The Best Episodes of The Sandman Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.0/10(11166 votes)

   #1 - Sleep of the Just

   S1:E18/5/2022

   While searching for an escaped nightmare in the waking world, Morpheus falls prey to Roderick Burgess, an occultist looking to summon and imprison Death.

   Director:Mike Barker

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Mike Barker

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   7.7/10(9304 votes)

   #2 - Imperfect Hosts

   S1:E28/5/2022

   Morpheus begins his quest to find his tools of power — his sand, ruby and helm — by paying a visit to a pair of notoriously dysfunctional brothers.

   Director:Jamie Childs

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Jamie Childs

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   7.9/10(9058 votes)

   #3 - Dream a Little Dream of Me

   S1:E38/5/2022

   Morpheus tracks down the last-known person in possession of his sand — and receives an unexpected lesson on humanity. Ethel pays a visit to her son.

   Director:Jamie Childs

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Jamie Childs

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   8.5/10(9940 votes)

   #4 - A Hope in Hell

   S1:E48/5/2022

   A lead on the whereabouts of his helm compels Morpheus to seek an audience with Lucifer. A confused John receives a helping hand from a good Samaritan.

   Director:Jamie Childs

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Jamie Childs

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   8.4/10(11524 votes)

   #5 - 24/7

   S1:E58/5/2022

   With Morpheus caught off guard, John settles in at a diner to watch the people around him — and put his theory about truth and lies to a terrifying test.

   Director:Jamie Childs

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Jamie Childs

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   9.2/10(13859 votes)

   #6 - The Sound of Her Wings

   S1:E68/5/2022

   Feeling a bit rudderless, Morpheus shadows his hard-working big sister, who offers him advice and encourages him to reconnect with an old acquaintance.

   Director:Mairzee Almas

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Mairzee Almas

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   6.9/10(8089 votes)

   #7 - The Doll's House

   S1:E78/5/2022

   Lucienne comes to Morpheus with disturbing news. Rose Walker goes in search of family. Admirers of the Corinthian's work scheme to get his attention.

   Director:Andrés Baiz

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Andrés Baiz

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   7.3/10(7344 votes)

   #8 - Playing House

   S1:E88/5/2022

   As Morpheus closes in on one of his missing creations, Rose ramps up efforts to locate her brother — and unwittingly makes a friend's dream come true.

   Director:Andrés Baiz

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Andrés Baiz

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   7.6/10(7200 votes)

   #9 - Collectors

   S1:E98/5/2022

   Odd disturbances shake up The Dreaming, Rose sets out on a road trip with a new friend, and The Corinthian arrives with a guest at a creepy convention.

   Director:Coralie Fargeat

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Coralie Fargeat

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    7.7/10(7574 votes)

    #10 - Lost Hearts

    S1:E108/5/2022

    As the Dream vortex grows more powerful and the walls between the realms weaken, Rose must make a difficult choice. Morpheus confronts The Corinthian.

    Director:Louise Hooper

    Writer:Unknown

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    Director:Louise Hooper

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    8.3/10(7130 votes)

    #11 - Dream of a Thousand Cats/Calliope

    S1:E118/19/2022

    In this two-part story collection, a Siamese cat dreaming of a new world and a writer in desperate need of inspiration cross paths with Morpheus.

    Directors:Louise Hooper, Hisko Hulsing

    Writer:Unknown

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    Directors:Louise Hooper, Hisko Hulsing

    Writer:Unknown