I'm a Dexter fan because of the writing. Every episode presents at least one avenue for Dexter's eventual apprehension, but he always slips away. Right now, La Huerta's investigation, Dexter's murderous girlfriend and his seeming abandonment of The Code and the concept of the Dark Passenger are going to lead to a great remainder of the season and series finale next season.

Boardwalk Empire did leave a subtle cliffhanger. The coming conflict with Rothstein over the Pennsylvania distillery is almost sure to lead to more carnage. I'm also intrigued by the Harrow story. His character is going to be a very big part of next season, I think.

I don't see how the governor is a victim. He's a real sick, malevolent megalomaniac. Can't wait to see that piece of shit get taken down.