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I have to say I enjoyed The Sandman more than I thought I would. I have to admit I knew nothing of the comic or even heard of it so I had no expectations at all. It is definitely something different and unlike any show I've seen. The closest thing is American Gods but I stoped watching that in Season 2 as the quality of that show fell off after the first season. It has a solid 7.9 so it looks like most people seem to like it. I thought Tom Sturridge did an excellent job as the lead and Boyd Holbrook was just as good as one of the villains the of the story. The creator of the comic book (Neil Gaiman) is an executive producer so hopefully he'll have a big say as to where the story goes. It's already been renewed so I'm looking forward to more of the story.

Having never read the books I wasn't really sure what to expect from The Sandman. Then after reading through the reviews and seeing how mixed they were I was even more confused about whether I should give it a try. I'm glad I did because I really enjoyed it. I just read that it got renewed for a second season so that's good news. It looks like most of the negative reviews are from people that are mad that it's not exactly like the source material and I've never got that. As long as it's entertaining...who cares. Movies and shows have to be adapted for tv and are just based off the source material. Less than 5% of the people who watch these movies and tv shows have actually read the book or comic it's based on.

In an age dominated by 15-second reels, endless TikToks, and the constant noise of social media, The Sandman did something extraordinary-it made me forget the world around me and pulled me into its own. Watching this series felt like being transported back to a time when stories were allowed to breathe, when imagination ruled over algorithms, and when TV shows were experienced, not just consumed.

The Sandman is a rare gem of the 21st century that somehow channels the soul of the 20th. It reminds me of an era when shows were artfully crafted and not built around trends or virality. The pacing, the visuals, the storytelling-everything feels deliberate and rich with meaning. It's thoughtful, haunting, beautiful, and deeply emotional. It's not just entertainment; it's an experience.

What makes it even more special is how uncommon shows like this have become. In today's content-saturated landscape, patience and depth are undervalued. But The Sandman dares to go slow, to build a world, and to ask its viewers to pay attention. And it rewards that attention at every turn.

This might just be one of the most underrated shows of the 21st century. It deserves far more recognition than it's gotten. If you're someone who misses the golden age of storytelling, this show is your time machine.

Highly recommended for anyone who still believes in the magic of long-form, meaningful storytelling.

I knew nothing of the graphic series before watching this,, so I have no preconceived ideas of what this should or should not be.

It feels dark and gritty like a good graphic novel come to life. As one who enjoys a visual feast, I thoroughly enjoy the sets and details within each scene. I have watched the entire season at least 3 times and notice little things in every episode each time I watch.

I think that Tom Sturridge plays the part in an otherworldly spectacular way. I love the evolution of his character from distant, and godly, to one with a care for humanity. The premise of the "nightmares" is highly intriguing. Boyd Holbrook plays his character flawlessly. I despise him, but, at the same time can't stop watching when he is on the screen.

There are possibilities for growth and change within the series. I can't wait for season 2.

This did an excellent job, but haters are always going to hate on projects like this. I'm shocked that it's this good tbh. Don't listen to the haters, this is great.

I thought the show was really great the first episodes, dark setting and interesting characters. Somewhere along the way I grew bored by the show however. I will probably watch the second season if it ever comes out since I am a fan of the novels. This was entertaining but the stark difference to how it started and how it ended made it less interesting for me. I hope the next season will focus on what made the first episodes so good. I think maybe sandmand will have a hard time to compete with all the upcoming franchises coming out this fall, I hope I am wrong though!

On another note, 600 characters requirement for a short user review is too damn long!

If you ever thought Neil Gaiman's The Sandman was one of those "unfilmable" graphic novels, think again. Season 1 is a masterclass in adaptation, a rare win where the TV show not only respects the source material but elevates it with visuals and storytelling perfectly suited for the screen.

Right off the bat, this isn't your usual comic book fare. The Sandman dives deep into mythology, dreams, and existential questions, but never loses grip on emotional resonance or character complexity. The show captures that ethereal, otherworldly vibe with jaw-dropping visuals - think surreal landscapes, hauntingly beautiful effects, and moments that look like they've stepped straight out of a dream you can't quite shake. The production values here deserve a standing ovation.

Tom Sturridge's Dream (aka Morpheus) is pitch-perfect: brooding, distant, yet surprisingly human beneath that immortal exterior. He anchors the show with a quietly intense performance, making you believe in a lord of dreams who's as fallible as he is powerful. The supporting cast is equally strong, with standout turns that flesh out this intricate world without ever overwhelming the core story.

What impressed me most was the show's pacing and respect for its graphic novel roots. It's dense, yes, but never overwhelming or dumbed down. The writers clearly know their audience and trust us to follow the labyrinthine plot without spoon-feeding. This balance between faithfulness and smart adaptation is a tough tightrope, and The Sandman walks it with grace.

