he's been chasing for years, whom he's dubbed the "Trinity Killer." Meanwhile, Dexter's Dark Passenger drives him to seek out a fresh victim. But with so much already on his plate, is Dexter up to the task?
Episode 2: Remains To Be Seen
The pressures of fatherhood threaten to bring Dexter's world crashing down. In his carelessness, Dexter realizes that he's misplaced crucial evidence, something that could expose his dark side to the world. But his search will have to wait, as Miami Metro's two simultaneous murder cases begin to escalate. Their top priority is to solve "The Vacation Murders," a series of robberies gone bad that threaten Miami's lucrative tourist industry. Lundy, howevers, remains convinced that the bigger problem is dealing with the Trinity Killer, who unbeknownst to them is already stalking his next victim. Dexter has to weave a web of lies to extract himself from his duties, hoping to bury his secret before someone else finds it first.
Episode 3: Blinded By the Light
It's hard enough for Dexter to take one-on-one relationships. Now he finds himself at the center of a bustling suburban community. When a local vandal begins stirring up trouble, the neighborhood becomes vigilant and wary, two things Dexter certainly doesn't need. Dexter's not the only one feeling trapped - Debra is less than thrilled when Anton announces he's taken a local job to spend more time with her. Meanwhile, the Trinity Killer dispatches his next victim. Debra becomes drawn to Lundy's theories about Trinity, while Dexter finds himself in awe of Trinity's masterful killing technique. Despite their enthusiasm, LaGuerta threatens to shut down the investigation, instead focused on bringing the Vacation Murderers to justice.
DISC TWO
Episode 4: Dex Takes A Holiday
Rita takes the kids out of town for the weekend, leaving Dexter time for some much needed R&R. And for him, that means stalking a new victim. He sets his sights on a woman accused of murdering her family. The more Dexter learns about this woman, the more he begins to question his own judgment. Can Dexter handle the pressures of family, or is he headed down a similar dark path?
Episode 5: Dirty Harry
Recent events spur Dexter into his own investigation of the Trinity Killer. His motivations are now personal, and the clock is ticking. But the closer Dexter gets, the more he realizes that Trinity is unlike any monster he's previously encountered.
Episode 6: If I Had A Hammer
Dexter knows it's only a matter of time before Miami Metro discovers the Trinity Killer's latest handiwork. He works doubly hard to stay one step ahead of their investigation. Dexter has begun to realize that the closer he gets to Trinity, the more he stands to learn from this very different beast. Trinity hides behind a well-kept mask, and getting behind that facade will require some extra prodding on Dexter's part.
Episode 7: Slack Tide
Dexter finds himself enjoying a brief moment of tranquility. He's finally managed to strike a balance between work, family... and other pursuits. But he's keenly aware that times like these aren't meant to last. Debra decides to concentrate on her pursuit of the Trinity Killer as well as delving into her father's checkered past - investigations which Dexter fears might lead her to danger - or worse, the truth.
DISC THREE
Episode 8: Road Kill
Dexter has always known that his father's Code was meant to protect him from exposure. But after commiting a serious mistake, he wonders if it could have been designed to protect him from something even more dangerous - human emotion. When he discovers that Trinity is planning an out-of-town trip, Dexter sees an opportunity to ride along and gain insight into the mind of a fellow monster. Even so, Dexter isn't prepared for the startling revelations Trinity makes along the way, revelations about his own past which only serve to convince Dexter of what he must do.
Episode 9: Hungry Man
For most people, Thanksgiving is a time for traditions and family. But for Dexter, it's an opportunity to get closer to his most dangerous adversary yet. As Dexter gains insight into Arthur's psycology by studying those closest to him, he finds himself drawn into a bizarre and twisted world. Meanwhile, Debra uses the holiday to continue her investigation into the Trinity Killer, a pursuit which threatens her brother's safety and brings to light surprising revelations about someone else close to her.
Episode 10: Lost Boys
Dexter finally believes he understands the beast known as Trinity. But when a ten-year-old boy goes missing, Dexter is forced to question everything he's learned up to this point. It's a race against the clock. And with each step forward, Dexter has to confront the real possibility that he may have more in common with Trinity than he'd like to admit. Secrets abound - from Cody, who is forced to defend one of Dexter's lies; Masuka, who can't bring himself to confess what he witnessed at Thanksgiving; and Debra, whose recent discoveries forces one of Miami's finest into making an impossible decision.
