Rad TV: Dexter (The Merged Thread)

[godmode]

What do you Rad people think of Showtime's Dexter? I think its a brilliant show, and every episode is really fun to watch. Cant wait for Season 2 which starts September 30th!

[mikeyj10]

It's a great show based on a pretty good book, but they f'ed with the book's ending too much. The second book also good in my opinion, so the changes carrying over from the first season may not work out.

[toolegit2kwit]

I was wondering how long it would take for Dexter to be mentioned. I love the show , I have been meaning to read the first book but I can never remember to buy it.

[filch]

I love this show. I didn't even know it was a book!!! How'd the ending in the book go?

[steek]

I love this show. I didn't even know it was a book!!! How'd the ending in the book go?

Its the same Im sure. The series will follow the books till season 2 then it will branch off with new stories. Anyway I love Dexter I personally think its the best show ever but thats me. I was going to make a post about it but never really got around to it. Everyone should watch this show it really is amazing. @Godmode I think it starts shooting season 2 in September for fall release. I could be wrong.

[mikeyj10]

Its the same Im sure. The series will follow the books till season 2 then it will branch off with new stories. Anyway I love Dexter I personally think its the best show ever but thats me. I was going to make a post about it but never really got around to it. Everyone should watch this show it really is amazing. @Godmode I think it starts shooting season 2 in September for fall release. I could be wrong.

Yeah except in the book ************* dies and Dex's ************** knows that he is a killer and helps cover it up in book 2.

[logant]

Probably the best show ever made next to The Shield. Anyone watch it?

[wideawakewesley]

I was wondering how long it would take for Dexter to be mentioned. I love the show...


Revision 3 forums have a search feature people!

[tectec]

Sorry to bring back an old thread but I am absolutely hooked on this show now. I watched the first 8 episodes in just the past 2 days. If you haven't watched Dexter yet, give it a try. Its one of the best shows I've seen in a long long time.

[steek]

Since this is back up. Did anyone watch the 2 leaked episodes of season 2? Very good.

[tectec]

Since this is back up. Did anyone watch the 2 leaked episodes of season 2? Very good.

I will once I finish season 1 :)

I've already seen the first few leaked episodes of Weeds though, and this upcoming season looks to be really promising as well.

[steek]

I will once I finish season 1 :)

I've already seen the first few leaked episodes of Weeds though, and this upcoming season looks to be really promising as well.

Ya I saw about 4 episodes of weeds and 2 episodes of Brotherhood. Both good.

[darksydeavenger]

Saw the leaked episodes of Dexter...and was kinda disappointed. Especially with the first episode. It felt more like a bridge between seasons one and two. Episode two fixed my disappointment though.

[lavahot]

I love Dexter, but I never had any interest in Six Feet Under. I didn't know it was a book. I can't wait for the show to start up again. If I tell my mother that 2 episodes leaked out, it wont end until I get them for her.

[untrueprophecy]

I thought you guys meant Dexter's Lab. I was both confused and excited.

Dexter's a cookie.

[steek]

I love Dexter, but I never had any interest in Six Feet Under. I didn't know it was a book. I can't wait for the show to start up again. If I tell my mother that 2 episodes leaked out, it wont end until I get them for her.

Six feet under was the first show I started watching when I got HBO on demand. I wasent even gonna watch it at first but that show is really good and has a great ending.

[lavahot]

I've seen the ending, I can't even make a montage that lives up to that, or can I?

[deegraww]

I've read both books and have to say I like them better. Michael C. Hall is great as the character but I just don't really like the show. The 3rd book was supposed to be out this july but amazon shows it not coming out till next year :(

[rickweasel]

Haha when i told my friend about it dexter he was not really that interested. then i told him its kind of like veronica mars....but with bjs he started watching it and love the show. haha.

I didnt know they first 2 where leaked i kind of want to see them but maybe i will wait. I think they mention it on some kind of behind the scenes on showtime on demand that it was a book. I wish i knew earlier then i would have read the books first. maybe i will ready the books.

[steek]

Haha when i told my friend about it dexter he was not really that interested. then i told him its kind of like veronica mars....but with bjs he started watching it and love the show. haha.

I didnt know they first 2 where leaked i kind of want to see them but maybe i will wait. I think they mention it on some kind of behind the scenes on showtime on demand that it was a book. I wish i knew earlier then i would have read the books first. maybe i will ready the books.

My brother worked at a bookstore around the time of the first season and got the first book. I was gonna read it to see what was gonna happen but i didnt know were i would wanna start so i didnt bother.

[tectec]

Well, now I'm all caught up with the leaked episodes and all. I'll be going through withdrawls soon. I really like how the second season started.

[rickweasel]

Well, now I'm all caught up with the leaked episodes and all. I'll be going through withdrawls soon. I really like how the second season started.