Neil Gaiman's original Sandman graphic novel series, first published in the late '80s and '90s, is widely regarded as a groundbreaking work in comics... a dense, literary, and darkly imaginative saga that redefined what graphic novels could achieve. Gaiman's ability to weave mythology, horror, fantasy, and philosophy into a cohesive, emotional story set a towering creative benchmark. The showrunners clearly understand and honour Gaiman's vision, preserving the complex themes and character depth while opening it up for a wider audience. Gaiman himself was closely involved, which no doubt helped maintain that authentic, unmistakable Sandman spirit.

If you're a fan of the graphic novel, this season will feel like a love letter brought to life. If you're new to the story, prepare for a richly layered journey that mixes fantasy, horror, and a touch of philosophical musing.

Season 1 ends on a note that sets the bar high for Season 2; and I'm buzzing to see where this dark, dazzling dream takes us next.

If Sandman were doing it's job, episodes 7-10 would explain why we should care about Dream and The Dreaming, not alienate and confuse viewers that do not have an insight into where the epic Sandman storyline eventually ends up. There is little connective tissue from Point A to Point Z, mostly because these episodes lack any real tone or nuance. The show gets busy - strangely more compacted- than even the 24 page comics they are adapted from. These episodes - without the gravity of a gifted actor like David Thewlis - just sort of spiral into nonsense. And since little effort is placed on delineating the importance or role of Dream or The Dreaming (or for that matter, the identities of The Endless as characters or the function of their realms) the series comes off as dull and drab and dim-witted.

"the Sandman" is one if the most emotional, insightful, intelligent comics ever written, and it accomplishes so much by suggesting the fantastical in the mundane. But in this Netflix adaptation, The Dreaming and Reality have no clear identities - just noisy cross-cutting between often drab actors performing rote functions. That's why, perhaps, the performance of Thewlis pops so much. We need to see the consequences of an innocent character interacting with the ideas of a universe so beyond his control. Every bit of momentum that the show builds up in those center episodes puts a greater emphasis on how the first episode and especially episodes 7-10 utterly fail.

Netflix's Sandman lacks scope, and ultimately comes off as pretty silly when it fails to maintain a solid core of genuine human emotion. Why, for example, squander the casting of Stephen Fry and the warm, wonderful Gilbert character with such a slim, unconvincing treatment? Gilbert's journey is essential as a mirror to that of the Corinthian, and all of the queasy menace of a "cereal convention" gets lost in the production's dayglo attitudes, loose ends, and loud box-checking.

I turned on this series the second Rose, Unity, and Jed began stumbling through these awful scripts and questionable performances. Any honest crew could have seen that mess going wrong. How could they not, having obviously understood the significance of, say, "Passengers" and "The Sound of Her Wings"? If Jed, Unity, and Rose are a "family", hiw are supposed to believe that Dream has any real affection for Death or Hob, or even compassion for John Dee or Johanna Constantine? The emotional gravity devolves into nonsensical B-movie execution.

If Sandman gets a second season, it will have to address the elephant in the room - casting and scope will have to get much more expansive and solve a lot of scale problems. Nothing here suggests that this can be accomplished. If you read through the negative responses to the series, you can see that folks don't have a lot of patience for the massive world-building that makes the conclusion of Sandman so moving and philosophically relevant. But as a fan of the source material, one has to ask why a die-hard would want to see such messy adaptations of works that deserve better?

With the two most awkward Sandman texts out of the way, the meat of the series comes next, but nothing in episodes 7-10 suggest that these producers are up to the task.

So much potential wasted away on diversity directives and slow, empty talk. I get that the modern world needs to be more inclusive, but forcing it into every tv show for the sake of political correctness is just silly.

It's actually quite nice at first, but from episode four the show is all downhill. Total incoherence and disconnection from the primal idea from there on.

What I find amazing is that such top notch actors agreed into participating in this. I'm sure the book is much more interesting, but this adaptation is honestly not worth anyone's time. Pity pity pity, it could have been so much nicer.

It's fair to say I've always been somewhat of a fan of the distinctively whimsical, quintessential eccentricity imbued within famous author Neil Gaiman's writing (ever since - in 2011 - first being introduced to it as a child in BBC1's 6th season of "Doctor Who", with his critically acclaimed episode "The Doctor's Wife") & therefore, as a long-time admirer of his impressive portfolio of work, growing up alongside his growing number of flourishing projects, I'd previously made consistent efforts to acquaint myself with his prior TV adaptations "Good Omens" & "American Gods" but admittedly, had never yet had the pleasure of reading the much beloved "Sandman" graphic novels (of which this series is based upon, widely considered to be his best) before. Hence, I personally went in to this season with no preconceived expectations & thus, I must concede - after viewing the first 3 installments - that this Netflix series has completely blown me away & ironically surpassed even my wildest dreams.

