Dexter -The Complete First Season (DVD, 2007, 4-Disc Set)

Looking for something to replace your Sopranos fix? Look no further!

Michael C. Hall delivers all the goods when it comes to being a serial killer with a poetic justice twist. I was worried that after being such a big fan of HBO's Six Feet Under (and Hall's performance as a meek undertaker)that "Dexter" would be such a giant step away from David's character - this transition might be rough. BUT IT ABSOLUTELY WASN'T!

From the moment I watched him kill his first victim, I knew that the old "David" stigma was long gone. It was a true realization of Hall's acting ability and it drew me in from the first second.

He is backed by an unbelievably great cast including:

Julie Benz - Dexter's Girlfriend - "Rita"
(I cant believe this is the girl from Jawbreaker),

Jennifer Carpenter - Dexter's Sister - "Debra"
(I had never seen her before, but boy does she have talent too!)

Lauren Valez - Dexter's Boss - "Lt. LaGuerta"
(Whom we all know and love as Dr. Gloria on HBO's OZ)

David Zayas - Dexter's Co-Worker - "Angel Batista"
(Also well known from OZ)

CS Lee - Co Worker - "Masuka"
(Who could forget this goldenchild?)

Just when you get things figured out, the writers blind-side you and in a great way. I am partial to forensic science however, with all the CSI's and Forensic "TV" you can watch, this one delivers the knockout performance. It mixes fact with fiction in a smashing way. Also, you cant get anything as good as this series on regular tv.

The series has been brilliantly written for 2 seasons now, with a third that is premiering on Sunday Sept 28, 2008 @ 9pm - Check your local SHOWTIME listings.

***Bit-o-triva - I watched a "Behind the scenes of Dexter" and I never knew Michael C Hall was so comical in real life. He was so amusing to watch and listen to in the interview and so drastically different in person than any of the prior roles he has claimed. This adds one more lump of sugar onto the ever growing heap of sweet talent that Hall displays. Thanks SHOWTIME for a new favorite!

I really can't say enough about this incredible show. We subscribe to Showtime for this show alone. Stars Michael C. Hall (of HBO's hit series "Six Feet Under") as Dexter Morgan, a boy-next-door/serial-killer/co​p who mercilessly slaughters hard-core criminals who have gotten away with their horrendous crimes. This is the only serial-killer you'd actually be rooting for, trust me! Watch as he tries to balance his "normal" life as a sweet brother, faithful boyfriend and loyal friend with his second life as a ruthless, bloodthirsty killer. This 12-episode collection will keep you on the edge of your seats. Season two just ended last month on Showtime and it was EVEN BETTER than season one! Can't wait for season three...

This is one of the most amazing shows that has ever been created on tv. Not only was it a brilliant idea, though some will say disturbing, the way that they created the show was genius. Dexter, a show where a police forensic scientist, who is also a serial killer, who has to act and live as though he is just a normal part of society alone makes the show so intriguing. Not only that, but he is a person who has to kill, ever since he was a child. The show is how he has coped with this reality that he has kill, and moves from petty things to learning how to beat professionals at covering up every track that could lead to him. Even though some of the things that he does are kind of edgy, and seem to be a little grotesque, it is just an awesome story line in which you will get hooked from the first episode. I have never seen or heard of anything that can possibly relate to this show. From some other reviews they may say that this show is not an original, but believe me it definently is an original show.
My 56 year old mother, who hates gore and hates killing got automatically addicted to this show and watched the whole season in 2 days. Amazingly well done, and for sure a 5 star review.

I am a horror buff when it comes to books and movies. This t.v. show is unbelievable! I have never found myself rooting for the serial killer but this show has changed the way I catagorize horror. Michael C. Hall (Dexter Morgan) pulls this off so well, it is like he was born to play this character. I watch the new episodes on the original night they air. I don't usually watch t.v. shows more than once but can watch a movie over and over. This season has enough hidden in the storyline that I feel like I need to watch it again now that I have all the info just to understand Rudy. This show is innovative and fun! It is cool to see it from a killers view and how he handles situations with his distorted moral code. This is a must see show! The season on dvd is the way to go with this, cause during the season I go crazy waitting for the week to pass til I see the next episode. I hope this helps anyone make up their mind on wither they want this season for their own. Good luck!

When showtime keeps cming out with original programing, you have to wonder if some of it is medicore at best. The truth yes, some shows are just average, however this show defies all logic reason and yet keeps you hooked like a drug addict looking for his or her next fix. The show Dexter is about a kid who realizes at a young age killing is part of him, and to do it he will need the teachings of Miamis finest cop. What starts out a unique concept, gets short sided in the first episodes 15 minutes, the setup takes so long, you almost regret giving it as much time as you did. Then something happens to T.V. and your brain you figure out the formula for making a realistic portrayal of a serial killer, make him wonder if he has a soul and can he develop one? The answers to these questions can be found in season one and debated in season two. This could have been another gory dud, especially since I am not a huge fan of gore or anyone else I know. Yet I am proud to say Dexter is a fix I want to feed!!!