You think i should watch the leaked episodes or wait? i am a big dexter fan.

[tectec]

You think i should watch the leaked episodes or wait? i am a big dexter fan.

If you watch them now you'll only have to wait longer for episodes 3 and up. I got them because I finished the whole first season in 2 days and didn't have the patience to wait. The decision is up to you.

[rickweasel]

If you watch them now you'll only have to wait longer for episodes 3 and up. I got them because I finished the whole first season in 2 days and didn't have the patience to wait. The decision is up to you.

That is true. I just dont understand how people could leak shows out. ohhh well. I remember the times just waiting forever and a day for the next episodes. well at least it felt like forever. haha

[hlynch1]

I love the show, but i like the books more. Especially all the stuff that happens in the second book.

[rickweasel]

Holy crap!!!! i saw them. AWESOME!!! damn i think i might read the books. I still think Jennifer Carpenter is an over actor...or the script has her saying fu*k and Co*k sucker to much.

[leroyjenkinsftw]

i watched season one and got hooked and i can't wait for season 2...and wats this i hear about some leakage?

[steek]

i watched season one and got hooked and i can't wait for season 2...and wats this i hear about some leakage?

2 episodes were leaked but they are more of season 1.5 then season 2. But thats the first 2 episodes hopefully we get more story in the next episodes.

[godmode]

btw season 2 is not based on the second book. its an original story, as far as i know.

[steek]

btw season 2 is not based on the second book. its an original story, as far as i know.

Season 2 is based on the book. Season 3 will be the start on new stories.

[godmode]

Season 2 is based on the book. Season 3 will be the start on new stories.

are u sure?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dexter_%28TV_series%29#Season_2

the wiki says otherwise

[steek]

are u sure?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dexter_%28TV_series%29#Season_2

the wiki says otherwise

Well your right. My mistake.

[mittop]

I've never read the book. But I do find the show to be interesting and quite different.

I would call it a great show.

[fancyburrito]

I just started watching the first season OnDemand this past month and completely loved it. This is easily the most challenging show I've ever watched, yes, even more so than The Shield. In The Shield you see that Vic and Shane are clearly distraught over some of their actions, and I (the viewer) am able to rationalize their actions with the idea that they're ultimately doing bad for a "greater good" (in most cases). With Dexter, he only kills bad people, but he doesn't just do it to "take out the garbage", he's actually doing it for self gratification. And yet, you still find yourself rooting for this very disturbed character. It's rare TV challenges you in such a way.

Also, I downloaded the first two episodes of season 2, and I'm happy to say that I think it's going to be a very interesting season.

[shibbiez]

Starts September 30th. Who's completely excited for the return of our favorite serial killer!? I can't wait. Sorry Jeff, but Dexter is THE BEST show on television.

[7h0m45]

yea i cant freakin wait. i am really interested to see if Rita confronts Dex on the shoe.

[shibbiez]

YESSSS. It's been buggin the crap out of me. I bet she will confront him, and he'll either figure out a way to trick her, or confess and have her be okay with it all.

[fluxcapacitor]

This is probably my favorite show right now too. I've watched the first couple episodes of the new season (they were leaked) and can't wait til the 3rd episode.

[sugarsickness]

First two eps have been on the torrents for a while now.





And it's pretty insane from the get go :( I can't wait for it to start, easily my favorite show on right now

[phunlee]

This is in my top 3 of shows right now. I also saw the first 2 eps. It's gonna be great. The new story doesn't slow down one bit.

This show has always left me on the edge of my seat. I mean, he's a serial killer, but he's such a sweet guy. I don't want anything to happen to him.

I always compared him to Batman. He's a superhero without superhero powers, just his knowledge and his strength. Unless of course you count Deus Ex Machina as a superpower.

[godmode]

I too watched the first 2 eps on torrent. Dammit I have to wait till October 14th to see anything new!

[shibbiez]

Yeah I was gonna check out the torrents but I'm just gonna wait for the 30th to stay on track. The suspense is killing me.

[bradschl]

I too watched the first 2 eps on torrent. Dammit I have to wait till October 14th to see anything new!

Ha, I know exactly how you feel. I'm really excited about the direction the new season is taking. Can't wait.

[deegraww]

I couldn't get into it. I read the books and enjoyed them a lot more then the show.

[tsmith15]

I'm excited. I just recently bought season one on DVD.

[rickweasel]

This is in my top 3 of shows right now. I also saw the first 2 eps. It's gonna be great. The new story doesn't slow down one bit.

This show has always left me on the edge of my seat. I mean, he's a serial killer, but he's such a sweet guy. I don't want anything to happen to him.

I always compared him to Batman. He's a superhero without superhero powers, just his knowledge and his strength. Unless of course you count Deus Ex Machina as a superpower.

If batman killed. yeah. haha but i know what you mean. He could play batman...i can see it.