Of course, I can only comment as a casual viewer (& am unable to ascertain the faithfulness to the source material, present within these episodes), but within the first 3 hours, we as an audience are introduced to a rich, layered, enchanting world of pure imagination that is creatively borne, masterfully realised & the sheer scope & scale captured from beginning to end is honestly mesmerising. Indeed, it's no surprise to witness peculiar & cerebral fantastical wonders on screen - in a fantasy constructed from the inspired mind of such a quirky, ingenious scribe - yet nonetheless, I still found myself utterly confounded by the sheer regality & majesty of this grandiose, unconventional & wholly epic tale.

It's a credit to all of the cast & crew members involved, who've respectfully & lovingly brought such a breathtaking universe to life & I'm hopeful the quality established here in the preliminary chapters will continue throughout... Because from what I've seen, I'm seriously floored. It is utterly remarkable, beautifully dark & haunted & unlike anything I've had the opportunity to previously binge on the streaming service, in its history.

There's a palpable sense of history & mythology to it which immediately draws you in & I cannot wait to see more. What a major achievement!

Just finished binge watching this last night. And what quite a story telling it was! From magic spell to travel the Hell, from human greed to dream seed, from dark adventures to realm contender, you name it. But my favorite episode was the sixth: The Sound Of Her Wings. It really gave the surreal drama feel, no thriller no horror no suspense, just like gliding the dream. And by the way, who's the Lord of Dream's barber?! Because he changed his hairstyle every century or so! I hope they make an episode of his barber next season (finger crossed)

Amazing 9/10.

The Sandman - 64%

I've never read the entire comic, but I must say I loved the first six episodes. The remaining five chapters left a lot to be desired. At first, the series offers an interesting narrative, but it lacks character development; it's like watching a series without tension or clear direction. If they'd worked better on the narrative and the characters' performances (unconvincing and sometimes monotonous) starting with episode 7, it would have been more interesting. However, what happened during the casting? I wished Lucifer Morningstar had looked at least a little like David Bowie, as in the comic, but they cast a woman whose role would have been better suited Queen Grimhilde. Let's see what the second season has in store.

Netflix's The Sandman is a visually striking and thematically rich adaptation of Neil Gaiman's graphic novel series-even for those, like me, who haven't read the original material. It blends mythology, fantasy, and drama in a way that's often compelling, with a strong sense of atmosphere and imagination.

Tom Sturridge gives a restrained and thoughtful performance as Morpheus, the Lord of Dreams. His portrayal captures the character's distant, almost alien presence, while still hinting at a deeper emotional complexity. Around him, the cast is strong-Gwendoline Christie stands out as a commanding Lucifer, and Vivienne Acheampong brings warmth and intelligence to Lucienne.

The writing explores interesting themes-power, loss, control, and the role of dreams in human life. While the episodic structure allows for a wide range of stories and tones, it occasionally feels uneven. Some episodes are more engaging than others, and pacing can vary.

One notable drawback is the limited background offered on the Endless family. For newcomers, it's sometimes hard to grasp the dynamics and histories of these central characters, which can make the broader mythology feel slightly underdeveloped.

Overall, The Sandman is a bold and mostly successful adaptation. It doesn't always land perfectly, but when it works, it offers something distinctive and thought-provoking in the fantasy genre.

Rather over-thought and ponderous portrayal of the source material. Have to admit that although I liked episode 1, I still haven't finished the rest. I can't keep interested enough. I wrote a better review but it's gone.

I am disappointed that my original review which was written, then rewritten and edited a number of times before being posted on the 6th, has been removed. It had already received more likes than any other review as I am a fan of Gaiman's work and put a lot of thought into writing it. I am not a rude or abusive person but when people want your review removed you must have hit a nerve. Hence, this no-review review. Sorry.

Season 2 of The Sandman is a huge step down from the first.

What once felt dark, poetic, and mysterious now feels aimless and bloated. The plot jumps around too much with no real focus, and the characters are stripped of the emotional depth they had in Season 1. Instead of diving deeper into Morpheus and the Dreaming, the season introduces too many subplots that go nowhere. Even the visuals, once stunning and immersive, now feel repetitive and uninspired. The dialogue is clunky, and much of the magic and mythos has been replaced by hollow spectacle. I was genuinely excited for Season 2, but it left me feeling bored, confused, and completely disconnected. A massive disappointment.

Morpheus, the sandman, is extremely serious, but also kind-hearted and kind. Trying to keep the balance of the world. It is enjoyable to watch the journey he has to take while trying to maintain this balance. The story progresses in an interesting way. It's nice to watch different realms are portrayed differently. The actors portray their roles well. Camera angles and visual effects are used perfectly. Space designs are well-constructed. The dark theme suits the series. If you want a dark and enjoyable journey, The Sandman is for you.

Excellently well made and crafted you can tell Netflix actually believed in this project the cgi was jaw dropping damn near movie quality at times and it was really well acted.

And I loved this show it's a little out there but it's so good and I only watch the quality show because there is so much to choose from. I don't know what all the lower ratings are about this show is amazing.