Top 10 Shocking Moments in Dexter

This killer show was never short on shocking moments. For this list, we’ll be looking at the times where this dark thriller series left fans open-mouthed in surprise, based on the set-up for the big moments and the impact they had on the story. Our countdown includes Trinity Is a Family Man, Doakes’s Death, Rita’s Death, and more! Which shocking Dexter reveal do you think should have made the cut? Let us know in the comments.

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[WatchMojo]

Have you checked out the first episode of Dexter: New Blood? What do you think about it?

[HoYuPhat]

As a HUGE Dexter fan I still haven't gotten over Rita's death scene. Definitely the most shocking...

[ADifferentPerspectiveCC]

For me, the most shocking part of Dexter was finding out that the actress that played his SISTER was his wife in real life. 😂

[dannf]

Rita's death is definitely the most shocking moment, caught us off guard and was extremely meaningful.

[marcspector]

Nobody:

Dexter: ''YOU SHOT MY DEER.. AND YOU ALMOST KILLED ME !!''

[animechic]

The most shocking moment in Dexter is when Dexter walked into the bathroom and found Rita dead in the tube. 😢

[ericd]

I remember watching the season 4 finale with a bunch of people but spread out in a few different rooms. When Dexter walked in and found Rita you could hear “omg!” And gasps coming from every room where people were watching. One of the best endings in a season finale, ever.

[dreamking]

Fun fact: Jennifer Carpenter (Deb) was crying for real after killing Laguerta. In an interview she was overcome with emotion and they went with it ultimately keeping it in the scene.

[lessiadepp]

For me the best scene it’s when trinity finds out who Kyle butler really is and comes to the station and say "Hello, Dexter Morgan” I felt goosebumps!!

[evas]

Rita's death is absolutely devastating. Such a good show. I'm glad it's back.

[batgurrl]

Without even watching I’m calling finding Rita dead in the bathtub after he killed Trinity (Arthur Mitchell). IMHO The Getaway is the BEST episode and season 4 is the best season

[HFXmermaid]

At the end of the Trinity arc before the big reveal, I was unimpressed and complained to my husband that Dexter always gets away with everything. then BAM that big Rita ending. Ate my words. Left my jaw on the floor.

[Yomommaru]

To this day Doakes' death still felt way too soon. "You don't even walk, you glide", priceless lines and interactions between him and Dexter but all because of Lila. Come on now.

[Nathannnnnnnnnn]

Deb killing Laguerta was mind blowing to me. Such a wild chain of events. Nothing topped that to me

[krishuston]

By far, Rita's death was the most shocking moment for me in the series. The irony of that day and several missed opportunities to catch Trinity earlier could have prevented her death. One shocking moment I was surprised didn't make the cut was Deb's death

[kellyjones]

Finding the professor was actually dead in a freezer was a shock to me

[dawthin]

I like Doakes' style of talking, funny. It's a shame the directors decided to kill him earlier in the seasons.

[ScrewyGirl]

I think there should be an honorable mentions category.

HM#1: When we found out about Dexter's mother and how she died.
HM#2: "I own you" Dexter slams Doakes in the head and walks calmly out of his office.
HM#3: Masuka has a daughter... that works at a topless restaurant.
HM#4: Debra's fate at the series end

[RobHunter]

Doakes was a highlight. His character was on point as a typical extrovert alpha - all muscles and no brain but great instincts.
Dexter taking him down was sweet. The day Dexter headbutts him and walks into the room to be attacked by Doakes - legend.

[kalicat]

The brilliance of season 1 and the ice truck killer was how they utilized lightening and makeup. When Brian is first introduced the lightening is conventional and the makeup makes him look gorgeous. As time goes all the makeup changes to make him look more gaunt and waxy and the lighting makes him look
Creepier.