Dexter - The Third Season
Showtime Entertainment (2009)
Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
In Collection
#1744
9*
Seen ItYes
(6/13/2011)
097360717044
IMDB   9.3
636 mins USA/English
BLU-RAY  Region 1   NR
Julie Benz Rita Bennett
Jennifer Carpenter Debra Morgan
James Remar Harry Morgan
Michael C. Hall Dexter Morgan
David Zayas Angel Batista
Erik King Sergeant James Doakes
C.S. Lee Vince Masuka
Christina Robinson Astor
Lauren Vélez Lt. Maria Laguerta
Geoffrey Pierson Captain Tom Matthews
JoBeth Williams Gail
Keith Carradine Special Agent Frank Lundy
Preston Bailey Cody
Jimmy Smits Miguel Prado
Desmond Harrington Joey Quinn
David Ramsey Anton Briggs
Director Keith Gordon
Marcos Siega
Producer Daniel Cerone
Sara Colleton
Writer James Manos Jr.
Jeff Lindsay
Cinematography Romeo Tirone
Musician Daniel Licht


The groundbreaking and critically acclaimed original series from Showtime returns on Blu-ray with all 12 thrilling and riveting episodes in Dexter: The Third Season. Having faced his darkest demons and eluding the FBI, Dexter has a new take on taking life when a high profile case puts him in the sights of the most powerful and influential D.A. in Miami. Will Dexter's need to do away with those who slip through the cracks finally lead to his undoing? Or will his new friend in the D.A.'s office prove to be all he needs to have his cake and eat it too?
Episodes
Disc 01
 60 mins    9/28/2008  1.  It's Alive!
Dexter has put his life back together but things may fall apart soon. His new victim is also being targeted by Assistant District Attorney Miguel Prado. Deb has to decide how to handle Internal Affairs, as they want her to turn on her new partner.
Director:  Keith Gordon  Writer:  Clyde Phillips 
Guest starring:  Christina Robinson, Preston Bailey, Mike Erwin, Anthony Tyler Quinn, Desmond Harrington, Jelly Howie, Jason Manuel Olazabal, Nick Hermz, David Ramsey, Yolanda Snowball, Bryce Robinson, Liza Lapira, Paul Lieber
 60 mins    10/5/2008  2.  Waiting To Exhale
Dexter continues the hunt for Freebo, knowing he is still in town after finding Teegan's body. Dexter and Rita must make a decision about her pregnancy. Dexter isn't sure whether he can raise a child. Deb searches for the identity of her body, not knowing the link to the Freebo case. Dexter races to beat the rest of the police to Freebo.
Director:  Marcos Siega  Writer:  Melissa Rosenberg 
Guest starring:  Christina Robinson, Jimmy Smits, Preston Bailey, David Ramsey, Liza Lapira, Mike Erwin, Jason Manuel Olazabal, Natalie Garza, Nicole Garza, Ralph Cole Jr., Rod Keller, Ray Santiago, Todd Giebenhain, Desmond Harrington, Valerie Cruz
 60 mins    10/12/2008  3.  An Inconvenient Lie
Dexter and a pedophile have a run-in; Dexter is unable to restore Freebo's good name after he is accused of a murder he didn't commit. Also, Dexter's friendship with Miguel weighs on his mind.
Director:  John Dahl  Writer:  Scott Buck 
Guest starring:  Jimmy Smits, Preston Bailey, Christina Robinson, Desmond Harrington, David Ramsey, Jason Manuel Olazabal, Anne Ramsay
 60 mins    10/19/2008  4.  See-Through
After a failed marriage proposal, Dexter attempts to convince Rita that he wants more than a financial merger and fatherhood. He wants a family with Rita. Deb lands a new case. Miguel's brother, Ramon, is dead set on finding Oscar's murderer, which worries Dexter and Miguel.
Director:  Keith Gordon  Writer:  Adam E. Fierro 
Guest starring:  Christina Robinson, Preston Bailey, Jason Manuel Olazábal, Jimmy Smits, Luna Rocio Cantale, David Ramsey, Valerie Cruz, Anne Ramsay, Liza Lapira, Kristin Dattilo, Aramis Knight, Desmond Harrington, Julie Ann Emery
Disc 02
 60 mins    10/26/2008  5.  The Dark Defender
While Dexter struggles with how to handle Rita’s desire for them to move in together before they get married, Miguel tells Dexter about a husband who has gotten away with killing two of his wives for financial gain. Meanwhile, Debra works with Anton, her confidential informant, to track down one of Freebo’s criminal confidants.
Director:  Marcos Siega  Writer:  Tim Schlattmann 
