Backseat Driver (Dexter: Resurrection)

"Backseat Driver"
Dexter: Resurrection episode
Angel Batista (David Zayas), Vince Masuka (C. S. Lee) and Joey Quinn (Desmond Harrington) discussing Batista's withdrawal from Miami Metro
Episode no.Episode 3
Directed byMonica Raymund
Written byNick Zayas
Cinematography byRadium Cheung
Editing byLouis Cioffi
Original air dateJuly 18, 2025 (2025-07-18)
Running time52 minutes
Guest appearances

"Backseat Driver" is the third episode of the American crime drama mystery television series Dexter: Resurrection, sequel to Dexter and Dexter: New Blood. The episode was written by supervising producer Nick Zayas, and directed by producer Monica Raymund. It was released on Paramount+ with Showtime on July 18, 2025, and aired on Showtime two days later.

The series is set following the events of Dexter: New Blood, and it follows Dexter Morgan, who has recovered from his near-fatal gunshot wound. After realizing that his son Harrison is now working as a hotel bellhop in New York City, he sets out to find him. During this, his old friend Angel Batista returns to talk with Dexter over unfinished business. In the episode, Dexter continues stalking Ronald Schmidt, while Harrison is questioned by Claudette and Melvin.

The episode received mostly positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances, tension, and character development.