Dexter: Original Sin” is not returning for Season 2 after all. Variety has learned from sources that Paramount has opted not to move forward with another season of the prequel series. A Season 2 renewal announcement went out in April,

Showtime’s new leadership has made their first major programming decision, and it involves the network’s flagship Dexter franchise. The Paramount TV Studios team, led by Matt Thunell, which took oversight of Showtime following Skydance’s acquisition of Paramount Global,

Paramount is no longer planning for a second season of 'Dexter: Original Sin' despite initially renewing the show for more episodes.