[the-clab]

There are so many billboards and posters for season 2 in my area I got curious about Dexter. I just got through season one and I'm hooked. I really enjoyed Six Feet Under and I think this is a great character for Hall. He's got the nice guy with a dark side thing down. I'm getting the first couple episodes of season 2 as we speak.
I wonder if any of the TRS guys have seen this show?

[serenity]

My boyfriend and I just started watching this show and I must say, it's fantastic!!

I love everything about it.

[logant]

If I was only allowed to watch one tv show for the rest of my life, it would be Dexter.

[theblackbrian]

Haha, glad I didn't start a new thread on this. I was just wondering if anyone else watched it. Best show on TV for sure (apart from Top Gear).

[radmax]

Dexter is amazing!!

One of my best friends is an ethics teacher at all girls college and he talks about the show a lot from an ethical viewpoint and it we can discuss it for hours.

[tectec]

I truly love this show. Every week new nuggets of goodness are revealed and they keep us wanting more and more. I can't wait to see what happens next.

[godmode]

Sunday's episode was epic(dont want to spoil). I cant imagine where its going to go from here. Either way I hope Dexter kills Rita :D

[neverendingwhitelights]

One of the best shows on right now.

[serenity]

I'm almost caught up to the newest episode and this is still one of my favourite shows (ever!). So, so good.

[j5onfield]

I too think the shield is the best show ever. Its all about the experience that the series gives you and the shield was one that i will never forget. Dexter has taken over as my first slot winner. I watched the season one before it was so huge of a show and was hooked from there. I cant believe season 2 is even better. Only one bad thing to say about dexter, and that is some things aren't so believable(mostly combat scenes). Its so good i can look past that.

I def think its a series worthy of mentioning on the show. You cant go wrong with this show. I haven't ever heard anyone who says ya I started watching Dex but stopped because it was boring me to dealth. :)

[sugarsickness]

A long time ago I emailed them and asked if they watched Dexter. Jeff responded saying they aren't nearly cool enough to have seen it. Jeff made me cry.

Dexter has been my favorite currently airing show since it started but these last two episodes have been unbelievable. I have no idea how season 2 is gonna play through. I'm scared :[

[serenity]

A long time ago I emailed them and asked if they watched Dexter. Jeff responded saying they aren't nearly cool enough to have seen it. Jeff made me cry.

Dexter has been my favorite currently airing show since it started but these last two episodes have been unbelievable. I have no idea how season 2 is gonna play through. I'm scared :[

Meh, they'll watch at least a few episodes soon right, guys!? I sent in a Dexter background and got back a vague "I'll have to watch that show" response so being a woman, I am going to take that as a concrete fact that they will watch! And now!

:P

[dignan17]

Meh, they'll watch at least a few episodes soon right, guys!? I sent in a Dexter background and got back a vague "I'll have to watch that show" response so being a woman, I am going to take that as a concrete fact that they will watch! And now!

:P

It baffles me that the guys have not seen Dexter. Like so many in this thread, Dexter is right there at the top of my list right now. I think there's only one show I like more, and that's Avatar.

I still think I liked season one more, probably because I can't stand Lilah, but season two has had so many episodes ending with "HOLY CRAP!!" moments that it keeps me riveted.

And C Michael Hall is absolutely amazing as Dexter. The way, in season one, that he played this empty shell of a person who was putting on an act of normalcy...*shudder*...it gave me chills it was so good! And it's still interesting this season, seeing him go through some emotional changes.

*very minor spoilers ahead*
Frankly, I'm surprised that, in only their second season, they're dealing with his crimes directly. That seems like something they'd wait to do much later, like a season three or four kind of thing.

[serenity]

Zomg j5onfield is using my Dexter background as an avatar. :D Heehee!

[thecakeisalie]

At first I thought you were talking about the cartoon Dexter, which was on a number of years ago. It was about a really smart kid who invented all sorts of neat stuff. I really enjoyed that show. I don't HBO and stuff so I can't comment on this other show...

[radmax]

At first I thought you were talking about the cartoon Dexter, which was on a number of years ago. It was about a really smart kid who invented all sorts of neat stuff. I really enjoyed that show. I don't HBO and stuff so I can't comment on this other show...

You can download it off of iTunes. Just do a search or look under Showtime.

It's worth checking out the first cpl episodes to see if it is your thing or not.

[decepticon]

Words can't even describe how great this show is. Fantastic! Right behind The Shield as my favorite show on TV currently...I love it, and Michael C. Hall NEEDS more recognition...fantastic actor.

For those keeping up with season 2...Holy shit, things are definitely coming to a breaking point! This is going to be a fantastic season once it's all over, I think...I like where this is going, and I'm ALREADY pumped for season 3, even without knowing how season 2 is going to end.

[bradschl]

Yeah, Michael C. Hall definitely sold this show to me.

