Dexter is a forensic expert in blood patterns who works with the Miami Police Department. He is also a serial killer, who kills people that the police can’t bring to justice. He has to hide his double life from his sister, his girlfriend and his co-workers. He is intrigued by a killer who has found a way to kill girls without leaving blood behind.
LaGuerta: Tell me Dexter, how’d you get so smart?
Dexter: Lots of sleep. (edit)
Dexter: (Voice over) The problem with eating and driving, which I love to do, is not being able to employ the 10-2 hand position on the wheel. It’s a matter of public safety. But there’s always a sacrifice. (edit)
Dexter: (voice over) Salt of the earth these people, and they work hard; but with a solve rate for murders at about 20%, Miami is a great place for me. Great place for me to hone my craft. Viva Miami. (edit)
LaGuerta: (to Deb) Ahh, Officer Morgan. I didn’t recognize you with your clothes on. (edit)
Harry: Have you ever wanted to kill anything else? You know, something bigger than a dog?
Dexter: Yes.
Harry: Like a person?
Dexter: Yeah, but no one in particular.
Harry: Why didn’t you?
Dexter: I thought you and mom wouldn’t like it. (edit)
Writer: Timothy Schlattmann
Director: Michael Cuesta
Star: Jennifer Carpenter (Debra), James Remar (Harry), Lauren Velez (Lt. Maria LaGuerta), Erik King (Sgt. Doakes), Julie Benz (Rita), Michael C. Hall (Dexter), David Zayas (Angel Batista)
Recurring Role: Daniel Goldman (Cody), C.S. Lee (Vince Masuka)
Guest Star: Christina Robinson (Astor), Jacqueline Martinez (Concert-Goer/Dancer), Roy Rutland (Desk Sergeant), Jeanne Tidwell (Mrs. Donovan), Neeona Neel (Jane Saunders), Justin Kane (Officer Simon), Ethan S. Smith (Jamie Jaworski), Patrick Michael Buckley (Officer Oliver), Dennis Depew (County Jail Guard), Margo Martindale (Camilla), Marc Macaulay (Detective), Devon Graye (Teenage Dexter), Susie Taylor (Detective Sue), Renier J. Murillo (Concert-Goer/Vendor)

