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Dexter: Season 3

Series, 2008, Miami Metro, Set in Miguel Prado

Dexter: Season 3 is #3 of 11 in release order and #4 of 11 in chronological order in the Dexter.

The story

After a runin with a man, Dexter initiates a friendship with his brother, Assistant District Attorney Miguel Prado. In the meantime, Rita discovers that she is pregnant, and Debra investigates the murders of a new serial killer, called "The Skinner," hoping to gain a promotion to detective.

Dexter: Season 3 recap

Dexter kills a man in a struggle while hunting a drug dealer, and the dead man turns out to be the brother of Miguel Prado, a star assistant district attorney. Miguel learns Dexter killed the dealer and, instead of turning him in, wants to join him. Dexter takes him on as a friend and student of the code. Rita gets pregnant and Dexter proposes. Debra hunts the Skinner, a killer who tortures his victims.

Dexter: Season 3 ending explained

Miguel breaks the code and murders a defence lawyer who had crossed him, so Dexter kills him and makes it look like the Skinner's work. The Skinner captures Dexter, who escapes and kills him. Dexter marries Rita.

Where to watch Dexter: Season 3

Dexter: Season 3 is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount+, and Spectrum On Demand in the US. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV, Google Play, and Fandango At Home.

Ratings

IMDb 8.6/10, Rotten Tomatoes 72%

Where it fits

What to watch before Dexter: Season 3

In release order, the essentials before Dexter: Season 3 (2008) are Dexter: Season 1 (2006) and Dexter: Season 2 (2007).

Cast

Created by James Manos Jr..