Guest starring:  Preston Bailey, Christina Robinson, Jason Manuel Olazabal, Desmond Harrington, David Ramsey, Marc John Jefferies, Valerie Cruz, Kristin Dattilo, Larry Sullivan, Katherine Kirkpatrick, Ellen Bry, Carla Jimenez, Joshua Dov, Nikki Novak
 60 mins    11/2/2008  6.  Dex, Lies And Videotape
Miguel is put on test by Dexter. Meanwhile, Rita is forced to reconsider her choices. The Skinner strikes again, this time killing the young boy who worked as Freebo's doorman and Debra begins to feel like she had some part in it.
Director:  Ernest Dickerson  Writer:  Charles H. Eglee 
Guest starring:  Jason Manuel Olazabal, Desmond Harrington, Anne Ramsay, Liza Lapira, David Ramsey, Valerie Cruz, Margo Martindale
 60 mins    11/9/2008  7.  That Night, A Forest Grew
Dexter begins working with Miguel but they quickly have differences in selecting a potential new victim. Meanwhile Rita discovers that Miguel's wife suspects him of an affair. And an old friend of Dexter's asks for help in ending her life.
Director:  Steve Shill  Writer:  Lauren Gussis 
Guest starring:  Jimmy Smits, Jason Manuel Olazabal, Desmond Harrington, David Ramsey, Liza Lapira, Valerie Cruz, Anne Ramsay
 60 mins    11/16/2008  8.  Morning Comes
Dexter undertakes to teach Miguel the Code, but doesn't realize he's whetting his partner's thirst for blood. Meanwhile, Debra is one step closer to finding the Skinner but a secret revealed about Anton sends him packing.
Director:  Marcos Siega  Writer:  Scott Buck 
Guest starring:  Desmond Harrington, Christina Robinson, Preston Bailey, Valerie Cruz, Anne Ramsay, David Ramsey, Jerry Zatarain, Jeff Chase, Kristin Dattilo
Disc 03
 60 mins    11/23/2008  9.  Resistance Is Futile
The friendship between Dexter and Miguel become strained even as Rita resolves to confront Miguel about his suspected infidelity. Meanwhile, Debra searches furiously for Anton when it's revealed that he was abducted by the Skinner.
Director:  Tim Hunter  Writer:  Melissa Rosenberg 
Guest starring:  Valerie Cruz, Desmond Harrington, Jimmy Smits, David Ramsey, Kristin Dattilo
 60 mins    11/30/2008  10.  There's Something About Harry
A series of chess-like moves ensues when Dexter and Miguel vie for the upper hand, with Miguel winning Rita's affection by presenting her with a lavish wedding gift. Elsewhere, Debra wonders if her relationship with Anton is worth the trouble.
Director:  John Dahl  Writer:  Tim Schlattmann 
Guest starring:  Valerie Cruz, Desmond Harrington, Jimmy Smits, Kristin Dattilo, David Ramsey, Jane McLean
 60 mins    12/7/2008  11.  Left Turn Ahead
While preparing for his big wedding day, Dexter has to figure out a way to remove Miguel from his life for good. In the meantime, Rita has troubles of her own, when Syl reveals that Miguel has been seeing one of his old flames. Debra finds a new clue that brings her even closer to catching the Skinner.
Director:  Marcos Siega  Writer:  Lauren Gussis 
Guest starring:  Jason Manuel Olazabal, Desmond Harrington, Jimmy Smits, Tasia Sherel, Kristin Dattilo, David Ramsey, Jane McLean
 60 mins    12/14/2008  12.  The British Invasion
It is the day before Dexter's wedding and Dexter must deal with two people targeting him, while preparing for his special occasion. Meanwhile, Angel tells Deb he's put her in for a promotion, but after he finds out some information her shield may be gone before she gets it.
Director:  Keith Gordon  Writer:  Scott Buck 
Guest starring:  Jason Manuel Olazabal, Christina Robinson, Preston Bailey, Tasia Sherel, Jeremy Overstreet, Jane McLean, Mary Alyce Kania, James Moses Black
Edition Details
Series Dexter
Distributor Showtime / Paramount
Release Date 8/18/2009
Packaging Custom Case
Screen Ratio 1.78:1
Subtitles English
Audio Tracks Dolby Digital TrueHD [English]
Layers Single Side, Dual Layer
No. of Disks/Tapes 3
Personal Details
Purchase Date 8/21/2009
Owner Thomas Eisenmann
Store Amazon.US
Purchase Price $29.99
Condition Excellent
Reviewed Hi-Def Digest Reviewed
Bit Rate 1509 KB
Anamophic Yes
Links IMDB
Movie Collector Connect
TheTvDb.com
Amazon.com