Episode 11: Hello, Dexter Morgan
Dexter's worst fears have been realized. Because of Debra's unrelenting pursuit, Miami Metro is just one step away from discovering the identity of the Trinity Killer. And Dexter can't let that happen. Arthur's arrest would not only deprive Dexter of a satisfying kill, it would also expose the secret life Dexter's been leading in pursuit of this monster. Dexter must take drastic action to buy himself time to deal with Trinity in his own fashion. Meanwhile, Rita decides to confide in Dexter, which doesn't go as well as she'd hoped. LaGuerta and Batista's breach of ethics paints them into a very tight corner. And Arthur, who still can't understand why Dexter didn't simply turn him in, begins his own bloody investigation into Kyle Butler.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: The Getaway
As the noose tightens, Arthur warns Dexter to back off. But Dexter will do anything to stop Trinity from eluding him, even if that means putting himself on the wrong side of the law. Rita acknowledges the rocky relationship she and Dexter share, but reaffirms her support. Batista and LaGuerta face the consequences of their actions. Debra unearths a deeply-hidden truth, but not one she expected to find. And ultimately, Dexter and Arthur find themselves on a collision course, leading them to a confrontation that will change their lives forever.
My Comments:
Season 4 of this wonderful show features the excellent John Lithgow as the Trinity Killer and, thusfar, is the best of the series. The finale will leave you breathless.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
4 Stars
2009
Television
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Year(s) Aired: 2010
Year of DVD Release: 2011
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: 10 hours, 18 minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 4 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
GUILT CAN BE A KILLER
The fifth season finds Dexter struggling with the guilt over Rita's death. He seeks solace in his old killer ways and embarks on an unexpected and surprising relationship with the mysterious Lumen (Julia Stiles). But Dexter's need to kill overpowers his desire for human connection. Now with a few people closer to discovering the truth about him, how much longer will America's favorite serial killer be able to keep his dark secret?
The critically acclaimed original series from Showtime, starring Golden Globe winner Michael C.Hall, is back on DVD with all 12 startling and stirring episodes.
Episode Summary:
DISC ONE
Episode 1: My Bad
In the aftermath of last season's chilling series finale, Rita's death has left Dexter feeling responsible, possibly even... guilty. Unable to deal with the trauma, Dexter makes a drastic decision that will impact everyone around him. Quinn stirs up trouble at the station when he notes that Rita's murder, which is being pinned on the Trinity killer, doesn't fit his normal murder profile. Things get even more heated when Quinn suggests to LaGuerta that they look at the husband: Dexter Morgan. Meanwhile, Quinn offers Debra much needed support, causing her to see Quinn in a new light.
Episode 2: Hello Bandit
In his new role as single father, an anxious Dexter tries to get his family's routine back on track, to begin the process of moving on from Rita's death. Dexter attempts to focus all his attention on the kids whil curbing his dark urges. But when evidence of foul play falls into his lap, Dexter makes a horrific discovery, setting Dexter on the trail of his next victim. Debra, trying to be the good sister, shares her apartment with Dexter and the kids only to find there's no room for her. She unhappily finds herself on Quinn's doorstep. Miami Metro has their work cut out when a grisly scene is found in a Venezuelan neighborhood.
Episode 3: Practically Perfect
Dexter finds himself in a strange new world when he attempts to hire a nanny for Harrison so he can continue to stalk and kill his next victim. Meanwhile, Debra, who takes the lead on a bizarre double homicide, is displeased when Batista suggests bringing in an annoying rookie officer who has her own theories on the case.
DISC TWO
Episode 4: Beauty and the Beast
Dexter finds himself in a strange situation when, instead of taking a life, he has to save one. Deb has a scary confrontation with a key suspect in the Santa Muerte murder cases. Quinn continues following up on the strange similarities between "Kyle Butler" and Dexter Morgan.
Episode 5: First Blood
When Dexter is saddled with an unwanted conspirator, he is forced to make some hard decisions about her fate. Meanwhile, Dexter wonders if Rita's death has awakened a darkness inside Harrison. Due to Quinn's recent suspension, Debra works the Santa Muerte case alone, leaving Quinn time to enlist an old friend to look into Dexter.
