Netflix has released a brand new The Sandman trailer, revealing a first look at the highly-anticipated series' Johanna Constantine and Corinthian. As superhero and comic book properties have conquered the big and small screens through the Marvel and DC franchises, one property that has waited a long time to make the jump from the page is Neil Gaiman's The Sandman. For several years, a Sandman feature film was in the works by David S. Goyer, but the project was stuck in development limbo. Now, instead of a film adaptation, Netflix is bringing The Sandman to life as a new live-action original series, with Gaiman attached as a co-executive producer.
The Sandman centers on the journeys of the Endless, a family that represents powerful, key concepts of the universe. From aspects such as Death, Desire, Destiny, and Despair, The Sandman explores how Morpheus, a.k.a. Dream, was imprisoned for over 100 years before re-emerging in modern times. After being released, Dream, played by Tom Sturridge, will embark on a mission to restore the realm of The Dreaming while reuniting with his powerful family. The Sandman, which consists of 12 episodes, will arrive on Netflix this year, introducing Gaiman's critically-acclaimed graphic novels to a mainstream audience.
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As Netflix Geeked Week is currently taking place, the streamer has revealed new trailers and first-looks for several new shows, including Gaiman's Sandman. While the wait has been long, Netflix has finally released a new Sandman trailer, giving a deeper look at Gaiman's world in live-action. The Sandman trailer follows Morpheus after breaking out of his prison, while also providing a first glimpse at the
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