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The Sandman

The Sandman
★ 7.8/10•2022•TV-MA•Sci-Fi & Fantasy•Drama•Action & Adventure
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Dream the world anew.

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.

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateAug 5, 2022

Episodes

Episode 1 - Sleep of the JustE155m

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.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 2 - Imperfect HostsE238m

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.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 3 - Dream a Little Dream of MeE346m

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.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 4 - A Hope in HellE446m

A Hope in Hell

A lead on the whereabouts of his helm compels Morpheus to seek an audience with Lucifer. A confused John receives a helping hand from a good Samaritan.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 5 - 24/7E555m

24/7

With Morpheus caught off guard, John settles in at a diner to watch the people around him — and put his theory about truth and lies to a terrifying test.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 6 - The Sound of Her WingsE654m

The Sound of Her Wings

Feeling a bit rudderless, Morpheus shadows his hard-working big sister, who offers him advice and encourages him to reconnect with an old acquaintance.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 7 - The Doll's HouseE749m

The Doll's House

Lucienne comes to Morpheus with disturbing news. Rose Walker goes in search of family. Admirers of the Corinthian's work scheme to get his attention.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 8 - Playing HouseE851m

Playing House

As Morpheus closes in on one of his missing creations, Rose ramps up efforts to locate her brother — and unwittingly makes a friend's dream come true.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 9 - CollectorsE949m

Collectors

Odd disturbances shake up The Dreaming, Rose sets out on a road trip with a new friend, and The Corinthian arrives with a guest at a creepy convention.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 10 - Lost HeartsE1047m

Lost Hearts

As the Dream vortex grows more powerful and the walls between the realms weaken, Rose must make a difficult choice. Morpheus confronts The Corinthian.

Aug 5, 2022

Episode 11 - Dream of a Thousand Cats/CalliopeE1165m

Dream of a Thousand Cats/Calliope

In this two-part story collection, a Siamese cat dreaming of a new world and a writer in desperate need of inspiration cross paths with Morpheus.

Aug 19, 2022

Actors

Tom Sturridge

Tom Sturridge

Morpheus / Dream

Vivienne Acheampong

Vivienne Acheampong

Lucienne

Patton Oswalt

Patton Oswalt

Matthew the Raven (voice)

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