Episode 6: Everything Is Illumenated
Trying to get his life back on track, Dexter hunts a new target, but is distracted and drawn to precarious situation while helping his troubled acquaintance. Batista discovers an interesting lead in the Santa Muerte murder cases. Quinn learns some new information about Dexter from a questionable source.
Episode 7: Circle Us
While helping Lumen, Dexter finds himself on a collision course with Debra an the rest of Homicide when he is called to investigate a horrifying crime scene. Meanwhile, the Santa Muerte case leads to a violent standoff between Debra and the Santa Muerte killers.
DISC THREE
Episode 8: Take It!
While attending a self-help seminar, Dexter and Lumen vet and stalk a violent killer. Debra gets into some unexpected trouble from the fallout of the Santa Muerte case, forcing Batista to make a difficult decision.
Episode 9: Teenage Wasteland
While in the midst of hunting down their next victim, Dexter and Lumen are surprised by the return of an unannounced guest. Debra is assigned to the file room, but still manages to uncover new evidence in the Barrel Girl case.
Episode 10: In the Beginning
Just as Dexter discovers a possible ally in th pursuit of Lumen's former captors, he and Lumen are forced to step down as Homicide uncovers some key evidence linked to one of their prior victims. Debra, who's been reassigned to the Barrel Girls murders, positively identifies two more suspects in the case.
Episode 11: Hop A Freighter
Dexter and Lumen's plans ae mentarily thwarted when Dexter's forced to do damage control after he concedes that someone, outside of Miami Metro, has taken an interest in them. Debra's speculation on the missing Barrel Girl suspects begin to take shape. Quinn finds himself more involved in a homicide than he'd like to be.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: The Big One
In the season finale, Dexter's situation grows more desperate when he discovers that Lumen's been set up. Despite knowing he's being baited into a trap, Dexter risks everything to make sure he doesn't make the same mistae again. In the Barrel Girls case, Debra lets her personal feelings lead her instincts once she concedes that vigilantes are more than just a theory. Quinn finds himself in a troublesome situation, which only Dexter can help him out of.
My Comments:
Though still excellent, Season 5 falls short of its jaw-droppingly good predecessor.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
4 Stars
2010
Television
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Starring:
Year(s) Aired: 2011
Year of DVD Release: 2012
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: 10 hours, 18 minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 4 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
THE AVENGING ANGEL IS BACK!
It's begun! The sixth season finds America's favorite serial killer with a new lease on life... and death. Dexter's Dark Passenger is alive and well as he manages to stay in the shadows, do his job and be a single father. With Trinity in his rearview mirror, life becomes a bit more complicated for Dexter as he discovers religion in more ways than one.
An outbreak of gruesome killings based on the Book of Revelations and the emergence of the Doomsday Killer puts Dexter and Miami Homicide on the hunt for a new beast of biblical proportions. Can Dexter catch him before the Apocalypse? Or is this holy beast too much even for him? The critically acclaimed original series from Showtime is back with all 12 jaw-dropping episodes.
Episode Summary:
DISC ONE
Episode 1: Those Kinds Of Things
Dexter Morgan attends his 20th high school reunion to hunt a former Prom King; Homicide's investigation into a gruesome, faith-based murder causes Dexter to ask some spiritual questions and consider his son's legacy; solid in her relationiship with Quinn and her role as detective, Debra becomes an unexpected hero.
Episode 2: Once Upon A Time...
To solve a mysterious and macabre murder, Homicide brings in Brother Sam, a minister with a criminal past whom Dexter recognizes as a fellow killer who might have found a cover even better than his own; now a local hero, Debra is surprised by two life-changing proposals.
Episode 3: Smokey And The Bandit
Dexter is confronted with a sobering glimpse of his own potential future when a serial killer from his past makes a startling reappearance; Debra is uncomfortable in her new job; Travis struggles to keep his mentor happy, as he and Gellar prepare a new twisted tableau, ensuring Debra's next task will be a daunting one.
