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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!

The Best Episodes of Dexter: Original Sin Season 1

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...

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  1. 9.0/10(8 votes)

    #1 - Code Blues

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    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.

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    Director:N/A
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  2. 8.5/10(21 votes)

    #2 - Miami Vice

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    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.

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  3. 8.5/10(11 votes)

    #3 - Business and Pleasure

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    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.

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    Director:N/A
  4. 8.3/10(45 votes)

    #4 - And in the beginning...

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    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.

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  5. 8.3/10(20 votes)

    #5 - Fender Bender

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    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.

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    Writer:Nick Zayas
  6. 8.2/10(21 votes)

    #6 - Kid in a Candy Store

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    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.

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  8. 8.2/10(17 votes)

    #7 - F Is for Fuck-Up

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    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.

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  9. 8.0/10(13 votes)

    #8 - The Joy of Killing

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    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.

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  10. 8.0/10(14 votes)

    #9 - The Big Bad Body Problem

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    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.

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  11. 8.0/10(9 votes)

    #10 - Blood Drive

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    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.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Code Blues" is the best rated episode of "Dexter: Original Sin" season 1. It scored 9/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 2/16/2025. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Miami Vice".