Customer Reviews

Dexter: Seasons 1 - 3

5 star:		(76)
4 star:		(8)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(3)

 

 

Dexter is a show on Showtime about Dexter Morgan, a Forensic Blood-Spatter spealist with the Miami PD. He's also has a very dark secret.. that he is a serial killer.. and he works for the police, a perfect cover!

---Without spoiling anything plot related here is a quick synopsis for anyone looking for a good reason to watch this.---

An adopted child from a young age, Dexter and his sister grew up with their loving foster father, who also happened to be an accomplished detective. His father, being a cop and all, sensed something different about Dexter, his desire to hurt things, small animals, ect, his detachment from the world, and lack of emotion toward anything. A smart detective, he recognized this for it was, that his son was heading down the road of a murderer. He does what any loving father would do of course... teach his son everything he knows, and how to get away with it. Realizing that Dexter's path would lead him only to the electric chair, he can't bear to see his son die in this way. So he give him a 'code' with which to kill by. To only go after the scum of the earth. The murderers, the rapists, the child molestors, the one's that slip through the cracks of a flawed 'justice system'. This code Dexter strives to live by, it feeds his insatiable desire to kill, and honors his father's wishes.

Dexter is a fantastic show that twists your perception of morality, and begs questions of your mind like, can you like this person? Very well written, with convincing narrative and great acting from a nobody cast that you come to know well helps its case. Be aware that this show is run on Showtime, and therefore is not bound by the heavy censoring of regular cable television. (Even though cable censors are joke nowadays) There will be no shortage of gratuitious use of blood, killing and violence. There is also a hefty bit of nudity and sexual content, with some F bombs here and there (mostly from one character). If any of these things offend you, you have been warned. Withstanding those things, nothing should deter you from seeing this entire series, as each season is very well done, and all are worth a five-star rating.

Hope this helps you if you were on the fence. :)

We all know good and well that the prices on Amazon fluctuate frequently. You just have to watch and wait for the best deal. Therefore your review should not be based on the price because that just makes it look bad and makes the star ratings pointless if they are all about price. For the record I got this from Amazon and not a seller for 53.99. The day after I ordered it, it was back up to 67. Point proven. Otherwise I will go ahead and rate the product. I love this show, it's amazing. The set is only the individual season sets packaged together, but it's still great. They are actual boxes, none of the cardboard slide in and out cases or anything else. I know it's not a Fox dvd set, but if you have ever bought any of those the boxes are like that. Examples would be Buffy, Angel, or Prison Break. I always like to know those types of things. I would definitely recommend this product to fellow Dexter lovers!

I finally took advantage of getting what I pay for with my cable company. Prior to Season 3 of Dexter, I watched the first two seasons on DVD (Season One & Season Two). I used to send all this money to my cable company for subscribing to Showtime, and Dexter was never part of my regular TV viewing until 2008. Color me stupid. What was I missing out on?...Only the absolute best show on TV.

How good is it? Let's put it this way...I'm actually glad that I hadn't seen this until DVD, because my wife and I were able to watch the first two seasons in weeks versus like 3 months PER regular season on Showtime. We often watched three episodes in one night on the DVD sets. Alas, I couldn't wait for Season 3's release on DVD, so it was one episode of Dexter, one week at a time for Season 3.

So certainly one of the good things about Dexter on DVD is that you don't need to wait 12 weeks to see a season from start to finish. But certainly the best thing about the series is how well done it is.

Dexter (played by Michael C. Hall of HBO's Six Feet Under fame) is a blood spatter analyst with Miami Homicide. It's his job to help solve murders, and he also happens to moonlight as a serial killer....Just a side note that last part.

The acting in the show is terrific, and the thrills and twists are plentiful. Combine the nature of Dexter's professional life with his favorite pass-time, and you can bet your carotid artery that there's plenty of blood in the show too. But rest assured that the show isn't just about killing. Relationships, family, the inner working of a homicide squad...all of this "stuff" is also packed neatly into the Dexter series and makes the show one of the best on TV that I've seen in a long long time.

The major plot involving guest star Jimmy Smits in Season 3 is a bit more of a stretch of reality than were Season's 1 & 2. But the acting, dialogue and well-written story flow kept the show right up there at the top of my list of TV's finest.

Add this bloody-good show to your cart. I'd strongly urge newcomers to start from Season 1. I dare you to just try watching Season 1 and then not go for Seasons 2 and 3; I simply don't believe that anyone could possibly do that.

Side note: At the time of the original writing of this review it was cheaper to buy the first three seasons on Blu Ray individually than paying the price for this package of the first three seasons, but then a few days later it was cheaper to buy this package. So check that before you click on add to cart.

You can't go wrong with Dexter and Blu-Ray...with Amazon's great pricing and speedy shipping, I was not let down. We love Dexter and will watch this over and over, it's that good. We will have to buy seasons 4 and 5 to add to the collection.

I love this show! I also appreciate that the writers don't try to humanize Dexter the sociopath; that would be fake; much better to let Dexter work through it on his own. Dexter's frequent struggles to appear empathetic seem to be right on the money. As a Correctional Officer, I deal with this type of personality on a regular basis. As Dexter alluded to in one episode, Halloween must be a favorite of sociopaths; the only day of the year when a mask is the norm.

