"I love David. We’re friends, so I think that would be a fun idea," he said.
With Dexter: Resurrection soon entering its third month of filming, production is in full swing, and excitement is mounting. The highly anticipated sequel series is primarily set in New York City, and fans have been eagerly following every development from the set.
Returning and New Faces on Set
So far, fans have caught glimpses of several returning actors, including Michael C. Hall, James Remar, and Jack Alcott. Among the fresh faces joining the Dexter universe are Uma Thurman as Charley, along with two new NYPD detectives, Claudette Wallace and Melvin Oliva, played by Kadia Saraf and Dominic Fumusa, respectively.
However, one major character’s presence has remained a mystery even though he's confirmed to come back—David Zayas as Angel Batista. As production enters its eighth week, Batista has yet to be spotted in any of the set photos, sparking speculation about his whereabouts in Dexter: Resurrection. Could he have stayed behind in Miami or Iron Lake?
David Zayas Confirmed to Be in New York City
In a recent interview with TV Insider, James Martinez, who portrays a younger version of Angel Batista in Dexter: Original Sin, revealed a crucial detail. He shared that Zayas personally invited him to visit the Dexter: Resurrection set in New York City. This effectively confirms that Angel Batista is indeed in NYC—leading to even more speculation. Could he be on Dexter’s trail?
What’s Next for Angel Batista?
When asked whether he might have a flashback scene in Dexter: Resurrection, Martinez responded:
"I think I would have gotten a call by now. They’re in production. No, I don’t think so. But David, since I do know him, actually did invite me to set to check it out and just meet everyone and introduce everyone to me, just kind of to get both universes together and see what happens. So I love David. We’re friends, so I think that would be a fun idea. But what I would expect, what I imagine for Angel, at the end of the day, finding out who Dexter really is must be truly heartbreaking for him. And I imagine there’s going to be a lot of self-reflection on Angel’s part, again, just as a person, and how accurate his judge of character is. I think he may be just disappointed with what he ends up finding out, but also very disappointed with himself."
Stay Tuned for More Set Updates
With this confirmation, the big question remains: When will we get our first look at Angel Batista in Dexter: Resurrection? Stay connected with us for the latest set photos, casting news, and insider updates. Follow us on social media so you don’t miss a thing!