Dexter returning with original star Michael C Hall

Acclaimed crime-drama Dexter is making a return, eight years after it went off air (Matt Crossick/PA)

Acclaimed crime-drama Dexter is making a return, eight years after it went off air.

Star Michael C Hall will be making a comeback in the titular role for a 10-episode limited series, network Showtime said. He will be joined by executive producer Clyde Phillips.