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Netflix Launches The Sandman Final Season Volume 1 to Divided Response

Viewer anticipation for the next five episodes on July 24 is tempered by controversy surrounding creator Neil Gaiman

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The Sandman season two is not faring well with critics. (Netflix)
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Overview

  • The first six episodes of the 12-episode final season premiered July 3, with Volume 2 (episodes 7–11) set for July 24 and a standalone bonus episode on July 31.
  • Netflix confirmed in January that Season 2 would conclude the series based on remaining Dream material from Neil Gaiman’s comics.
  • Showrunners Allan Heinberg and David S. Goyer maintain the two-season structure was a creative decision made before misconduct allegations emerged.
  • Critical reaction to Volume 1 is mixed, with praise for its visuals, worldbuilding and performances countered by critiques of pacing and tone.
  • Some viewers have launched a boycott in response to nine sexual assault allegations against Gaiman, which he has strongly denied.