Series synopsis
The Sandman is an American sci-fi & fantasy drama action & adventure television series that premiered on Netflix on August 5, 2022. It ended on July 31, 2025. It was created by Allan Heinberg, David S. Goyer, Neil Gaiman. It stars Tom Sturridge, Gwendoline Christie, Mason Alexander Park and Vivienne Acheampong.
After years of imprisonment, Morpheus — the King of Dreams — embarks on a journey across worlds to find what was stolen from him and restore his power.
Premise
After years of imprisonment, Morpheus — the King of Dreams — embarks on a journey across worlds to find what was stolen from him and restore his power.
Premise: Dream the world anew.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Tom Sturridge as Morpheus / Dream
- Gwendoline Christie as Lucifer Morningstar
- Mason Alexander Park as Desire
- Vivienne Acheampong as Lucienne
- Patton Oswalt as Matthew the Raven (voice)
Guest cast
- Jenna Coleman as Johanna Constantine
- Boyd Holbrook as The Corinthian
- Bill Paterson as Dr. John Hathaway
- Laurie Kynaston as Alex Burgess
- Charles Dance as Roderick Burgess
- Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Alex Burgess (6)
- Stacy Abalogun as Nurse Edmunds
- Nicola Achilleas as Pushy Person #4
- Jennifer Adab as Disciple #5
- Roger Ajogbe as James Kincaid
- Will Atiomo as Guard #4 (Maurice)
- Martin Bishop as Neurologist
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 24 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | August 9, 2022 | August 10, 2022 |
| Season 1 | 11 | August 5, 2022 | August 19, 2022 |
| Season 2 | 12 | July 3, 2025 | July 31, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Sandman: Unlocked The cast and creators of The Sandman – Neil Gaiman, Tom Sturridge, Jenna Coleman, Boyd Holbrook, Vivienne Acheampong, Vanesu Samunyai, and Allan Heinberg – sit down with host Felicia Day for a full-spoilers discussion about the long-awaited adaptation. |
August 10, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sleep of the Just While searching for an escaped nightmare in the waking world, Morpheus falls prey to Roderick Burgess, an occultist looking to summon and imprison Death. |
August 5, 2022 |
| 2 |
Imperfect Hosts Morpheus begins his quest to find his tools of power — his sand, ruby and helm — by paying a visit to a pair of notoriously dysfunctional brothers. |
August 5, 2022 |
| 3 |
Dream a Little Dream of Me Morpheus tracks down the last-known person in possession of his sand — and receives an unexpected lesson on humanity. Ethel pays a visit to her son. |
August 5, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Season of Mists When a gathering of the Endless exposes deep-seated grievances, Morpheus embarks on a mission to Hell to free the soul of a condemned mortal. |
July 3, 2025 |
| 2 |
The Ruler of Hell Bequeathed the key to Hell, Morpheus throws a lavish banquet to determine which god, demon or faerie can be entrusted with its dark power. |
July 3, 2025 |
| 3 |
More Devils Than Vast Hell Can Hold All the world's a stage as Morpheus summons history's greatest dramatist to perform an enchanting play for a supernatural audience. |
July 3, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | August 5, 2022 |
| Last aired | July 31, 2025 |
| Status | Ended |