DISC TWO
Episode 4: A Horse Of A Different Color
Much to his own surprise, an emergency with Harrison and a new tableau from Gellar and Travis have Dexter leaning on Brother Sam for support as he questions the idea of faith; with proof of a religiously motivated killer, Homicide hunts for a zealot, with Debra giving his first official press conference.
Episode 5: The Angel Of Death
With the help of his newfound friend Brother Sam, Dexter wonders if there is light within him to counter the darkness, while a search for the Doomsday Killers takes him in a new direction; Batista and Quinn pay a visit to the university where Professor Gellar taught; due to departmental regulations following the shooting, Debra is forced to begin therapy.
Episode 6: Just Let Go
Dexter is caught up in a very personal case that awakens the needs of his Dark Passenger; Debra feels overwhelmed by her new Lieutenant duties, made all the more complicated when she finds out Quinn slept with a witness in the Doomsday case.
Episode 7: Nebraska
Dexter and a fellow Dark Passenger take a road trip to Nebraska to tie up some loose ends from the past; Debra deals with the complications of her promotion as she leads the Doomsday investigation.
DISC THREE
Episode 8: Sin Of Omission
Dexter uses lessons he learned from Brother Sam to follow up on some new lead in the Doomsday investigation; Debra butts heads with Captain LaGuerta over the case of a dead call girl.
Episode 9: Get Gellar
While hunting the Doomsday Killers, Dexter receives help from an unexpected sources and stays one step ahead of Homicide; Debra discovers something new about herself in therapy.
Episode 10: Ricochet Rabbit
Dexter tries to figure out the Doomsday Killers' next victim before it's too late; Debra has a strong reaction to a crime scene, which leads her to the realization that she leans too heavily on her brother.
Episode 11: Talk To The Hand
In order to catch the Doomsday Killers, Dexter must create a macabre tableau of his own; Debra's battle with LaGuerta over the case of the dead call girl boils over, and her therapist makes an unnerving suggestion.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: This Is The Way The World Ends
Dexter and Homicide race against a lunar eclipse to catch the Doomsday Killers before their final gruesome act; Debra struggles with a new emotional reality.
My Comments:
Another good, but somewhat lack-luster season. The finale is very shocking though.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
4 Stars
2011
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Year(s) Aired: 2012
Year of DVD Release: 2013
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: 11 hours, 11 minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 4 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
HE SAW. SHE SAW.
Everyone's favorite serial killer is back for more in Season 7 of the wickedly good drama Dexter, on SHOWTIME. Golden Globe winner Michael C. Hall returns as the Miami forensics expert with blood on his hands - only now, he's finally forced to come clean to his sister, Deb, about his deadly ways. Meanwhile, there's a chance for possible romance with a fellow murderer, Deb learns how difficult it is to keep her brother's secrets, Batista pursues a dream away from the force, Quinn loses his heart, and LaGuerta gets closer to pinning the Bay Harbor Butcher killings on Dexter. Someone's got it coming...
Episode Summary:
DISC ONE
Episode 1: ARE YOU...?
Reeling from Debra witnessing Dexter kill Travis Marshall, brother and sister attempt to reconcile while struggling to cover up their involvement with the murder. Meanwhile, Detective Mike Anderson has an unfortunate run-in, Quinn and Batista begin to make amends, and LaGuerta finds evidence that causes her to rethink the closed Bay Harbor Butcher Case, which could mean trouble for Dexter - and Debra...
Episode 2: SUNSHINE AND FROSTY SWIRLS
When a local convict claimshe has new information regarding a fifteen-year-old crime spree, Miami Metro sets out to unearth new evidence on the case. While Debra attempts to cure Dexter of his killer tendencies, the Mike Anderson case leads to the Ukrainian Mob, and a vengeful Louis won't stop meddling with Dexter's life.
Episode 3: BUCK THE SYSTEM
Dexter tries to bring Debra on board with his new target, while the Ukranian mob seeks revenge for the killing of one of their own. Quinn grows close to a dancer at the mob's strip club, and LaGuerta attempts to enlist Batista to help her with reopening the case of the Bay Harbor Butcher, who she believes is still out there.
DISC TWO
Episode 4: RUN
After capturing a deadly killer, things go awry for Miami Metro, sending Debra into a tailspin. In an effort to help his sister, Dexter enters into a dangerous game of cat and mouse, while the Ukranian mob continues to seek revenge.
