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Clyde Phillips Slams Paramount+ Over Dexter Cancellation

9/20/2025

Summary

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Clyde Phillips, creator of *Dexter: Original Sin*, expressed disappointment over its cancellation by Paramount+ after being renewed in April 2025.
On the *Dissecting Dexter* podcast, he criticized the handling of the cancellation, stating, “It wasn’t handled well, and I’m not happy about it.”
Phillips had envisioned multiple seasons, including younger versions of characters and deeper exploration of Dexter's relationship with his brother.
The cancellation occurred after the merger of Paramount and Skydance, which shifted focus to *Dexter: Resurrection*.
He doubts the future of a planned spinoff about the Trinity Killer, indicating slim chances for its success.

History

Historical Context

*Dexter* premiered on Showtime in 2006, quickly becoming a cultural touchstone in crime dramas, with over 2 million viewers per episode by 2013. Its success influenced the genre significantly, but the recent cancellation of *Dexter: Original Sin* highlights the impact of Paramount+'s merger with Skydance, echoing past industry trends where consolidations disrupt creative projects and raise concerns about the future of serialized storytelling.

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Clyde Phillips, creator of *Dexter: Original Sin*, expressed disappointment over its cancellation by Paramount+ after being renewed in April 2025.
On the *Dissecting Dexter* podcast, he criticized the handling of the cancellation, stating, “It wasn’t handled well, and I’m not happy about it.”
Phillips had envisioned multiple seasons, including younger versions of characters and deeper exploration of Dexter's relationship with his brother.
The cancellation occurred after the merger of Paramount and Skydance, which shifted focus to *Dexter: Resurrection*.
He doubts the future of a planned spinoff about the Trinity Killer, indicating slim chances for its success.

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