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The Best Episodes of The Sandman Season 1

Every episode of The Sandman Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Sandman Season 1!

After years of imprisonment, Morpheus — the King of Dreams — embarks on a journey across worlds to find what was stolen from him and...
Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyDramaAction & Adventure
Network:Netflix

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Sleep of the Just" is the best rated episode of "The Sandman" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 9760 votes. Directed by Mike Barker and written by N/A, it aired on 8/5/2022. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Imperfect Hosts".

  • Sleep of the Just
    8.0/109,760 votes

    #1 - Sleep of the Just

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • Imperfect Hosts
    7.7/108,296 votes

    #2 - Imperfect Hosts

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • Dream a Little Dream of Me
    7.9/108,051 votes

    #3 - Dream a Little Dream of Me

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • A Hope in Hell
    8.5/108,863 votes

    #4 - A Hope in Hell

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • 24/7
    8.4/1010,321 votes

    #5 - 24/7

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • The Sound of Her Wings
    9.2/1012,347 votes

    #6 - The Sound of Her Wings

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • The Doll's House
    6.9/107,131 votes

    #7 - The Doll's House

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • Playing House
    7.2/106,471 votes

    #8 - Playing House

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • Collectors
    7.6/106,324 votes

    #9 - Collectors

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • Lost Hearts
    7.7/106,705 votes

    #10 - Lost Hearts

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 8/5/2022

    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: N/A

  • Dream of a Thousand Cats/Calliope
    8.3/106,030 votes

    #11 - Dream of a Thousand Cats/Calliope

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 8/19/2022

    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.

    Director: Louise Hooper, Hisko Hulsing

    Writer: N/A