The second season of The Sandman is about to arrive on Netflix. This will be the final installment of the series, so fans are already eager to know what happens in the story of Dream. If you’re one of them, here’s what the second season is about, how many episodes it will have, and everything else you need to know.
How many episodes will The Sandman Season 2 have?
There’s exciting news for fans of the series! Netflix has just revealed the titles of the episodes in this second and final season, along with an extra surprise: there will be a bonus episode! In total, there will be 12 episodes in this new installment.
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The episodes will be released in three parts: Volume 1 (episodes 1 to 6) will arrive on the streaming platform on July 3, Volume 2 (episodes 7 to 11) will premiere on July 24, and the special bonus episode will be available on July 31. Here are all the episodes:
Volume 1
- Episode 1: “Season of Mists”
- Episode 2: “The Ruler of Hell”
- Episode 3: “More Demons Than Vast Hell Can Hold”
- Episode 4: “Brief Lives”
- Episode 5: “The Song of Orpheus”
- Episode 6: “Family Blood”
Volume 2
- Episode 7: “Time and Night”
- Episode 8: “Fuel for the Fire”
- Episode 9: “The Kindly Ones”
- Episode 10: “Long Live the King!”
- Episode 11: “A Tale of Graceful Ends”
Special Bonus Episode
- Episode 12: “Death: The High Cost of Living”
What will The Sandman Season 2 be about?
Based on the acclaimed DC comic book series, the second season of The Sandman promises to bring Dream’s story to a definitive close, delivering a deep and emotional narrative that culminates in an ending as epic as it is unexpected.
After a revealing family reunion, Dream of the Endless faces a series of devastating decisions as he fights to protect himself, his realm, and the world of dreams from the catastrophic consequences of his past mistakes.
In his quest for redemption, Dream must confront figures from his past — both friends and foes — as well as gods, monsters, and mortals. However, the path to redemption is not easy: it’s full of surprises, challenges, and sacrifices. True atonement may demand the ultimate price.
The Sandman Season 2: Cast
The second season of The Sandman will once again star Tom Sturridge in the lead role. Returning to the series are Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Mason Alexander Park, Donna Preston, and Gwendoline Christie, with new cast members joining, including:
- Jack Gleeson as Puck
- Ann Skelly as Nuala
- Douglas Booth as Cluracan
- Clive Russell as Odin
- Laurence O’Fuarain as Thor
- Freddie Fox as Loki
- Garry Cooper as Hades
- Steve Coogan as Barnabas
- Indya Moore as Wanda
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What is The Sandman about?
The series is an adaptation of the acclaimed graphic novel The Sandman, created by Neil Gaiman and published by DC Comics. Developed for Netflix by Allan Heinberg, this production blends elements of modern mythology, dark fantasy, contemporary drama, history, and legend, offering a unique and immersive narrative.
The story centers on the King of Dreams, played by Tom Sturridge, and follows his journey to recover lost magical artifacts and correct the mistakes he has made over the course of his existence. Each episode explores how his influence impacts people and places in both the waking and dream worlds.
When humans sleep, they enter the domain of the Sandman, lord of dreams, who shapes their deepest illusions and fears. However, when he is captured and imprisoned for a century, his absence triggers consequences that deeply affect both the dream realm and the waking world. To restore balance, he must traverse different realities, confront old rivals, reunite with former allies, and discover new forces—both human and cosmic.
