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The Sandman (2022)

The Sandman is a Supernatural Horror and Superhero television series developed by Neil Gaiman, Allan Heinberg, and David S. Goyer. The series is based on the original Superhero Comic Book series created by Neil Gaiman and follows the fictional Lord Morpheus as he attempts to regain control of his realm.

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The Sandman
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Fantasy
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The Sandman is a Supernatural Horror and Superhero television series developed by Neil Gaiman, Allan Heinberg, and David S. Goyer. The series is based on the original Superhero Comic Book series created by Neil Gaiman and follows the fictional Lord Morpheus as he attempts to regain control of his realm.

Cast
Sandra James Young , Joely Richardson , Sanjeev Bhaskar , Donna Preston , Charles Dance , Tom Sturridge , Patton Oswalt , Kyo Ra , Asim Chaudhry , Mason Alexander Park , Boyd Holbrook , Stephen Fry
Release Date
August 5, 2022
Seasons
1
Writers
Neil Gaiman , Allan Heinberg , David S. Goyer
Showrunner
Allan Heinberg
Story By
Neil Gaiman, Sam Kieth, Mike Dringenberg
Main Genre
Fantasy

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