OriginalDexterstar Julia Stiles has weighed in on the possibility of her character returning for the upcomingDexter: Resurrectionsequel show. Stiles joined the cast of the hit serial killer drama throughout 2010’s season 5 run as Lumen Pierce, a woman who was rescued by Michael C. Hall’s titular character from a group of serial rapists and murderers. Following the death of his wife in the season 4 finale, Dexter grew close to Lumen as he assisted her in exacting her revenge on the men who had imprisoned and tortured her.
Speaking withScreenRantfor her directorial debut,Wish You Were Here, Stiles spoke about possibly reprising her role for the upcomingDexter: Resurrectionseries. Admitting that while she loved working on the show,Stiles suggested that Lumen’s story was effectively finishedat the end ofDexterseason 5 and was unsure how her character“would descend into darkness again.”Check out her response below:
Thank you. I loved working on that show. I feel like her chapter kind of closed at the end, because she went back into the light. So any reboot of Dexter, I don’t know how she would descend into darkness again, but I do appreciate it.
What Julia Stiles’ Comments Mean For Lumen’s Potential Return
She Is One Of The Original Show’s Most Significant Characters
As one of the few living characters who knew of Dexter’s dark secret throughout the original series,Lumen’s character remains one of the most significant figuresin the show’s critically acclaimed run. Not only did Stiles’ character provide Dexter with a much-needed emotional connection following the death of his wife at the hands ofthe Trinity Killer, but her character arc offered him a glimpse at the kind of redemption he was ultimately unable to achieve himself.
Why Dexter Should Have Ended With Season 5
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However, as pivotal as her role may have been in the original series, any attempt to bring her character back forDexter: Resurrectioncould run the risk of undermining Lumen’s own character arc. Much as Stiles suggests, theDexterseason 5 finale sees Lumen leavethe traumatic events she endured in Miami behind, as her own “dark passenger” is satiated with the death of the Barrel Girl Gang mastermind, Jordan Chase. As reluctant as Dexter is to see her leave, Hall’s character understands thatshe no longer shares the dark burden that he cannot separate himself from.
Our Take On Stiles Not Coming Back For Dexter: Resurrection
Lumen May Still Have An Impact On The Sequel Show
Thecast announcements forDexter: Resurrectionhave already revealed the return of other original stars, including Angel Batista actor David Zayas and Harry Morgan actor James Remar. With the new sequel series potentially pointing to a much closer connection to the original show than 2021’sDexter: New Blood,audiences may also see several more faces from Dexter’s past. However, from Stiles’ comments, it is unlikely that Lumen will be among them.
If the opening moments ofDexter: Original Sinshow Hall’s character surviving the gunshot inflicted by his son, authorities would look to begin a much deeper investigation into Dexter’s past, and Lumen would likely be high on their list of potential witnesses.
While some fans may find Lumen’s absence disappointing, it is still possible that her character may still have an impact on the unfolding events. If the opening moments ofDexter: Original Sinshow Hall’s character surviving the gunshot inflicted by his son, authorities would look to begin a much deeper investigation into Dexter’s past, and Lumen would likely be high on their list of potential witnesses. As such, Lumen’s character may still be heavily referenced, even without a direct appearance from Stiles inDexter: Resurrection.
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Dexter is a television series following Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst for Miami Metro Police who secretly leads a dual life as a vigilante serial killer. Released in 2006, the show focuses on Dexter’s internal conflict as he hunts down criminals who elude justice within the legal system.