Features
Disc 01 Anamophic
Disc 02 Anamophic
Disc 03 Anamophic
Dexter By Design: Book Excerpts
First Two Episodes Of United States Of Tara: Season 1
First Two Episodes Of The Tudors: Season 3
Interviews With Michael C. Hall, Julie Benz, Jennifer Carpenter, Lauren Velez & David Zayas
And More!

Widescreen Review
9.4 Superb
691 Votes
Season 3, Episode 12 – Aired: 12/14/2008
Do You Take Dexter Morgan?
It is the day before Dexter's wedding, and after the police find Miguel's dead body, Dexter has two people targeting him. Now, he must deal with them both, while preparing for his special occasion. Meanwhile, Angel tells Deb he's put her in for a promotion, but after he finds out some information her shield may be gone before she gets it.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.5 Superb
376 Votes
Season 3, Episode 11 – Aired: 12/7/2008
I Had a Dream
Dexter has hard times distancing himself from Miguel, after all he's still Dexter's Best Man. Rita has her own dilemma now that she knows Miguel's been seeing another woman.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.6 Superb
402 Votes
Season 3, Episode 10 – Aired: 11/30/2008
Go Your Own Way
Dexter and Miguel try a game of manipulation. Rita is impressed by Miguel's wedding gift. Debra has second thoughts on her relationship with Anton.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.6 Superb
403 Votes
Season 3, Episode 9 – Aired: 11/23/2008
About Last Night
Dexter finds out he made a mistake teaching Miguel the code, while Debra finds out Anton has been abducted by the Skinner.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.5 Superb
344 Votes
Season 3, Episode 8 – Aired: 11/16/2008
The Damage a Man Can Do
Dexter and Miguel go through a new phase in their bond, which is not an easy thing for Dexter, since it heavily breaks his father's code. Rita is having mood swings due to pregnancy. Deb confronts Quinn and his shady past. Some new information about the "Skinner" comes to surface.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.2 Superb
335 Votes
Season 3, Episode 7 – Aired: 11/9/2008
Easy as Pie
Miguel finds a new target for Dexter. Dexter is asked to do the unthinkable for an old friend. Rita learns Miguel's wife believes Miguel is being unfaithful.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.2 Superb
314 Votes
Season 3, Episode 6 – Aired: 11/2/2008
S? Se Puede
Miguel is put to the test by Dexter. Rita is forced to reconsider her choices. Debra begins to feel like she had some part to play in a homicide case she's working on.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.2 Superb
317 Votes
Season 3, Episode 5 – Aired: 10/26/2008
Turning Biminese
Rita wants Dexter to move in with her and the kids. Miguel gives Dexter his next mission to find the culprit who murdered his two wives for money.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 8.9 Great
336 Votes
Season 3, Episode 4 – Aired: 10/19/2008
All in the Family
After a failed marriage proposal, Dexter attempts to convince Rita that he wants more than a financial merger and fatherhood. He wants a family with Rita. Deb lands a new case. Miguel's brother, Ramon, is dead set on finding Oscar's murderer, which worries Dexter and Miguel.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.1 Superb
340 Votes

Season 3, Episode 3 – Aired: 10/12/2008
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
After Dexter meets a pedophile at the grocery store, who's set his sights on Astor, he has to make a decision about his code. Miguel and Dexter both know the new body that showed up skinned wasn't Freebo's doing, and need to find a way to convince the Homicide Squad. Dexter is still wrestling with his potential role in the baby's life.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 9.2 Superb
367 Votes

Season 3, Episode 2 – Aired: 10/5/2008
Finding Freebo
Dexter continues the hunt for Freebo, knowing he is still in town after finding Teegan's body. Dexter and Rita must make a decision about her pregnancy. Dexter isn't sure whether he can raise a child. Deb searches for the identity of her body, not knowing the link to the Freebo case. Dexter races to beat the rest of the police to Freebo.

Episode Overview Read Reviews 8.9 Great
422 Votes