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Season 6 – Dexter

2011 Crime Drama List
38% Tomatometer 26 Reviews 57% Popcornmeter 500+ Ratings
Dexter Morgan is a Miami-based blood splatter expert who doesn't just solve murders; he commits them too. In fact, he's a serial killer -- but he only murders the guilty, so he feels justified with his lifestyle choices. His policewoman sister and his cop co-workers have no idea Dexter lives a double life; however, adoptive father Harry knows his secret, and does, in fact, help Dexter hone his "skills." It's a unique brand of justice for which charming Dexter feels a psychological hunger. Read More Read Less
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Dexter — Season 6

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Critics Consensus

Heavy-handed symbolism, an unimpressive villain, and a redundant arc for America's favorite serial killer all conspire to make Dexter's sixth season its worst yet.

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Richard Rys New York Magazine/Vulture The writers are treading water, waiting for the green light to send this story where we all know it eventually is going. Jan 9, 2019 Full Review Ian Grey Salon.com Wherein a series that once deftly balanced dry wit and pulp opera becomes paralyzed by chatter, and the most memorable scene involves a floater's gut leaking CGI snakes. Jan 9, 2019 Full Review Martin Chilton Daily Telegraph (UK) The early Dexters were clever, sly and engrossing but, sad to say, the show seems to be suffering a slow and painful death. Rated: 1.5/5 Jan 9, 2019 Full Review Bill Chambers Film Freak Central The reason America loves "Dexter" is because he's not a serial killer but, increasingly literally, Batman. To me, though, he's starting to feel a bit too much like Mike Judge's Milton... Mar 3, 2022 Full Review Matt Barber Den of Geek After a slow start, the season hits its stride. The end of episode three... is a spectacular moment of morbid art, characteristic of the series, that easily makes up for its seemingly leisurely narrative set-up. Rated: 4/5 Apr 3, 2020 Full Review Kevin Yeoman Screen Rant Dexter focused too intently on pulling a fast one on its audience, and unfortunately sacrificed much of the season in the process. Jan 9, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Terrible Season. Dexter is completely out of character and the storyline is ridiculous Rated 2 out of 5 stars 06/27/24 Full Review Audience Member One of the greatest shows of all time. I watched every episode when it came out each week on Showtime years ago. I've been watching Michael C. Hall since Six Feet Under on HBO. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/23/24 Full Review matthias s "Dexter" Season 6: Entertaining but Not as Good Season 6 of "Dexter" isn't quite up to par with its predecessors, but it still offers an enjoyable ride. Despite a drop in quality, it's worth a watch for fans craving more of Dexter's dark charm. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/13/24 Full Review Jane K The bungling of every crime scene is cringeworthy. Gratuitous nudity, bad writing...comic relief with baptista and Quinn? Please. Dexter and supporting characters continue to carry the season. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 11/06/23 Full Review NONBELIEVER A bad season of Dexter would be considered the best season for another show. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/02/23 Full Review Juan B Dexter is getting into religion… nice. And this season just might prove that Dexter is human after all but in our minds he'll still be a different kind of beast. A neat one. Excellent season with a great villain, and an unbelievable but-was-expected-to-happen-sooner-or-later ending. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/19/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 2, 2011 Those Kinds of Things Dexter attends his high school reunion; a faith-based murder causes Dexter to question spirituality; Deb becomes an unexpected hero. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 9, 2011 Once Upon a Time Homicide brings in a minister with a criminal past; Debra is surprised by two proposals. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 16, 2011 Smokey and the Bandit A serial killer from Dexter's past reappears; Debra struggles in her new job; Travis works to keep Gellar happy. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 23, 2011 A Horse of a Different Color Harrison is taken to the hospital; Brother Sam offers Dexter support; Debra delivers her first press conference. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 30, 2011 The Angel of Death Brother Sam believes there is light within Dexter; Batista and Quinn visit a university; Debra is forced to begin therapy. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 6, 2011 Just Let Go Dexter is caught up in a personal case; Deb is overwhelmed by her new duties; Quinn's affair with a witness is revealed. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 13, 2011 Nebraska Dexter takes a trip to Nebraska to tie up loose ends; Deb deals with complications of her new position. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 20, 2011 Sin of Omission Dexter uses lessons from Brother Sam to follow up on leads; Deb and LaGuerta butt heads. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 27, 2011 Get Gellar Dexter gets help from an unexpected source; Debra learns something about herself in therapy. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 4, 2011 Ricochet Rabbit Dexter tries to find the Doomsday Killers' next victim; Debra reacts strongly to a crime scene. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 11, 2011 Talk to the Hand Dexter works to catch the Doomsday Killers; Debra's battle with LaGuerta boils over. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 18, 2011 This Is the Way the World Ends Dexter and the Homicide team race to catch the Doomsday Killers before their final act; Deb copes with a new emotional reality. Details

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Season Info

Director
John Dahl, Ernest R. Dickerson, S.J. Clarkson, Seith Mann, Romeo Tirone, Michael Lehmann, Stefan Schwartz
Executive Producer
John Goldwyn, Sara Colleton, Clyde Phillips
Screenwriter
Wendy West, Tim Schlattmann, Scott Reynolds, Scott Buck, Lauren Gussis, Jace Richdale, Manny Coto, Arika Lisanne Mittman, Karen Campbell
Network
Showtime
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 2, 2011
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