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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!

Binge this in 9h 15m•Peaking at 9.2/10

After years of imprisonment, Morpheus — the King of Dreams — embarks on a journey across worlds to find what was stolen from him and restore his power.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Sandman Season 1 Episode 6 - The Sound of Her Wings
    9.2/10(14192 votes)

    S1:E6

    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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  2. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 4 - A Hope in Hell
    8.5/10(10203 votes)

    S1:E4

    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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  3. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 5 - 24/7
    8.4/10(11803 votes)

    S1:E5

    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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  4. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 11 - Dream of a Thousand Cats/Calliope
    8.3/10(7363 votes)

    S1:E11

    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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  5. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 1 - Sleep of the Just
    8.0/10(11461 votes)

    S1:E1

    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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  6. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 3 - Dream a Little Dream of Me
    7.9/10(9302 votes)

    S1:E3

    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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  7. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 2 - Imperfect Hosts
    7.7/10(9550 votes)

    S1:E2

    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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  8. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 10 - Lost Hearts
    7.7/10(7786 votes)

    S1:E10

    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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  9. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 9 - Collectors
    7.6/10(7406 votes)

    S1:E9

    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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  10. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 8 - Playing House
    7.3/10(7545 votes)

    S1:E8

    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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  11. The Sandman Season 1 Episode 7 - The Doll's House
    6.9/10(8307 votes)

    S1:E7

    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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Sound of Her Wings" is the best rated episode of "The Sandman" season 1. It scored 9.2/10 based on 14192 votes. Directed by Mairzee Almas and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/5/2022. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "A Hope in Hell".