The Sandman (Netflix): Cast, Plot, Episodes, Budget & Everything to Know About Neil Gaiman’s Supernatural Fantasy Series

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The Dream King Returns This Summer

The wait is finally over. The Sandman returns for its second — and final — season with Volume 1 premiering July 3 and Volume 2 landing July 24, exclusively on Netflix. Fans of Neil Gaiman’s iconic comic series can once again step into the vast, surreal realm of dreams, nightmares, and the Endless as The Sandman continues its genre-defying narrative.

A Journey Through Dreams Continues

Based on the beloved comic series created by Neil Gaiman, with artists Sam Kieth and Mike Dringenberg, The Sandman tells the story of Morpheus, also known as Dream, one of the seven Endless — eternal beings who govern aspects of existence. After being imprisoned for over a century, Dream escapes and begins the task of restoring order to his kingdom, the Dreaming.

The show, developed by Gaiman, David S. Goyer, and Allan Heinberg, has been praised for its stunning visuals, faithful adaptation, and powerful performances. With Tom Sturridge leading as the enigmatic Dream, the series brings the source material to life in all its dark, poetic glory.

What’s in Store for Season 2?

While Netflix has kept many plot details under wraps, fans can expect the second season to delve deeper into some of the comic’s most iconic arcs. From Dream’s confrontation with Desire to deeper explorations of his siblings — including Death, Despair, and Delirium — Season 2 promises an epic, emotional, and philosophical ride.

This season will also explore the consequences of Dream’s decisions from Season 1 and introduce new characters and realms — possibly including stories from Season of Mists and A Game of You, if the show continues its close alignment with the comics.

Returning Cast & New Faces

Alongside Sturridge, the cast includes:

• Vivienne Acheampong as Lucienne

• Patton Oswalt as the voice of Matthew the Raven

• Gwendoline Christie as Lucifer Morningstar

• Kirby as Death

• Jenna Coleman as Johanna Constantine

• Mason Alexander Park as Desire

• David Thewlis, Boyd Holbrook, Stephen Fry, and more

Season 2 will also expand the world with new characters, gods, demons, and mortals caught in the orbit of the Dreaming.

A Bittersweet Goodbye

Netflix confirmed that Season 2 will also be the final season of The Sandman, giving fans a limited but hopefully satisfying conclusion to the epic saga. With a legacy that spans decades in print, this television adaptation has already cemented itself as a landmark in comic-to-screen storytelling.

Mark Your Calendars

📅 Volume 1 of The Sandman: Season 2 arrives July 3, 2025

📅 Volume 2 follows on July 24, 2025

Whether you're a die-hard fan of the original comics or a newcomer to the world of Dream, The Sandman is a series that commands your attention. Haunting, intelligent, and rich with mythology — this is the kind of fantasy that lingers long after you wake up.

Sweet dreams.