Dexter: Resurrection Episode 9 Airs with Major Character Death, Season Finale Leaks Online

Today, August 29, 2025, marked a pivotal day for fans of Paramount+’s “Dexter: Resurrection” as the penultimate episode of Season 1 aired with shocking developments, while the season finale unexpectedly leaked online ahead of its scheduled release.

Major Character Death Shocks Viewers in Episode 9

The ninth episode titled “Touched by an Angel” premiered today on Paramount+ Premium, delivering what many are calling the end of an era for the franchise. David Zayas, who has portrayed Angel Batista across multiple “Dexter” series since 2006, saw his character meet a tragic end in today’s episode.

In the penultimate installment, Angel Batista’s relentless pursuit of Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall) finally caught up with him, leading to his death at the hands of billionaire villain Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage). The episode showed Batista being shot multiple times by Prater after Dexter refused to kill his former Miami Metro colleague, despite being forced into the situation. Batista used his final breath to deliver a scathing condemnation to Dexter, telling him “Dexter Morgan, fuck you”.

Zayas, who knew from the beginning of “Resurrection” that this would be Batista’s final act, told Variety that he supported the creative decision despite ending his impressive streak as the only character other than Dexter to appear across the entire “Dexter” franchise. The actor expressed optimism about potentially returning in future installments, noting that “you don’t have to be alive to be on the show,” referencing Dexter’s tendency to communicate with hallucinations of deceased characters.

Season Finale Leaked Ahead of Schedule

In an unexpected development, the season finale (Episode 10) has reportedly leaked online a full week before its scheduled premiere. The leak appears to have originated from a Russian-dubbed version that may have been released prematurely. While the English version remains secure, the visual nature of the show makes spoilers particularly problematic for fans.

Industry observers note that major TV episodes have leaked before without altering release schedules, and Paramount+ is unlikely to change its strategic release plan despite the leak. The company has reportedly chosen to focus resources on “Dexter: Resurrection” after recently canceling the prequel series “Dexter: Original Sin”.

Series Approaching Season 1 Conclusion

“Dexter: Resurrection” is now down to its final episode of Season 1, with the finale titled “And Justice for All” set to air next Friday, September 5, 2025. The series has not yet been officially renewed, though reports indicate that Paramount intends to establish a writers room for a potential second season.

The show marks Michael C. Hall’s return to his iconic role as Dexter Morgan, featuring a cast that includes Uma Thurman, Jack Alcott, and the late-arriving Peter Dinklage. Set in New York City, the series follows Dexter as he searches for his son Harrison while being pursued by Angel Batista, ultimately becoming entangled with a dangerous circle of wealthy serial killer enthusiasts.

The finale synopsis promises that “Charley’s allegiance to Prater is pushed to its limit, forcing her to make a choice. Dexter and Harrison find themselves in a final confrontation, facing the consequences of their darkness”.

Fans hoping to avoid spoilers are advised to mute relevant keywords on social media platforms and limit exposure to “Dexter”-related content discussions until the official finale release.