Netflix’s The Sandman is an adaptation of the comic book series of the same name by Neil Gaiman, Sam Keith, and Mike Dringenberg. David S. Goyer and Allan Heinberg developed the series along with Gaiman. The first season, comprising 11 episodes, was released in two parts. The first part had 10 episodes, which premiered on August 5, 2022. The 11th and final episode became available for streaming on Netflix on August 19, 2022. The inaugural season received widespread positive responses. Fans have been interested in finding out about The Sandman Season 2 release date ever since.
Here’s what you need to know about it.
When is The Sandman Season 2’s release date?
Like Season 1, The Sandman Season 2 will be released in two parts or volumes. Part 1, comprising six episodes, will debut on Netflix on July 3, 2025, whereas Part 2, which will have five episodes, will premiere on July 24, 2025.
Who is in The Sandman Season 2’s cast so far?
Some of the actors returning for The Sandman Season 2 include Tom Sturridge as Dream, Kirby as Death, Mason Alexander Park as Desire, and Donna Preston as Despair. New additions to the cast include Ruairi O’Connor as Orpheus, Freddie Fox as Loki, Clive Russell as Odin, Laurence O’Fuarain as Thor, and Steve Coogan as the voice of Barnabas.
What we know about The Sandman Season 2’s plot
According to the logline of The Sandman Season 2, following a “fateful reunion” with the rest of the Endless, Dream is faced with one impossible decision after another. He must try to save himself, his kingdom, and the waking world from the epic fallout of his past misdeeds. He also must come face to face with longtime enemies, friends, gods, humans, and monsters in order to make amends. The logline concludes with the following sentence: “But the path to forgiveness is full of unexpected twists and turns, and true absolution may cost Dream everything.”
Will The Sandman Season 2 be the last one?
Yes, The Sandman Season 2 will also be the series’ last. The announcement was made in January 2025. However, according to showrunner Allan Heinberg, the decision had been finalized three years earlier. (via Entertainment Weekly)
