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Brian Cox Joins Dexter: Resurrection as Chilling New York Ripper Villain

Actor Brian Cox has been cast in the second season of "Dexter: Resurrection" as the infamous serial killer Dom Framt, known as the New York Ripper. His character, referenced but unseen in Season 1, will taunt survivors of his past murder spree. Cox is no stranger to playing killers, having portrayed Hannibal Lecter in the 1986 film "Manhunter." The series is developed by original showrunner Clyde Phillips and executive produced by star Michael C. Hall.

Key Points: Brian Cox Cast as New York Ripper in Dexter: Resurrection S2

  • Brian Cox cast as serial killer
  • Character Dom Framt teased in Season 1
  • Cox famously played Hannibal Lecter
  • Show developed by original helmer
  • Series produced by Paramount Television
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Actor Brian Cox to join second season of Dexter: Resurrection as New York Ripper

Emmy winner Brian Cox joins the cast of Dexter: Resurrection Season 2 as serial killer Dom Framt, the New York Ripper. Details on his role.

"a serial killer who terrorized the City years ago... continuing to taunt the survivors - Variety"

Washington DC, April 2

Actor Brian Cox will be joining the second season of "Dexter: Resurrection", reported Variety. He will star as Dom Framt, aka The New York Ripper.

The character was originally introduced in Season 1, though he was not seen onscreen. He is described as "a serial killer who terrorized the City years ago. Though no longer active as a killer, he's found a new way to live into his infamy by continuing to taunt the survivors of his long-ago murder spree," reported Variety.

Dexter (Michael C. Hall), and later Det. Claudette Wallace (Kadia Saraf), discovered a file on Framt in the vault of Leon Prater (Peter Dinklage) in Season 1, setting up what will be a major role in Season 2.

This will not be Cox's first go at playing a serial killer. He previously played the iconic character Hannibal Lecter in the 1986 film "Manhunter."

In television, Cox received three Emmy nominations for outstanding lead actor in a drama series for his work as Logan Roy in the hit HBO series 'Succession.'

He won the Golden Globe for 'Succession' in 2020. He was nominated for Emmys twice before that once for outstanding guest actor in a comedy for 'Frasier' and once for playing Herman Goring in the miniseries 'Nuremberg,' the latter of which he won. In film, Cox is known for his roles in features including the Jason Bourne films with Matt Damon, 'X2,' 'Troy,' and 'Corioulanus.'

'Dexter: Resurrection' was developed by original series helmer Clyde Phillips, who also serves as showrunner and executive producer on the new series.

Hall executive produces in addition to starring. Scott Reynolds, Marcos Siega, Tony Hernandez, and Lilly Burns executive produce along with John Goldwyn and Sara Colleton, Veronica West, Kirsa Rein, and Tanner Bean & Katrina Mathewson.

The series is produced by Paramount Television Studios and Counterpart Studios.

- ANI

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Aman W
Interesting! The plot sounds good - a killer who now torments survivors psychologically. Hope the writing is tight. The first season was decent, but sometimes these revivals lose the original's spark. Fingers crossed!
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Rohit P
As a huge fan of the original Dexter, I'm cautiously optimistic. Brian Cox is a powerhouse, no doubt. But the show needs to focus on the cat-and-mouse game, not just gore. That's what made the original so great.
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Sarah B
He played Hannibal Lecter in *Manhunter*? I had no idea! That's a fantastic piece of trivia. This feels like a full-circle moment for him. Definitely tuning in for Season 2 now.
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Karthik V
The supporting cast is looking strong with Kadia Saraf and Peter Dinklage from last season. Hope they give Michael C. Hall a worthy opponent in Cox. A good villain elevates the hero's journey.
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Nisha Z
Respectfully, I hope the show addresses the problematic ending of the original series. The revival has a chance to fix that legacy. Adding a stellar actor like Cox is a step in the right direction. Let's see if the story holds up.

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