Dexter: ResurrectionDexter: Resurrection is an upcoming crime drama mystery series set to premiere on July 11, 2025, on Paramount+ with Showtime. This highly anticipated sequel continues the story of Dexter Morgan after the events of Dexter: New Blood and the original Dexter series.
The series features Michael C. Hall returning as Dexter, alongside a star-studded cast including Peter Dinklage, David Zayas, James Remar, Jack Alcott, and Uma Thurman. With a new setting and darker storyline, the show picks up just weeks after the last season, following Dexter as he survives a near-death experience and sets out to find his son, Harrison, in New York City.
NetFilming takes a closer look at the real-world filming locations used for this gritty and suspense-filled series.
Where Was Dexter: Resurrection Filmed?
The series was primarily shot in New York City, which serves as a central setting for Dexter’s new journey. The show’s dark and ominous tone is suited for the city’s fast-paced streets, tall buildings, and dark corners. The production team filmed in Yonkers, Sparkill, and other parts of New York besides Manhattan to make the story’s images more captivating. Dexter: Resurrection has a new, gritty feel compared to the bright Miami of the first series. This gritty feel is due to the inclusion of certain real-life locations as well as some fictional ones.
1. New York City, New York
New York City serves as the primary filming location for Dexter: Resurrection. The city is a big part of the story, and Dexter has to find Harrison by walking through its busy streets. The several places in NYC, from famous monuments to less well-known districts, make the show’s dramatic plot even more interesting. Here are specific locations where filming took place:
- Bronx: In February 2025, sequences were shot in the Bronx with Uma Thurman and others in a snowy area. These instances made the show feel creepy.
- Manhattan: On March 5, 2025, the show was filmed at famous places like Times Square and Washington Square Park. Columbus Avenue, West 62nd Street, West 63rd Street, and Central Park were other places in Manhattan that showed the city’s lively spirit.
- Downtown Manhattan: On January 27, 2025, Michael C. Hall, James Remar, and Jack Alcott were spotted filming here, adding to the urban intensity of the story.
The production used the codename “DXO” for filming notices, so if you’re in NYC, keep an eye out for these signs during future shoots!
2. Yonkers, New York
Yonkers, which is just north of New York City, had a mix of urban and suburban locations for the show. Filming takes place on Woodworth Avenue near Great Point Studios and Lionsgate Studios on February 24, 2025. Yonkers’ diverse look was perfect for sequences that needed a distinct feel from the busy streets of Manhattan. This place enabled the team to create important scenes that mix the roughness of the city with the calmness of a home.
3. Sparkill, New York
The crew filmed in Noble Cafe in Sparkill, a small community in Rockland County, in the middle of January 2025. This tiny setting perhaps gave several scenes a special, personal touch that was different from the bigger city settings in NYC.
4. Upstate New York (Iron Lake-Like Setting)
To recreate the fictional Iron Lake from Dexter: New Blood, the team filmed in an unspecified upstate New York location from January 13–15, 2025. Unlike the Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, used in the previous series, this snowy setting helped depict Dexter’s early recovery scenes. The cold, isolated atmosphere sets the stage for the show’s intense opening.
5. Miami, Florida (Simulated Scenes)
While the story is set mostly in New York, some scenes may depict Miami. A casting call for Latino and Latina extras to portray patrons in a “Miami lounge” scene suggests these moments were filmed in Manhattan on a soundstage. This approach, common in previous Dexter series, uses New York to simulate Miami’s vibe, possibly for flashbacks or Batista’s storyline. We have not confirmed any actual filming in Miami.
6. York Street Station, Brooklyn
A key scene from Dexter: Resurrection was filmed at York Street Station in Brooklyn. This MTA subway station, part of the F train line, provides an atmospheric underground setting that fits well with the show’s dark tone. The dim lighting, steel structures, and urban grit of the station helped build tension in scenes involving Dexter’s movement across the city. Using real subway locations like this adds authenticity and a sense of urgency to the storyline, emphasizing how closely Dexter is being watched—or hunted—in the bustling city environment.
When Did the Filming of Dexter: Resurrection Take Place?
Production for Dexter: Resurrection officially began on January 9, 2025, and wrapped up on June 2, 2025. That means filming for almost five full months in many different areas in New York City and Yonkers.
During this period, key city sites such as parks, shopping areas, and residential blocks frequently featured cast and crew workers. The crew had to work quickly, often filming all night to get the Dexter universe’s trademark dark and somber tone.
Fans who were lucky enough to watch the filming in person said it was a bizarre experience to see such a popular character come back to life in the heart of a real metropolis.
Dexter: Resurrection Behind The Scenes
It took months of planning, scouting locations, and a devoted crew working in some of New York’s busiest neighborhoods to bring Dexter: Resurrection to life. The show started filming in January 2025, and it rapidly became a hot topic in the city. Fans saw familiar stars like Michael C. Hall filming on the Upper West Side.
Showrunner Clyde Phillips talked about how the show was made, saying, “We knew Dexter had to come back with a bang, and putting him in New York City gave us the perfect setting to learn more about his character.”
Michael C. Hall also said about coming back to the role: “Dexter’s mind is darker now, more conflicted.” “Filming in real city streets gave the movie a rawness that studio sets can’t match.”
The group got to know each other better on set while working on night shoots and sequences that changed quickly. Uma Thurman, who joined the franchise in a new role, said the experience was “intense, layered, and creatively fulfilling.”
The show had a grounded but exciting feel because it used genuine places, practical effects, and well-written storylines. Crew members said that filming in busy city areas made each scene feel more authentic, turning New York into a character instead of merely a background.
Dexter: Resurrection Official Trailer
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