Sarah Michelle Gellar, known for her iconic role in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has been cast in the Dexter prequel series Original Sin.
A Pivotal Role
The Buffy the Vampire Slayer alum is set to portray Tanya Martin, the new CSI Chief at Miami Metro Police Department. This intriguing character is also Dexter’s boss, adding layers of complexity to the narrative set in 1991 Miami.
A Star-Studded Cast
Gellar joins a stellar cast that includes Christian Slater and Patrick Dempsey. Nina L. Diaz, President of Content and Chief Creative Officer for Showtime, remarked, Sarah Michelle Gellar is a pop culture icon who perfectly rounds out our best-in-class cast featuring Christian Slater and Patrick Dempsey among others.
A Nod to the Past
This prequel aims to capture the essence of the ’90s by casting iconic stars from that era. Paramount Global’s Chris McCarthy emphasized the importance of this nostalgic approach.
The Plot Thickens
Set fifteen years before the original series, Dexter: Original Sin follows the younger Dexter Morgan, played by Patrick Gibson. Struggling with his dark urges, Dexter navigates life under the guidance of his father Harry, now portrayed by Christian Slater.
The Code and Internships
As Dexter steps into his forensic internship at Miami Metro Police Department, led by Captain Aaron Spencer (Patrick Dempsey), he must balance his darker impulses with his professional life. This element promises intense drama and thrilling scenes.
The Creative Team Returns
Showrunner and executive producer Clyde Phillips returns to helm this prequel. Given Phillips’ successful run with the original series, fans can anticipate a gripping narrative and well-developed characters.
The original Dexter series, which aired from 2006 to 2013, won four Emmys and had an impactful presence on TV. It was followed by a sequel series, Dexter: New Blood, which became the most-watched show in Showtime history between 2021 and 2022.
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