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The Best Episodes of Dexter: Original Sin Season 1

Every episode of Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Dexter: Original Sin Season 1!

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In 1991 Miami, Dexter Morgan transitions from student to avenging serial killer. When his bloodthirsty urges can't be ignored any longer, Dexter must learn to channel his inner darkness. With the guidance of his father,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 1 - And in the beginning...
    8.2/10(8812 votes)

    #1 - And in the beginning...

    S1:E1

    Young Dexter Morgan struggles to keep his urges in check while navigating life with his father, Harry, and sister, high-school senior Deb. After Harry has a health scare, Dexter realizes it may finally be time to fulfill his destiny.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Clyde Phillips

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  2. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 2 - Kid in a Candy Store
    7.8/10(7036 votes)

    #2 - Kid in a Candy Store

    S1:E2

    Dexter adjusts to his new job as a forensics intern at Miami Metro, as Harry returns to work after his medical leave. Deb lashes out at her dad by engaging in petty criminal behavior.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writers:Katrina Mathewson, Tanner Bean

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  3. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 3 - Miami Vice
    8.2/10(6706 votes)

    #3 - Miami Vice

    S1:E3

    Dexter goes after a loan shark with ties to Batista, as Harry is told to keep an eye on Maria Laguerta, Miami Metro's newest homicide detective. Deb throws a party to win the favor of her volleyball teammates.

    Director:Monica Raymund
    Writer:Safura Fadavi

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  4. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 4 - Fender Bender
    8.0/10(6086 votes)

    #4 - Fender Bender

    S1:E4

    Dexter targets a retired mob hitman (who may still be killing), as Harry works the gruesome murder case of a 10-year-old boy. Deb sneaks into a nightclub with Sofia and meets an exciting new friend.

    Director:Monica Raymund
    Writer:Nick Zayas

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  5. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 5 - F Is for Fuck-Up
    8.0/10(5881 votes)

    #5 - F Is for Fuck-Up

    S1:E5

    After a kill goes wrong, Dexter is grounded by Harry. Deb deepens her relationship with Gio, and bonds with her brother on the anniversary of their mother's death.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writers:Alexandra Franklin, Marc Muszynski

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  6. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 6 - The Joy of Killing
    8.2/10(5736 votes)

    #6 - The Joy of Killing

    S1:E6

    Miami Metro is shaken by a kidnapping that hits close to home, as Dexter sets his sights on a killer that slipped through the cracks of the justice system. But first, Dexter must survive a double date with Deb and her new boyfriend.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Terry Huang

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  7. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 7 - The Big Bad Body Problem
    8.6/10(6176 votes)

    #7 - The Big Bad Body Problem

    S1:E7

    Dexter needs to find a new hiding place after his most recent dumping ground is blown. Harry and LaGuerta pitch a controversial theory to Spencer, as the hunt for a missing child continues. Deb gets in trouble for an outburst in volleyball practice.

    Director:Monica Raymund
    Writers:Tanner Bean, Alexandra Franklin

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  8. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 8 - Business and Pleasure
    8.9/10(6759 votes)

    #8 - Business and Pleasure

    S1:E8

    Deb sneaks away for a trip with her mysterious boyfriend. Dexter is tasked with finding her. Harry and LaGuerta travel to Tampa to look into a potential serial killer on the loose, while Miami Metro closes in on suspects in the child kidnapping.

    Director:Monica Raymund
    Writer:Johanna Ramm

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  9. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 9 - Blood Drive
    8.9/10(6360 votes)

    #9 - Blood Drive

    S1:E9

    In the fallout of a SWAT raid gone wrong, Dexter closes in on the child kidnapper. Meanwhile, Deb goes to work with her Dad... and sees Miami Metro in a new light. Harry digs deeper into the serial killer case but keeps his theory from LaGuerta.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 10 - Code Blues
    9.0/10(7347 votes)

    #10 - Code Blues

    S1:E10

    Dexter races to find the missing kidnapped child before it's too late. Deb visits her godfather in the hospital and rethinks her future. Harry comes face-to-face with a serial killer... leading to a shocking result.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"And in the beginning..." is the best rated episode of "Dexter: Original Sin" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 8812 votes. Directed by Michael Lehmann and written by Clyde Phillips, it aired on 12/15/2024. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Kid in a Candy Store".