Especially in the first season, there were just so many subtle things he did that fleshed out such an abnormal character. You can tell the difference when he's truly happy at a crime scene and when he's feigning happiness with his girlfriend.

Very subtle, and very rad.

[serenity]

Oooohhhhhhh man, I'm finally current with the episodes and now I'm so sad I have none to watch because the way the last one ended...

Gah!

Did I mention I love, love, love this show?

Seriously, I think it's my #2 show of all time, just after Firefly.

[wideawakewesley]

I have to say, Dexter is one of the most consistently high quality shows on TV. Can't wait to see where the rest of this season goes...

[rickweasel]

This beat my number one in top five tv shows. its now 1.Dexter and 2. buffy

and i am the worst geek that comes to buffy. i even have some on my ipod.

[7h0m45]

what did everyone think of last night's episode? the stuff we find out about Harry and Dexter's revaluation at the end was powerful.

[splitfire]

Last night's episode was great. It's definitely going to be interesting to see how/if Dexter's behavior is going to change. Hopefully this season ends like the first and doesn't really leave us hanging, wondering how the story is going to end.

[serenity]

What the hell? I made a post in here just before SplitFire and now it's vanished!

Weird.

[thelostwoods]

Dexter is one of the highest quality shows on tv right now, hands down. And it is surprising when I realize how short the seasons are, because it feels like they accomplish so much in half of the time other shows get. Even when they wrap the season up as nicely as they did with the first I find myself desperately wanting more.

[serenity]

what did everyone think of last night's episode? the stuff we find out about Harry and Dexter's revaluation at the end was powerful.

I'm going to repost my response to this, since the forums ate it. (Or I messed up somehow - totally possible)


*** REALLY MAJOR SPOILERS DON'T YOU DARE READ, TRS BOYS!!!!! ***

I LOVE what they did with Doaks and Dexter at the end there (along with the revelation about Dexter's father). As the audience, we are used to Dexter and his killing ways. We are immune already to what he does, the way he kills. It feels normal to us because we love him. By showing us the horror that Doaks (a killer in his own way) feels and the way his father reacted (the very man who trained him to be this way!) to seeing Dexter's work it reminded us that Dexter is a monster. It's one thing to know objectively that someone kills. It's another to see them do it especially in such a graphic way. We still don't care that he is, he's forever the guy we root for but that moment pushed his sickness in our faces. We've forgotten that it is a sickness. So I loved that. :)
*** End spoilers ***





Can't wait for more episodes. :(

[glugory]

Guys, I don't believe I've posted in this thread as of yet, but I too am a total Dexter fanboy. I felt a need to post now because it appears that the final 2 episodes for this season may have leaked. I'm downloading what is supposedly 2x11 right now, but it could just be a virus. More to come...

[serenity]

Guys, I don't believe I've posted in this thread as of yet, but I too am a total Dexter fanboy. I felt a need to post now because it appears that the final 2 episodes for this season may have leaked. I'm downloading what is supposedly 2x11 right now, but it could just be a virus. More to come...

OMG update when you know!

[glugory]

Ladies and gentleman, the eagle has landed. Holy. SHIT!

[serenity]

Ladies and gentleman, the eagle has landed. Holy. SHIT!

:O Zomg really?

I have to make my boyfriend get them when he gets home. I'm geeky but yeah ... I don't know how to do some simple things on the computer. :o

[glugory]

I just finished it. I'm not saying a word and I'm not telling anyone how to get it, but it gives me goosebumps just to think of the amazing shit you're all going to get to see.

In a word, it's simply rad.

[godmode]

downloading 10 and 11 now....giggity

damn i realized i cant watch until i get home tomorrow after work

[serenity]

Yeah my bf got home too late to look for them but I'm forcing him to DL today so we can watch tonight!


Gah, I'm excited! Although I'll be sad that I didn't wait because now I'll have no more Dexter. :P

[splitfire]

Great last two episodes. Now season 3 needs to hurry and start.

[fattymatty]

the last two episodes were amazing. when can we talk about it so we don't ruin it for the rest who haven't seen it?

[godmode]

Find the HTML colour of the background and post everything in that colour

[dignan17]

A great end to the season. I had no idea how they'd wrap everything up, and I was pleasantly surprised with what went down.

This is still my second favorite show on TV (behind Avatar). I can't believe the TRS guys still have not talked about it or probably even seen it. Come on guys! It's available out there in HD, even ;)

[tectec]

I am just as excited for the upcoming Season 3 as I was for Season 2. This is a brilliant show.

