Smokey and the Bandit (Dexter)

"Smokey and the Bandit" is the third episode of the sixth season of the American crime drama television series Dexter. It is the 63rd overall episode of the series and was written by executive producer Manny Coto, and was directed by Stefan Schwartz. It originally aired on Showtime on October 16, 2011.

Set in Miami, the series centers on Dexter Morgan, a forensic technician specializing in bloodstain pattern analysis for the fictional Miami Metro Police Department, who leads a secret parallel life as a vigilante serial killer, hunting down murderers who have not been adequately punished by the justice system due to corruption or legal technicalities. In the episode, Dexter finds a serial killer whom he admired during his youth might have re-emerged, while Debra tries to decide what is best for her new position as Lieutenant.

According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.50 million household viewers and gained a 0.7 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the scenes at Miami Metro, but Dexter's storyline received mixed reactions.