Episode 5: SWIM DEEP
While trying to uncover why Louis was killed on his boat, Dexter must out-maneuver Isaak, who's after Dexter - and Debra. New leads are brought to light on the Wayne Randall killing spree case by his alluring former accomplice, Hannah McKay, who Dexter discovers has a secret.
Episode 6: DO THE WRONG THING
Dexter becomes intrigued by Hannah, while Debra gets to know local crime writer Sal Price, who has dug up some possibly inciminating dirt on Hannah. Quinn gets made an offer he tries to refuse, while Batista is drawn to a new business opportunity. And try as Debra might, she can't stop LaGuerta from upending the Bay Harbor Butcher Case...
Episode 7: CHEMISTRY
Things heat up as Dexter and Hannah grow closer, and when Sal Price discovers the two are involved, he wants the exclusive story. Sal helps Debra uncover new evidence about Hannah, while Quinn makes questionable choices to protect his girlfriend, Nadia.
DISC THREE
Episode 8: ARGENTINA
Dexter tries to keep Debra in the dark about his relationship with Hannah, but a surprise visit from Astor, Cody and Harrison throws and wrench into Dexter's plans. Now out of jail, Isaak renews his pursuit of Dexter, while Quinn continues his power struggle with the Koshkas.
Episode 9: HELTER SKELTER
Dexter is preoccupied with Isaak still on the loose, but an internal struggle within the Koshka Brotherhood could work to Dexter's advantage. And while Miami Metro is on the hunt for a Phantom Arsonist, Dexter goes to great lengths to protect his relationship with Hannah, asking a favor of Debra that causes her to question her loyalty to Dexter.
Episode 10: THE DARK... WHATEVER
A surprise visit from Hannah's father puts Dexter on alert, and the Phantom Arsonist's crimes become more gruesome. Defending Nadia's honor forces Quinn into a dangerous situation, and LaGuerta brings on former Deputy Chief Matthews to help her with the Bay Harbor Butcher case.
Episode 11: DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?
As Christmas approaches, Dexter tries to balance his life with Hannah and his relationship with Debra, but unbeknownst to Dexter, Debra follows up on what could be an incriminating tip that Hannah's father gave her. However, when Dexter learns that the man responsible for ordering his mother's death has been released from prison, he zeros in for a kill that might end all kills.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: SURPRISE, MOTHERFUCKER!
As LaGuerta closes in on Dexter's secret, Dexter struggles to protect himself, Debra and the life he's built, in this disturbing season finale.
My Comments:
In this second-to-final season, things definitely have picked up as Deb struggles to accept the reality of what Dexter is.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
4 Stars
2012
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Year(s) Aired: 2013
Year of DVD Release: 2013
Rated: Not Rated
Approx. Running Time: 11 hours, 11 minutes
Format(s): DVD (4 discs)
My Rating: 3 Stars (Out Of 5)
From Back Cover:
IT'S A WRAP.
It's the beginning of the end for charming Miami forensics expert Dexter Morgan (Golden Globe Winner Michael C. Hall) as all 12 season eight episodes bring to rest the critically acclaimed hit series. He's spent his days solving crimes and his nights commiting them, but never before has Dexter had to deal with a more abhorrent and deranged enemy than he does now: himself. Six months after the stunning murder of Lt. LaGuerta, Dexter's estranged sister Debra (Jennifer Carpenter) tries to cope with her guilt in her brother's crimes, while an emotionally vulnerable Dexter comes face to face with a psychopathologist who knows the code that has motivated his every murder. Filled with the dark twists and revelations that Dexter fans relish, season eight finishes Dexter's twisted journey with a bloody amazing send-off that will haunt fans forever.
Episode Summary: (From IMDb.com)
DISC ONE
Episode 1: A BEAUTIFUL DAY
It's now 6 months since Captain LaGuerta's death. Dexter is still working as a blood spatter expert but Deb has quit the force and is now working as a private investigator. She's also been avoiding Dexter as much as possible. Angel Batista is now the squad's Lieutenant and Tom Matthews is a Deputy Chief. Dexter is worried about Deb in general but even more so after he hears she hasn't been in touch with her new boss for two weeks. Metro homicide has a new case after a body is found on the beach. The man's skull has been sliced open and a small part of his brain removed. Matthews introduces a civilian expert, Dr. Evelyn Vogel, who has volunteered her time to help with the investigation. Dexter is distrustful of her from the outset and with good reason as it turns out: she seems to know a great deal about him.