[godmode]

Spoilers begin: So anyway I really like the finale. This show definitely keeps me on edge, I have no idea which direction its going to go. I was a bit disappointed that Doakes had to die, since he was my second favourite character on the show. Good thing they redeemed it by killing off annoying vampire succubus Lyla. Props to the writers for writing a great season that didnt come from Book 2. Now we have a new box of slides and a whole new season of new victims. Also I read somewhere that in the books, Rita's son Cody starts developing urges like Dexter did and Dexter begins to train him.
/Spoilers

So yes, I hope our Rad hosts all just plow through the show so they can talk about it already!

[serenity]

Extreme spoilers below, I found a color that is close to the background so just highlight the text to read.


I LOVE that Doakes is dead and not by Dex's own hand. I love everything about how this ended. I love that the writers understand that this show is SO good that it needs no cliffhangers. I love that that ***** Lila is gone. I loved the look on her face when she discovered his tools. : ) I still feel awful for Dexter because he has nobody who really knows him, even though that is the very thing that keeps him sane (well, whatever passes for sane with him). The fact that he has to keep up this charade of a "normal" life to protect the people he loves is kind of his saving grace. "If you pretend enough, one day you may even feel what you are pretending to feel". I can't remember if that was his Dad or Dexter himself who said something along those lines but it works for Dexter. This show is the best freaking show, ever. Except for Firefly! (Sorry Firefly, almost forgot you!) I also really enjoy Deb's story lines as well, and Batista is always a pleasure to see. I love that Lila got Batista involved in the whole mess. He's such a sweetheart. The perfect compliment to Dexter.


End spoily things

[jesssse24]

Yessss i wish you the rad dudes would get into the show because i would love to see them talk about it

[darksydeavenger]

I agree wholeheartedly that Dexter is one of the best shows out there right now. However, this season has been nothing but a disappointment to me. Don't get me wrong, here. The episodes were very well done, but they just went in directions that didn't feel as powerful as season one.

Harry killing himself? Kinda weak sauce, in my opinion. I like that Dexter gets properly portrayed as a monster..but it sure took them long enough to get there. And Lila was just there for the sex appeal and to be a boring thorn in the side of Dexter.

But, like I said, I consider it one of the best shows out there. I'm just glad they got some of their lamer ideas out of the way so they can focus more of their efforts on a stronger third season.

Did anyone actually read the third book? I read a lot of negative Amazon reviews and am very curious what people thought.

[serenity]

I agree wholeheartedly that Dexter is one of the best shows out there right now. However, this season has been nothing but a disappointment to me. Don't get me wrong, here. The episodes were very well done, but they just went in directions that didn't feel as powerful as season one.


But, like I said, I consider it one of the best shows out there. I'm just glad they got some of their lamer ideas out of the way so they can focus more of their efforts on a stronger third season.

Did anyone actually read the third book? I read a lot of negative Amazon reviews and am very curious what people thought.

Spoiler warnings before you say things!
:eek:

[geeksunny]

I just got Showtime added to my cable plan a couple weeks ago and caught the last four or five episodes of a season 2 marathon and got reeled in. Caught the finale the next week and that just hooked me.

I Netflix'd the first season and have all of season 2 available with my cable's on-demand service. Gonna grind through that over the next couple of days. :)

[brettrcc]

I'm really surprised no one on the show seems to have seen the excellent Showtime series Dexter. It stars the superb Micheal C. Hall (Six Feet Under) and it is completely amazing. Based on a series of novels by Jeff Lindsay, Dexter is a blood splatter forensics officer in Miami with a wicked secret.

I highly recommend this to anyone who loves suspense and mystery, I don't want to give anything away just try it!


PSN: Brettrcc
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[parkinsons]

I wholeheartedly agree. I'm actually a little upset this was on nobody's SoTY's list, for me this is by far the best show of the year.

[joedubbs]

I just got Season 1 on DVD for Christmas I can't wait to get into it. I don't have Showtime so I just have to catch up on DVDs which sucks.

[mrpopular]

FYI another thread of Dexter just a few pages deep.

[tripw0l]

http://revision3.com/forum/showpost.php?p=262837&postcount=43

agreed

[tectec]

I don't think it was on anybodys list because none of the guys have taken the time to check it out yet. Its totally worth checking out though.

[craftyshrew]

Every time I watch TRS I think one of them will have read about, been told about, or stumbled upon Dexter and all its greatness. Given some of the garbage they are admittedly watching, you'd think they would have caught at least one episode.

We need to somehow convince them to watch it...

[serenity]

SCORE! ----> Okay guys. Message received loud and clear. I just put Dexter Season 1 Disc 1 at the top of my netflix queue.

-Jeff


FINALLY!

[ramshaw]

Agreed. It's my TV show of the year easily such an original and compelling concept. The strangest thing about the show isn't the fact that Dexter kills people (which is weird :P) but its the fact I like the guy and can relate to him.

P.S. I'm not a sociopath.

[godmode]

now someone get them to finish Journeyman

[serenity]

Agreed. It's my TV show of the year easily such an original and compelling concept. The strangest thing about the show isn't the fact that Dexter kills people (which is weird :P) but its the fact I like the guy and can relate to him.

