Brian Cox Says New Dexter Killer Topped Hannibal Lecter
Cox plays Don Framt, the New York Ripper, in Season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection, which premieres on October 30, 2026.
Brian Cox says playing Don Framt, also known as the New York Ripper, in Season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection was harder than his turn as Hannibal Lecter. The actor called Lecter a pushover by comparison, according to comingsoon.net.
Don Framt is a former subway employee suspected of mass murders who evaded police and now calls victims' families. Season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection premieres on October 30, 2026.
Director-producer Marcos Siega said Cox's unpredictability on set surprised him most.
Cox first played Hannibal Lecter in the 1986 film Manhunter, becoming the first actor to take on the role.
Quick answers
When does Dexter: Resurrection Season 2 premiere?
Season 2 premieres on October 30, 2026.
Who does Brian Cox play in Dexter: Resurrection?
He plays Don Framt, also called the New York Ripper, a former subway employee suspected of mass murders who evaded police and now calls victims' families.
Did Brian Cox play Hannibal Lecter?
Yes, he played Hannibal Lecter in the 1986 film Manhunter, the first actor to do so.