Episode 2: EVERY SILVER LINING...
Dr. Vogel shows Dexter some video she shot when his father Harry visited her for help in treating him. Dexter was only 10 years old when Harry first visited her and she takes more than just a little of the credit for what Dexter calls Harry's code: that he would only kill bad people. Vogel says she did it because she cared for him. Having saved his life, she now wants to call in a favor: she thinks the man who recently slide open someones brain and left the body on the beach is one of her former patients. She wants Dexter to do what she and Harry taught him to do.
Episode 3: WHAT'S EATING DEXTER MORGAN?
Deb is going through a particularly bad patch and there is nothing Dexter can seemingly do about it. A cop finds her behind the wheel her car, drunk. She had the good sense to pull over but ran over a parking meter in the process. She contacts Quinn who manages to get her out without being charged. Dexter blames himself but Vogel says he shouldn't take on her problems. She also wonders why Dexter didn't kill her when she found him out. Drunk again, Deb goes to the station and tells Quinn she killed LaGuerta. Meanwhile, Dexter and the police check out Lyle Sussman's cabin only to find him dead on the floor, the victim of a shotgun blast through the mouth. Dexter is wondering if he was the real killer or if someone else was manipulating him; perhaps that someone also killed him. As far as the police are concerned however, the Brain Surgeon case is officially closed. Vogel continues to receive threatening messages, this time two package with brain matter labeled his and hers. Ron Galuzzo is the next of Vogel's patients Dexter investigates. Dexter is convinced he's their man and breaks into his house. Even Dexter isn't quite prepared for what he finds.
DISC TWO
Episode 4: SCAR TISSUE
The next potential killer on Vogel's list is A.J. Yates, who was institutionalized at 15. Vogel tried to channel his hostilities much as she did with Dexter but was unable to do so. When Dexter sees a huge scar on his head, he learns from Vogel that Yates had surgery to remove a brain lesion. He breaks into Yates' house and finds something interesting in the closet. Dexter isn't alone in the house however and it looks he may be their man. He also finds something that affects his relationship with Vogel.
Episode 5: THIS LITTLE PIGGY
Dr. Vogel tells Dexter that Deb was traumatized when she tried to kill him. Now that she's hit rock bottom, things will improve. Dexter isn't too happy with either Vogel or Deb and concentrates on finding serial killer A.J. Yates. Deb and Dexter have another problem when Yates kidnaps Vogel and they set out to rescue her. At the station, the police continue investigating the death of Norma Rivera. She had sex not long before dying and they assume that whoever that was is also the man who killed her. They have a suspect, her former employer Ed Hamilton, who admits to having had sex with her but insists she was alive when he last saw her. Dexter wonders if Hamilton's son Zach might have been involved. Vince Masuka meanwhile has confirmed that Nikki is his daughter and is quite taken by the idea of fatherhood. Quinn warns him to be careful about relatives who appear out of nowhere.
Episode 6: A LITTLE REFLECTION
Dexter is convinced that Zack Hamilton killed Norma Rivera but has no proof and takes to following him whenever he can. He's more than a bit surprised to follow him to Dr. Vogel's office. She admits that Zach is a new patient but refuses to talk about his case. Batista is under pressure from Deputy Chief Tom Matthews to make a decision on who to promote to sergeant. When Quinn learns he didn't get the job, he redoubles his effort to solve the Rivera murder. With Dexter tagging along, it becomes obvious - to Dexter at least - that Zack is stalking his next victim, Sofia Fuentes a waitress at a yacht club owned by the Hamilton family. Deb's boss wants to get evidence that his sister's boyfriend is a skirt-chaser who sees other women. Deb agrees to try and lure him into a compromising situation. Dexter goes out on a date with his new neighbor Cassie. Masuka learns that his newfound daughter may have serious financial problems. Dexter gets a surprise visitor.