P.S. I'm not a sociopath.

Whatever you say, socio.
:D

[jeansnow]

After getting it recommended to me by some friends, I also decided to check out DEXTER, and am definitely enjoying it. I'm only on episode 3 of the first season, but so far so good.

[tsmith15]

It's likely my favorite show of all time.

[jokerthief]

Dexter is in my list of top 3 television dramas of all time along with Firefly and Rome. Actually, I think it tops that list. Dexter Morgan has to be one of the most complicated characters in television history.

[orchyre]

Totally Rad Show Fans to me

Hi Alex,

You are not the only one by a long shot. In the wake of our Best Of
show we've gotten an overwhelming amount of Dexter emails. So yes,
we'll watch it. Stay tuned for the review... :)

YES!!!!!!! :eek: :D

[dignan17]

I cannot wait for the inevitable episode where Jeff starts gushing over Dexter and thanking the forums for introducing him to one of the best TV shows of all time. (well, fingers crossed that will happen - just watch, Jeff will hate it or after all this hype it'll be a let down)

I have Avatar and Pushing Daisies on my lists this year as well, but Dexter tops those. Dexter is an extremely complicated character, played to perfection.

For Christmas my wife gave me the three Dexter books, and I'm currently tearing through them, more addicted to this premise than ever.

[mr-branman]

Dexter is an all time great. I'm sure the guys will love it.

[kevincollateral]

i just finished watching all 3 seasons of weeds in 3 days with my wife...and next we are moving on to dexter..heard good things about it.

[spawn7008]

am i right or what?

[comhcinc]

hi, i am a new user. i'm real friendly and would like to discuss things that i think are cool. it does not occur to me to do a forum search to see if a thread or two already exist. i will now claim the fact that i am new as an excuse to being lazy :D

i think that is what you meant to say

http://revision3.com/forum/showthread.php?t=13181&highlight=dexter

[thelastknowngod]

Dexter is pretty rad but i think Weeds is the raddest they have not seen, or at least talked about.

[j5onfield]

I love how you started this thread and i totally agree. Maybe the killer theme is too much for the crew? I know its not that the show is not up to par(because it so is).

Thanks for posting what i was thinking...

Now that dex is over the wire will be next...

[j5onfield]

3 busy guys so some masterpieces will fall through the cracks. At least you guys are hear to shine the light on how great Dexter the book and tvshow is. The community will not let this great show fall through the cracks. Simply a masterpiece. If you haven't seen it you are doing yourself a big disservice because the show is far ahead of its time and the level of quality above other shows is staggering.

[hillsoft]

Love Dexter. In my opinion it was the best show on TV this season. Loved season 1, and wasn't sure if they could do well with Season 2, but they knocked it out of the park.

[blacksymbiote]

I couldn't think of how they would possibly top season 1... and then to my joy they did! Season 2 was great! But now I'm back where I was after season 1... how can they possibly top this? I'm a little worried now.

[jokerthief]

I couldn't think of how they would possibly top season 1... and then to my joy they did! Season 2 was great! But now I'm back where I was after season 1... how can they possibly top this? I'm a little worried now.


They are going to explore his dark side in more depth is my guess. I think the next season he'll embrace the "Dark Passenger" to a new level and he'll begin to replace Harry's code with one of his own. At the same time, I bet, Rita and the kids will begin to unlock new emotions in Dexter that he's never felt before. There will be a deep fundamental conflict as Dexter moves both closer to the light and deeper into darkness. I'm hoping for a real mind fuck.

[blacksymbiote]

That sounds like it would be really good. I just hope it doesn't let me down. Although with the caliber of the show so far, I don't think I really have that much to worry about... but still the fear is there.

It seemed to me that the chick who was arranging the funeral and taking donations at the end might end up looking into it more and realize it was Dexter all along. Or at least she would take over that role in the show.

[jokerthief]

It seemed to me that the chick who was arranging the funeral and taking donations at the end might end up looking into it more and realize it was Dexter all along. Or at least she would take over that role in the show.


That's a good insight and would make a lot of sense. What's makes that idea even more interesting is the fact that in the first season she had a crush on Dexter. They say there is a fine line between love and hate, perhaps the show will explore crossing that line.

The more I think about it, the more intriguing directions I can see the show potentially take. I think there is cause for optimism my friend.

[logant]

I heard that cody might have some tendencies like Dexter.

[blacksymbiote]

That's a good insight and would make a lot of sense. What's makes that idea even more interesting is the fact that in the first season she had a crush on Dexter. They say there is a fine line between love and hate, perhaps the show will explore crossing that line.

The more I think about it, the more intriguing directions I can see the show potentially take. I think there is cause for optimism my friend.

Your optimism eases my fears. I shall trust in your faith.

