Fender Bender (Dexter: Original Sin)
| "Fender Bender" | |
|---|---|
| Dexter: Original Sin episode | |
| Episode no. | Episode 4 |
| Directed by | Monica Raymund |
| Written by | Nick Zayas |
| Cinematography by | Edward J. Pei |
| Editing by | Perri Frank |
| Original air date | December 27, 2024 |
| Running time | 50 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Fender Bender" is the fourth episode of the American crime drama mystery television series Dexter: Original Sin, prequel to Dexter. The episode was written by producer Nick Zayas, and directed by Monica Raymund. It was released on Paramount+ with Showtime on December 27, 2024, and airing on Showtime two days later.
The series explores a young Dexter Morgan, as he begins working as a forensic blood spatter analyst at the Miami Metro Police Department. It also explores his inner conflicts, wherein he begins his days as serial killer. In the episode, Dexter is shaken upon discovering Jimmy Powell's corpse, and decides to track the killer, suspected of being a former mob contract killer.
The episode received mixed-to-positive reviews from critics, although Joe Pantoliano received high praise for his guest appearance.