Episode 7: DRESS CODE
After being drugged by Hannah McKay, Dexter wakes up in an industrial area outside of town. He knows that Hannah is responsible and she's surprisingly easy to find, which makes Dexter more than just a bit suspicious. It turns out she's living on a luxury yacht with her husband Jacob. She's changed her name to Maggie and says she's quite happy. Her husband doesn't appreciate the fact that she's met with Dexter forcing her to take action and for Dexter to help her out. Meanwhile, Dexter has agreed to teach Zach Hamilton the code - to Dr. Vogel's delight - but he is proving to be a difficult student. When someone close to Dexter is killed, he's certain that Zach is the culprit. Masuka arranges a new job for his newfound daughter.
DISC THREE
Episode 8: ARE WE THERE YET?
Dexter is certain that Zach Hamilton killed his next door neighbor Cassie, who is found bludgeoned to death in her apartment. The scene suggests that the crime was impulsive rather than planned, as was the case with the death of Norma Rivera. Dexter finds Zach's blood under her fingernails but can't report it for obvious reasons. Zach is in the Keys - he's used his credit card - and Dexter and Hannah set off to find him. What he finds there impresses Dexter but also suggests that Zach isn't the killer. Meanwhile, Dexter is also helping Hannah acquire a new identity and make arrangements to leave the country. There is a strong bond between them however and Dexter begins to see a different future for himself.
Episode 9: MAKE YOUR OWN KIND OF MUSIC
Dexter has decided to make a new life for himself with Hannah and Harrison but not before he takes care of the Brain Surgeon. In searching Zach Hamilton's photo studio he finds a clump of hair and blood hidden under a table. When Dexter runs the sample against the DNA database he finds a familial match - to Dr. Evelyn Vogel. Somewhat incredulous at his revelation, Vogel explains that she once had two sons, the eldest of which killed the other. He was placed in a mental institution but died in fire. Dexter believes he must have survived and soon has him identified. Deb meanwhile is having second thoughts about returning to Miami Metro. She's also agreed to let Hannah, who is now being sought by a Federal Marshall, hide out at her house.
Episode 10: GOODBYE MIAMI
Having made the decision that he and Harrison will move to Argentina with Hannah, Dexter has a lot to do. He tells Deb about his plan but that doesn't go over very well. He also tells Dr, Vogel that her son, Saxon, is dangerous and she is in need of protection. She insists that he back off and let her deal with him in her own way but Dexter has no intention of leaving Miami while Saxon is alive. Saxon has problems however and he takes his mother to his killing room explaining that it's identical to the treatment room at the mental hospital she put him in. He wants his mother to help him in the same way she helped Dexter. Meanwhile, Quinn suggests to Jamie that she should at least attend a job interview for a position at a prestigious academy in Atlanta. Masuka is upset when his daughter Niki shows up high at a crime scene.
Episode 11: MONKEY IN A BOX
Still coming to terms with Dr. Vogel's death, Dexter wants to eliminate Oliver Saxon before he, Harrison and Hannah head off to South America. He also has a lot of personal items to tie up including selling his condo. Saxon shows up as a prospective buyer and offers Dexter a deal: they stop going after each other and go their own way. Dexter is non-committal and, having located his kill room, sets a trap for him. Meanwhile, U.S. Deputy Marshall Clayton is following Deb, certain that she will lead him to Hannah. Dexter is continuing to reevaluate his priorities and his final choices have an impact on several key players.
DISC FOUR
Episode 12: REMEMBER THE MONSTERS?
Dexter has to act quickly when Hannah tells him Elway is staking out the airport. He finds a way to get him out of the way but it also leads to the entire airport being closed. With a hurricane bearing down on Miami, few options are open to them. Dexter races to the hospital when he learns that Deb has been shot. She seems to be recovering and he decides to send Hannah and Harrison to Jacksonville where they could catch a flight. A return trip to the hospital leads to Saxon's arrest but also bad news about Deb. Realizing that he has, directly or indirectly, been responsible for the death of everyone he's ever loved, Dexter accepts there is only one option open to him.
My Comments:
The final season and damned if the writers didn't fuck it up. Such a disappointing end to what was once a great show.
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Not Rated (MPAA)
3 Stars
2013
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