Neil Gaiman Breaks Down Netflix's 'The Sandman' Official Trailer | Vanity Fair

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Tom Sturridge plays Morpheus, the King of Dreams, in the Sandman series, where Hell is depicted as a place shaped by dreams. The series also includes characters like Martian Manhunter and Mr. Miracle from DC Comics.

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  • Tom Sturridge portrays Morpheus, the King of Dreams, imprisoned for a century before returning to the Dreaming, showcasing a central theme of redemption and resilience in the Sandman series.
  • The incorporation of characters like Martian Manhunter and Mr. Miracle from DC Comics into the Sandman series enriches the narrative, expanding the interconnected universe and offering a diverse range of personalities and powers.

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  • Who plays Morpheus in the Sandman series?

    Tom Sturridge

  • What is Hell depicted as in the Sandman series?

    A place shaped by dreams and people

  • Who portrays Lucifer Morningstar in the Sandman series?

    Gwendolyn Christie

  • Who plays Death in the Sandman series?

    Kirby Hal Baptiste

  • What character does David Thulis play in the Sandman series?

    John D

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"Sandman series: Dream, Death, and more"

  • Tom Sturridge plays Morpheus, the King of Dreams, in the Sandman series.
  • The first shot shows Morpheus next to Matthew the Raven looking out at Hell.
  • Hell is depicted as a place shaped by dreams and made up of people.
  • The Threshold is where Desire lives, reproducing images from the comics.
  • Morpheus is imprisoned for over 100 years and finally returns to the Dreaming.
  • Lucien is a character gender-swapped intentionally, providing honesty to Morpheus.
  • The series incorporates characters like Martian Manhunter and Mr. Miracle from DC Comics.
  • David Thulis plays John D, a man with a dark past, in the Sandman series.
  • Gwendolyn Christie portrays Lucifer Morningstar, Lord of Hell, with imposing androgyny.
  • Kirby Hal Baptiste embodies Death, Dream's sister, with kindness and truthfulness.
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