How does one convince others that a television series, (network, cable, or otherwise), is worthwhile viewing. You can't. It's impossible, since viewer tastes vary and are generally dictated by personal preference, genre, even instilled moral up-bringing.

Many opposed this shows' initial airing without seeing a single episode, deeming it inappropriate for public broadcast after reading some early reviews regarding its' content. With that in mind, I watched (keeping a non-biased equilibrium), and personally found the berated show to be quite the contrary.

Dexter is well-produced, incorporating an immaculate cast, great story arcs, dialogue, and camera work that actually surpasses most traditional "cop investigation" offerings currently loved and watched by millions. In my opinion, Dexter is one of the best productions available on the tube... complete with all the drama, suspense, and story twists we expect from modern day television writers, and more! Its' theme song alone is so distinctive, you don't even need to be in the same room to hear it and know what program is on.

We're talking about a momentum-induced series, ready to begin its' 6th season. They are obviously doing something right at the studio to maintain a continued contract. Regardless of the subject matter (cop code vs. serial killer code), this is SO well-made that most viewers I queried said they were hooked after the premiere episode. I was as well. It wasn't what I expected at all, and I misjudged it prematurely. My bad! Dexter now ranks among my favorites. Can't wait for the next season to begin.

This is a super package deal for Seasons 1-3. I highly recommend it to Dexter fans and curious buyers alike. Naturally, Amazon prices fluctuate regularly, so just be patient and check for best value. Purchased it myself when it was released, and worth every penny. Happy shopping!

Dexter is the best show that has aired so far during my lifetime (born in '84). I find it hard to believe that there will be a show to top it during the rest of my lifetime. Then, throw on top of this the fact that it looks FLAWLESS in Blu-Ray format. The macro-photography during the intro is just jaw-dropping (esp on my 46" 1080P Samsung LED TV)!

Considering the seasons are $40-50 apiece a-la-carte, you really can't argue the value you're getting with 3 seasons for under $100. Buy it. If you don't like it, and can find a way to get ahold of me, I'll give you a refund MYSELF!

If I could find the writers of this show I would shake their hands and maybe even throw in a hug. I avoided this series because the story sounded like it had been done many times before...I couldn't have been more wrong! I started with the first episode streaming on netflix and found it to be kinda interesting. I had to watch the next episode, this continued through the the entire first season, where I decided to order 1-3 on Blu Ray.

This is easily one of the best tv shows I've ever seen. I would rank it better than Lost, Sopranos, and Prison Break (some of my previous all time favorites) The characters are spot on, and Michael C. Hall is absolutely fantastic, hes so quite and dark but at the same times make you laugh (especially when he makes cocky remarks in his head). I'd have to say this show is like a combo of CSI, Law and Order, and your favorite Hollywood serial killer flick.

I don't wanna ruin any story details, or twists and turns...but let me say they are all over, and each one will have your nose to the screen waiting for the outcome of each. If you haven't seen Dexter yet, definitely pick it up and watch it, its one of those seasons you can start all over from the beginning and watch all over.

Now onto the Blu Ray disc details. As I said I started watching on streaming Netflix, which wasn't HD and only used stereo sound. The Blu Rays are a huge step up, the 5.1 is awesome, and surrounds you in the story even more. The picture is also very impressive bringing Miami to life. This is important because alot of the areas used in the show include restaurants, nightclubs, and lots of outdoor scenery. Colors are very sharp, blacks are nice and inky, and whites don't washout...for the most part. I did find a few spots in Season 3 that got a bit pixelated in a few parts (mostly dark scenes) This however is in no way a deal breaker, and to be honest this show could be on VHS, with mono sound and still be a thrill ride that you don't want to walk away from!

If you decide to start this series do yourself a favor and set away some time...your gonna need it, after the first and second episode, you wont wanna stop, this really is an A+ TV series.

For those of us who have been watching DEXTER since its premiere season, this collection of all three seasons is a treat - a reminder of how some of the aspects of this strangely lovable 'serial killer' who only kills (most of the time!) criminals who slip through the cracks of justice came to be. The series is well written and manages to continue to open up hints dropped in the first season in the just-completed third season. We now are more fully informed of Dexter's childhood incidents that pushed him into the strange state of existence he now lives - a married man with family - the fact which modifies the way he approaches his inner darkness to stalk and destroy evil people. Characters throughout the show are more credible, the various subplots continue to be developed well - facts that now make Dexter seem more a part of his job as a forensics specialist in a Miami police unit that has many interesting variations of normal police behavior. Adding such guest stars as Jimmy Smits and John Lithgow raises the show to a different level: the show is now an ongoing story instead of weekly dipping into death. Who knows how the series will continue to develop, but if the writing and acting continue on this level, season four can only be terrific. Who will they invite into this strange but fascinating atmosphere next? Grady Harp, December 09

My husband and I have been watching Dexter on Showtime since it debuted. The writing of the series is intelligent, witty and will keep you on the edge of your seat, leaving you wanting more, more, MORE! The character of Dexter is brilliant, as well as Michael C. Hall, who plays the character to a tee. You will not be disappointed with this purchase.