Jennifer Carpenter Reflects on Her Departure from ‘Dexter: Resurrection’

Jennifer Carpenter confirmed she won’t reprise her role in “Dexter: Resurrection,” expressing satisfaction with her journey in the franchise. She is currently starring in “1923” and wishes the best for her former colleagues. The new series will reunite original cast members and introduce new talent, continuing the gripping saga of Dexter Morgan.

Jennifer Carpenter has confirmed she will not return for the upcoming series, “Dexter: Resurrection,” despite her role in the earlier spinoff “Dexter: New Blood.” In a candid conversation with People, Carpenter reflected on her journey with the character, saying, “I am pretty focused where I am, and I feel like I’ve completed that box. I’m proud of it.” She expressed well-wishes for her former castmates working on the new project set to premiere this summer on Paramount+ with Showtime.

Carpenter currently stars as U.S. Deputy Marshall Mamie Fossett in the acclaimed series “1923,” now in its second season. She is enthusiastic about fans getting more content, stating, “And I’m so happy for the fans to have more to chew on.” The original “Dexter” series, which captivated viewers from 2006 to 2013, followed Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst by day and a vigilante killer by night.

While Carpenter reprised her role in the psychological framework of “Dexter: New Blood,” her character’s journey concluded dramatically, as she was taken off life support after a stroke at the series’ end. “Dexter: Resurrection” aims to reassemble some beloved cast members, including Michael C. Hall, David Zayas, and James Remar, joining new talent like Uma Thurman and Peter Dinklage for an exciting continuation of the story.

Jennifer Carpenter has decisively stepped away from her iconic role in the upcoming “Dexter: Resurrection,” feeling complete with her character’s arc. As she embraces new projects, she celebrates the continuation of the Dexter legacy while wishing her former colleagues success. Fans can anticipate the reunion of familiar faces in the new series, promising fresh thrills in the Dexter universe.

Original Source: deadline.com