[7h0m45]

I heard that cody might have some tendencies like Dexter.

In the second book it is eluded to, but i am not sure if he does or its just something that Dexter wants believe. I have not read the third book yet but i am sure it goes more into it.

[logant]

I have never been so excited for a TRS episode as I am about this one.

It would be really funny if they all hated it.

[dignan17]

In the second book it is eluded to, but i am not sure if he does or its just something that Dexter wants believe. I have not read the third book yet but i am sure it goes more into it.
I'm about 20 pages away from the end of the third book, and...

***BEGIN SPOILERS***

Big time. It gets a little odd, and I don't know if it's really believable, but it's certainly compelling. They even include Astor, so it's implied that in the future they're going to be a serial killing duo, though Cody is apparently the one with special talents like Dexter for recognizing the "Dark Passengers" in others.

***END SPOILERS***


I have never been so excited for a TRS episode as I am about this one.

It would be really funny if they all hated it.
I am fully prepared for them to hate it. I just started watching the series again with my wife, and I must admit that the first four episodes might not grab someone immediately, but she stuck it through a few more and now she loves it too! Sweet. I'm hoping that, if they don't like it at first, they'll watch past the first disc that Jeff said he got from Netflix.

[phile21]

Is anyone else angry that Dexter season 1 is coming to CBS. They better advertise the original (unedited) season 1 dvd set.

Anyway, I'm glad to see some passionate Dexter fans here!

[dignan17]

Is anyone else angry that Dexter season 1 is coming to CBS. They better advertise the original (unedited) season 1 dvd set.

Anyway, I'm glad to see some passionate Dexter fans here!
Why would you be angry about that? The more exposure the better!

I do think it will be edited too much. After all, they have to find at least 15 minutes in every episode to cut, not including the gore (much of which drives the story). Heck, I'm curious to see what they do for a lead-in. I don't think there is a single network show with a 1:45 opening credits like Dexter has. Of the top of my head, Lost's is something like seven seconds, and ER's is about three :)

But the bottom line is that this shows that Viacom has faith in Dexter and is likely to pick up more seasons. I doubt they'll start shooting the show for network TV (which would be a disaster), so as long as the audience gets bigger, I'm happy.

Heck, maybe now it'll get some much-deserved awards (other than the much-deserved opening title Emmy).

[kaytwo]

Does anyone feel like this show is extremely similar to Death Note (the anime) someone who has the ability to kill criminals based off their own morals. Then works for the police to try and catch the killer (himself). Dexter is less on the supernatural but I find it hard to believe that the author of the books hasn't read or seen Death Note. Even the main character (Light) is similar in that he is extremely disconnected but fakes emotion for his family and friends. Anyone agree?

[mrpopular]

(Sorry I'm digging up dead posts, I'm way behind, I just finally watched Season2 on my DVR.)

Holy Crap Season2 was really good. I know Lila was necessary for s2 but i hated her the entire time, I always hate charctors that come in and mess with something perfect (Dex & Rita)... I can't wait til' season3. I was thinking it's pretty crazy the storylines of the first 2 seasons. The Ice truck Killer being his Bro.. then season 2 finding his bodies. I find it strange because both seem like stories that would happen like 5 or 6 seasons in.

Dexter should win some award for best intro ever. lol.

I know the TRS guys all didn't like it, my only thoughts was if you watched it kinda how you thought the Shield was.. The Hyper-Real cops. That thought process might get you 2 like Dexter. I dunno... it's sad we all can't connect on this show.. oh well.

that is all

[spidoman]

Book spoilers ahead.


I really enjoyed the first book. The second book I wasn't a huge fan of. Dexter should not get engaged, he wouldn't let it get that out of hand. And I don't think he would be that excited to see Cody turn into him, also I know Dexter would understand that not everybody who kills animals turns out to be a serial killer. I don't think Dexter would want that for Cody.

But great last scene with the serial killer. Also great ending for Doakes, on par with the TV ending for him. Can't wait for season 3.

[340-29m-s]

I absolutely loved Dexter! Really can't believe the guys were not fans.

[mlucus]

(Sorry I'm digging up dead posts, I'm way behind, I just finally watched Season2 on my DVR.)

Holy Crap Season2 was really good. I know Lila was necessary for s2 but i hated her the entire time, I always hate charctors that come in and mess with something perfect (Dex & Rita)... I can't wait til' season3. I was thinking it's pretty crazy the storylines of the first 2 seasons. The Ice truck Killer being his Bro.. then season 2 finding his bodies. I find it strange because both seem like stories that would happen like 5 or 6 seasons in.

Dexter should win some award for best intro ever. lol.

I know the TRS guys all didn't like it, my only thoughts was if you watched it kinda how you thought the Shield was.. The Hyper-Real cops. That thought process might get you 2 like Dexter. I dunno... it's sad we all can't connect on this show.. oh well.

that is all

I too hated Lila. Necessary evil i guess.

