Hanna admits the entire New York setup of Dexter Resurrection didn't interest her at all.
Hanna and Bjarne open the episode by noting they are discussing Dexter Resurrection after its finale aired on September 5th. They mention the involvement of showrunner Clyde Phillips and writer Scott Buck, linking to past Dexter seasons. Hanna expresses dissatisfaction with the initial New York setup and Harrison's hotel storyline, while Bjarne says the season clicked for him starting with episode four and the billionaire fanboy plot involving Leon Prater. They debate the effectiveness of characters like Kristen Ritter's Mia and Juma Fuhrman's role, with Bjarne praising Fuhrman's later performance. The hosts analyze the 'serial killer club' concept, with Hanna citing a Variety critique calling it 'high-budget fanfiction' and Bjarne defending its entertainment value. They discuss Detective Claudette Wallace and her Bee Gees-themed investigative quirk, as well as the return of Angel Batista. The finale is examined, including the 'kill room' design with references to real killers like John Wayne Gacy and Dexter's improbable escape. Dexter's final monologue is interpreted as a direct address to fans wanting the 'old Dexter' back. The hosts compare Resurrection to Dexter: Original Sin and New Blood, giving ratings of four stars, four-and-a-half stars, and three-and-a-half stars respectively. They discuss the renewal of Resurrection for a second season and the cancellation of Original Sin, speculating on production timelines and Paramount's strategic focus. The conversation shifts to the decline of Showtime as a network, referencing past hits like Homeland and Shameless. The episode concludes with the hosts sharing their social media handles and promoting other podcasts.
