While Netflix’s constantly changing library allows you to stream new shows and movies every month, it sadly also means that some licensed content leaves the platform. This month, it was the turn of the series Dexter.
Dexter stars Michael C. Hall as a man leading a double life. While he works for the police in the forensic department, he also hunts and murders serial killers who haven’t been punished by the criminal justice system. It’s also considered to be one of the many shows with a wildly controversial ending.
It left Netflix US on 18 June 2025, and it’s now available to stream on Paramount+ (which also has a seven-day free trial). If you can’t fork out for another streaming subscription on top of Netflix, but still want your Dexter fix, then don’t panic. There is still a way to watch it on Netflix.
How to stream Dexter on Netflix UK in the US
I’m based in the UK, and I can confirm that all eight seasons of Dexter are still available to stream here. If you’re based outside of this country, you can still use a VPN to access the British library of Netflix from wherever you are based, using your Netflix account – including the USA.
VPNs reroute your IP address, connecting your device to another server around the world. If you connect to a UK one, then the Netflix website should think you’re based in this country, and not the US.
We have previously used NordVPN to access different Netflix libraries from different countries. NordVPN offers a range of servers, as well as affordable pricing if you lock in for a multi-year plan. You can find further options in our list of the best VPNs for streaming.
VPNs also allow you access to UK-exclusive streaming sites such as BBC iPlayer and Channel 4.
After you’ve subscribed to your VPN of choice and downloaded it, here is what you need to do:
- Time to complete: 5 minutes
- Tools required: Laptop or PC, VPN
Connect to a US server on your VPN
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There are lots of different US servers to choose from, but NordVPN will connect you to the fastest
Head to the Netflix website
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Sign in to your Netflix account if you haven’t already
Search for Dexter
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Netflix sometimes blocks VPNs, but you can get around this by connecting to a different server, or waiting a few hours before trying again
