India, July 11 -- The Dexter franchise isn't a simple crime saga. With a prequel, two sequels and shocking twists weaving them together, its timeline has grown far more intricate. So, here's a guide on how to watch the entire Dexter series in the correct order.

A James Manos Jr. creation, Dexter first premiered in 2006 on Showtime, introducing viewers to the chilling world of Dexter Morgan (played by Michael C. Hall), a forensic expert with a dark secret. The show continued its run for eight hit seasons and was both a commercial and critical hit. It received multiple awards, including two Golden Globes won by Hall and John Lithgow for their roles as Morgan and Arthur Mitchell, respectively.

The serial killer's story then continued with ...