The first season sets the tone for the entire series, expertly blending elements of crime drama, thriller, and dark comedy. The show's protagonist, Dexter Morgan, played by Michael C. Hall, is a complex and intriguing character. On the surface, he appears to be a normal, even likable, family man. However, we soon discover that he has a unique condition known as antisocial personality disorder, which makes him incapable of feeling emotions like empathy and love. This condition also gives him a strong desire to kill.