I can't wait for season 3. Anyone know when it starts? I watched the first and second seasons through On Demand and just had all day marathons of it. Great show. :D

[340-29m-s]

I too hated Lila. Necessary evil i guess.

I can't wait for season 3. Anyone know when it starts? I watched the first and second seasons through On Demand and just had all day marathons of it. Great show. :D

I haven't kept up with it at all, is Season 3 official?

[mysticode]

Probably the best overall show I've ever watched, it's truly amazing.

[dugahol]

Its a fukn amazing show and I don't think the guys really gave it a fair go... At first I wasn't sold, but around half way through the first season I was in. I think Dan, Alex and Jeff need to give it another review after watching at least 1 entire season. I'm sure once they learn more of the stories intricacies about why Dexter is so messed up they will be hooked. Give it another try fella's :p

[darksydeavenger]

I was a fan of the show until season 2. Lila as a foil was nowhere near as memorable as The Ice Truck Killer. She was just kind of there to be sexy and then to go all ape-shit crazy. And the whole FBI thing got wrapped up just a little too neatly at the end of the season to make it believable. Seriously, with as many mistakes Dexter made in Season 2, his ass should have been caught.

Anyway. I love the show to pieces but hope they do better with season 3.

[godmode]

Episode 1 of Season 3 has leaked. Wasnt a great season opener but some good plot threads to be picked at in the future.
The last line was pretty epic and probably sets up Season 4!

[Bret]

love Dexter. Cant wait. Ill download it!

[skin87]

I hope they're smart enough to put season 3 on iTunes. I'm willing to pay to see the show, but I am not going to subscribe to showtime just for one show, nor will I wait a year for the DVD. If there's no legally downloadable episodes, they will not be getting any money from me.

[neverendingwhitelights]

I just remembered they were making a Dexter game, then I looked it up and supposedly it's just a mobile game, or some such nonsense. Damn it...

[wideawakewesley]

Dexter has been renewed for two more seasons:

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/ustv/a133321/dexter-renewed-for-two-more-seasons.html

Wes

[iodine_snake]

Without posting any spoilers. The finale blew my mind. Sad, but epic. Shit is gonna hit the fan next season.

[blacksymbiote]

Just watched the last 4 episodes of season 4 in a row. I can't believe how good that season was! I stopped watching season 3 part way through, but picked it up again for season 4. I can't say anything cause I don't want to spoil anything. Oh my god, such a good show!

[dh_jin]

ARGH SEASON FINALE ARGGGGHHHH

man i love dexter, can't wait for the next one :)

[godmode]

The finale felt a bit rushed, especially the last 60 seconds where something happens...
Lithgow deserves an Emmy for his performance.

[blacksymbiote]

The finale felt a bit rushed, especially the last 60 seconds where something happens...
Lithgow deserves an Emmy for his performance.

I must agree, Lithgow was brilliant and amazing.

[nshady]

I thought it was a tight ending, but I wanted to see some emotion from Dexter, and particularly Deb/the Miami PD. Just a little glimpse of holy shit, this is devastating to everyone. It felt abrupt and didn't resonate as much as I wanted it to. Still, a brave step and one that those involved apparently were unhappy to hear about.

The really sad thing is that this is all Dexter's fault. He could have killed Trinity before. If he hadn't been so caught up in killing him personally, and had let the police, Lundy and Deb take him out uninterrupted, it wouldn't have happened. He could have completely avoided him, stayed on the sidelines, and contributed his insights to the case for the team's benefit, not detriment. It's only because he got involved that it all happened.

[az0madman]

Oh man. I just caught up on Dexter the past two days. :( I'm a bit sad now.

I mentioned on my twitter that the worst part about the show is you know bad things will happen, it's just a matter of how bad it will actually be. I was not expecting that ending.

I'm curious as to what route the show will take now. I think the death will pin Dexter to the Trinity killer and Dexter's life will be put into question.

@nshady: Yeah, I thought it was kind of funny that I was happy the police were closing in on the killer and actually wanted Dexter to just let it go.

[serenity]

I am so thrilled that the ending took me entirely by surprise.
Damn, I love Dexter.

[sleepybat]

Living in the UK I've not been able to see Season four yet. Hope its as good as Season three, obviously I've not been able to read any of this thread yet in case of spoilers. Just popping my head in to say hello with my eyes firmly shut.

[tsmith15]

Update: Dexter season 6 is almost complete. I'm not going to launch into any spoilers, but, is anyone else watching the season? I've heard a lot of people say it's down by Dexter standards but I have really been digging it so far. Another great season of guest actor performances imo, especially from Colin Hanks.

Also, just for fun, check out how crazy Quinn's hair is sometimes, I lol'd.