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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 4 Episode 11 - Hello, Dexter Morgan
    9.1/10(78 votes)

    S4:E11

    Dexter must buy time to protect himself when Debra's investigation brings the department one step away from identifying Arthur as the Trinity Killer; Rita confides in Dexter, but is disappointed in the result.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  2. undefined Season 5 Episode 9 - Teenage Wasteland
    8.4/10(64 votes)

    S5:E9

    In the midst of hunting their next victim, Dexter and Lumen are surprised by the return of an unannounced guest; Debra is assigned to the file room, but manages to uncover new evidence in the Barrel Girl case.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  3. undefined Season 3 Episode 11 - I Had a Dream
    8.3/10(79 votes)

    S3:E11

    Dexter must find a way to get rid of Miguel despite the fact that his friend is a highly placed district attorney (and Dexter's best man); Rita discovers that Miguel has been seeing an old flame; Debra finds a new clue to the Skinner's identity.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Shrink Wrap
    8.2/10(108 votes)

    S1:E8

    The strange suicide of a powerful woman leads Dexter to suspect her shrink of murder, but he gets a shock when a visit to the suspect opens up dark secrets from Dexter's past.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  5. undefined Season 4 Episode 6 - If I Had a Hammer
    8.2/10(73 votes)

    S4:E6

    Dexter doubles his efforts to stay ahead of the official Trinity investigation, and receives relationship advice about the friction between himself and Rita from a most unexpected source.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Easy as Pie
    8.0/10(79 votes)

    S3:E7

    Dexter begins working with Miguel but they quickly have differences in selecting a potential new victim; Rita discovers that Miguel's wife suspects him of an affair; an old friend of Dexter's asks for help in ending her life.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  7. undefined Season 2 Episode 6 - Dex, Lies, and Videotape
    7.9/10(85 votes)

    S2:E6

    A new copycat killer openly mimics and claims to be inspired by "The Bay Harbor Butcher," driving the annoyed Dexter into the arms of Lila, a development that could spell the end of his relationship with Rita.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  8. undefined Season 6 Episode 4 - A Horse of a Different Color
    7.9/10(63 votes)

    S6:E4

    Much to his own surprise, an emergency with Harrison and a new tableau from Gellar and Travis has Dexter leaning on Brother Sam and an unexpected winged messenger for support as he questions the idea of faith; with proof of a religiously motivated killer, Homicide hunts for a zealot, with Debra giving her first official press conference.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  9. undefined Season 7 Episode 10 - The Dark... Whatever
    7.9/10(62 votes)

    S7:E10

    A surprise visit from Hannah's father puts Dexter on alert and the Phantom Arsonist's crimes become more gruesome. Defending Nadia's honor forces Quinn into a dangerous situation and LaGuerta brings in Matthews to help her with The Bay Harbor Butcher case.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.7/10(35 votes)

    S1:E1

    Bullied teenager Patty goes to court to defend her fight with a homeless man. Defense attorney Bob sees a chance to redeem himself by helping her.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  11. undefined Season 6 Episode 10 - Ricochet Rabbit
    7.6/10(63 votes)

    S6:E10

    Dexter tries to figure out The Doomsday Killers' next victim before it's too late; Debra has a strong reaction to a crime scene, which leads her to the realization that she leans too heavily on her brother."

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  12. undefined Season 8 Episode 3 - What's Eating Dexter Morgan?
    7.4/10(73 votes)

    S8:E3

    Dexter continues his manhunt for The Brain Surgeon. Dr. Vogel tries to prove to Dexter that he’s perfect as a psychopath. While Debra’s PTSD kicks in and her guilt from the past begins to creep up.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  13. undefined Season 7 Episode 6 - Do the Wrong Thing
    7.4/10(67 votes)

    S7:E6

    Debra gets to know a local crime writer who's dug up some incriminating dirt on Hannah McKay - Dexter's newest obsession. Quinn gets an offer he tries to refuse and Batista is drawn to a new business opportunity. LaGuerta keeps digging into The Bay Harbor Butcher case.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  14. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Pig
    7.1/10(8 votes)

    S2:E1

    Patty and Bob work frantically to cover up her crimes and are met with a few surprises. The regionals queen is given her crown.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Skinny Is Magic
    6.7/10(19 votes)

    S1:E2

    After a suspicious fire at a motel, Patty wonders whether she was at fault. She and Nonnie try to solve the mystery on the first day of senior year.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Bikinis and Bitches
    6.4/10(16 votes)

    S1:E5

    Someone hacks Patty's phone and frames her for cyberbullying. Magnolia has an idea on how to save the day. Brick has a heart-to-heart with his dad.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - Wieners and Losers
    6.2/10(12 votes)

    S1:E8

    Patty has a very important decision to make about her future. Bob's father tells him to save his marriage with Coralee.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  18. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - Poison Patty
    6.2/10(6 votes)

    S2:E4

    Coralee and Regina throw a feminist period party. Bob goes polyamorous speed dating. Patty is haunted by visions while mentoring a "little sister."

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 10 - The Most You You Can Be
    6.0/10(6 votes)

    S2:E10

    The Miss American Lady pageant declares its winner as shocking truths come to light, and Patty embraces her inner self, much to Bob's dismay.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 12 - Why Bad Things Happen
    5.9/10(13 votes)

    S1:E12

    Nonnie and Brick search for Patty when she goes missing. Bob is faced with a seemingly impossible decision. Regina gives Christian advice.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Winners Win. Period.
    5.8/10(12 votes)

    S1:E11

    Patty tries to make amends. The Bobs struggle with how to move forward. Regina believes in Coralee's entrepreneurial plan.

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    Writer:Lauren Gussis

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Lauren Gussis Ratings Summary

"Hello, Dexter Morgan" is the best rated episode written by Lauren Gussis. It scored 9.1/10 from 78 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on December 6, 2009. It is rated 0.7 points higher than their second-best episode, "Teenage Wasteland".