‘The Sandman’ to END with Season 2 amidst Neil Gaiman misconduct allegations

Netflix’s adaptation of 'The Sandman,' based on Neil Gaiman’s acclaimed DC comics, is set to conclude with its highly anticipated second season.
The series, which first premiered in August 2022, faced delays before being officially renewed in November of that year. However, Netflix referred it to as “a continuation of The Sandman universe” avoided calling it a second season, withholding details on the number of episodes.
According to reports, the decision to wrap up the show with its second instalment was already made before filming even began. However, the show’s conclusion coincides with serious sexual misconduct allegations against Neil Gaiman, who not only created The Sandman comics but also played a major role in adapting the series. The allegations were made in July 2024 through a Tortoise Media podcast.
After all these allegations, Gaiman has faced major professional setbacks. He has stepped away from Amazon’s final season of Good Omens, while Disney has halted development on his planned adaptation of The Graveyard Book. Additionally, Dark Horse Comics—his longtime publisher, has severed ties with him, and a planned musical adaptation of Coraline has been cancelled.
In an official statement, showrunner Allan Heinberg explained that the series was always designed to centre around Dream’s story and that, after reviewing the remaining source material in 2022, it became evident that there was only enough content for one final season.
“We’re incredibly grateful to Netflix for reuniting our team and providing us with the resources to create a faithful adaptation,” Heinberg shared. “Our goal has always been to deliver a series that not only stays true to the original comics but also surprises and captivates both longtime fans and new audiences.”
Despite the announcement, the release schedule for Season 2 remains unchanged, with the new episodes still slated for a 2025 premiere.
Season 2 of 'The Sandman' will adapt the iconic 'Season of Mists' storyline from the comics. This arc sees Lucifer (Gwendoline Christie) abandon their rule over Hell and hand its key to Morpheus (Tom Sturridge), sparking a fierce struggle among powerful entities eager to claim it for themselves.
A wave of new characters will be introduced in the final season, including:
Esme Creed-Miles as Delirium
Adrian Lester as Destiny
Barry Sloane as The Prodigal
Ruairi O’Connor as Orpheus
Freddie Fox as Loki
Clive Russell as Odin
Laurence O’Fuarain as Thor
Ann Skelly as Nuala
Douglas Booth as Cluracan
Jack Gleeson as Puck
Indya Moore as Wanda
Steve Coogan as the voice of Barnabas the dog
Since its debut 'The Sandman' has been praised for its faithful adaptation, stunning visuals and deep storytelling. All episodes of the upcoming Season 2 have been directed by Jamie Childs, ensuring a consistent artistic vision for the final chapter