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'Dexter: Original Sin' Almost Doubles 'Yellowjackets' Record Viewership

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A 'Dexter' spin-off smashes viewership records, proving the enduring appeal of TV's favorite serial killer.
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  • The 'Dexter: Original Sin' premiere raked in nearly 2 million viewers, almost doubling the debut of 'Yellowjackets', the previous ratings champ.
  • Analysts attribute the massive audience to nostalgia for the 'Dexter' franchise and the show's ability to balance dark thrills with a compelling protagonist, even as a new generation takes the reins.
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Dexter, Yellowjackets, Dexter: Original Sin, Yellowjackets
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