Actor Sarah Michelle Gellar re-entered the spotlight with her role in the Paramount+ seriesDexter: Original Sin. In the show, Gellar plays Tanya Martin, anew character introduced in this prequel toDexter. Martin is the CSI Chief of Miami Metro Homicide and the one who teaches the youngprotagonist Dexter Morgan, now played by Patrick Gibson, everything he knows about blood splatter analysis in his early years as a forensics specialist and secret serial killer.
Fittingly credited as a special guest star, Gellar portrays a significant character in Dexter’s origin story with her performance as Martin. Also, due to her previous acting roles and status as a legendary TV icon, Gellar is a perfect choice to feature in thecast ofDexter: Original Sin. Her role in the show is especially ideal for her, as the last TV series she starred in failed to give her the role and project she deserved.
Dexter: Original Sin Redeems Sarah Michelle Gellar After Wolf Pack’s Failure
Dexter: Original Sin Gives Sarah Michelle Gellar Much Better Material
Before she starred inDexter: Original Sin,Gellar portrayed arson specialist Kristin Ramsey in Paramount+’s short-lived TV showWolf Packin 2023. Despite the fact that this show was a teen-centric drama, Gellar’s role inWolf Packwas a significant source of hype leading up to its release. Though the series had a high number of viewers and an 85% audience rating onRotten Tomatoes, it received a measly 44% from critics, and following production delays, Paramount+ canceledWolf Packafter just one season.
Dexter: Original Sin Season 2 - Confirmation & Everything We Know
Showtime’s Original Sin explores the life of Dexter Morgan in the early 1990s, and now the prequel series has scored a season 2 renewal.
Wolf Packshould have been a successful outing for Gellar, especially sincethe show was made byTeen Wolfdeveloper Jeff Davis. Unfortunately, the quality of the show’s characters, dialogue, special effects, and story failed to win over viewers.Even Gellar’s character felt underdeveloped and underutilizedin the first season, costingWolf Packthe chance to truly capitalize on what should’ve been their most outstanding attraction.Dexter: Original Singoes the opposite direction by presenting a grounded crime drama that gives Gellar’s character enough depth and impact on the protagonist’s life to make her a standout addition to the franchise.
Why Dexter Is A Perfect Fit For Sarah Michelle Gellar
Sarah Michelle Gellar Became Famous For Starring In Films And Shows Like Dexter
Even before starring inDexter: Original Sin,Gellar was famous for her iconic lead role as Buffy Summers inBuffy the Vampire Slayer. Since this breakout role in the late ’90s, Gellar has starred in popular horror films likeI Know What You Did Last SummerandScream 2. Having made a name for herself in several horror classics, a role in the dark and goryDexterfranchise was perfect for her.
Dexter: Original Sin Season 1 Episode 1 Recap – Dexter’s First Kill & 9 Other Story Reveals
Dexter: Original Sin got off to a very quick start, and it’s already revealed Dexter Morgan’s first kill as well as several other parts of the show.
Gellar’s role inWolf Packbrought her back to her horror rootsas it presented a supernatural teen drama involving werewolves similar toBuffy the Vampire Slayer. However, Gellar alone couldn’t salvage the series with the material she was given,failing to meet audiences' expectations due to her legacy as Buffy. However, the popularity and acclaim of theever-expandingDexteruniversemake her role as Tanya Martin a much more fitting comeback.
This prequel also presents something unique for her by trading the supernatural, youth-centric elements ofBuffy the Vampire SlayerandWolf Packfor a more adult, character-driven crime story.
WhileWolf Packshould’ve been a compelling return to form for Gellar as a horror icon,Dexter: Original Sinmakes up for the latter’s failures by giving her a prominent and well-rounded supporting role as Tanya Martin. This prequel also presents something unique for her by trading the supernatural, youth-centric elements ofBuffy the Vampire SlayerandWolf Packfor a more adult, character-driven crime story. The latter show is much more fitting for Gellar, reflecting how she and her acting roles have matured in the decades sinceBuffy,marking the next big step in her career.
