The Sandman (TV) Cast
The cast of The Sandman. Updated on August 4, 2025.
203 actors
Tom Sturridge
as Morpheus / Dream (11 episodes)

Tom Sturridge portrays Morpheus, also known as Dream. Morpheus is the main character of The Sandman and is one of the seven Endless, a group of powerful beings who embody various aspects of existence. Morpheus is the embodiment of dreams and rules over the Dreaming, a domain where he interacts with mortals and other beings.

Boyd Holbrook
as The Corinthian (11 episodes)

Boyd Holbrook portrays The Corinthian. The Corinthian is an escaped nightmare created by Morpheus, resembling a handsome man with eyes made of teeth. He is a serial killer who hunts down and devours human beings, making him a terrifying and dangerous character in The Sandman.

Vivienne Acheampong
as Lucienne (11 episodes)

Vivienne Acheampong portrays Lucienne. Lucienne is the librarian of Dream's realm, the Dreaming. She is a knowledgeable and helpful character who assists Morpheus in his duties and aids him in his quest to maintain balance in the Dreaming.

Patton Oswalt
as Matthew the Raven (voice) (11 episodes)

Patton Oswalt provides the voice for Matthew the Raven. Matthew is a loyal companion to Morpheus, taking the form of a raven. He serves as a messenger and advisor to Morpheus, often providing him with important information and guidance.

Bill Paterson
as Dr. John Hathaway (1 episode)

Bill Paterson portrays Dr. John Hathaway. Dr. Hathaway is a psychiatrist who encounters Morpheus and becomes entangled in his world of dreams and nightmares. He plays a significant role in the storyline of The Sandman.

Laurie Kynaston
as Alex Burgess (1 episode)

Laurie Kynaston portrays Alex Burgess. Alex Burgess is an important character in The Sandman. Without giving away too much of the plot, his actions have lasting consequences that deeply affect Morpheus and his realm.

Charles Dance
as Roderick Burgess (1 episode)

Charles Dance portrays Roderick Burgess. Roderick Burgess is a occultist and the main antagonist of The Sandman. He plays a pivotal role in capturing and imprisoning Morpheus, setting in motion the events of the series.

Benjamin Evan Ainsworth
as Alex Burgess (6) (1 episode)

Benjamin Evan Ainsworth portrays a younger version of Alex Burgess. His portrayal sheds light on the character's past, offering insights into the complex and intertwined narrative of The Sandman.

Stacy Abalogun
as Nurse Edmunds (1 episode)
Nicola Achilleas
as Pushy Person #4 (1 episode)
Jennifer Adab
as Disciple #5 (1 episode)
Roger Ajogbe
as James Kincaid (1 episode)
Will Atiomo
as Guard #4 (Maurice) (1 episode)
Martin Bishop
as Neurologist (1 episode)
Benedick Blythe
as Alex Burgess (70) (1 episode)
Alistair Bourne
as Pushy Person #1 (1 episode)
Ione Brown
as Sleepwalking Patient (1 episode)
Clare Buckingham
as Sleep-Deprived Patient (1 episode)
Andre Bullock
as Pushy Person #3 (1 episode)
Simon Bundock
as Alex Burgess Double (6) (1 episode)
James Chuma Mbanefo
as Guard #5 (Rogers) (1 episode)
Tracey Collier
as Disciple #2 (1 episode)
Christopher Colquhoun
as Paul McGuire (62) (1 episode)
Naomi Cooper-Davis
as Guard #11 (Ernie) (1 episode)
Sion Alun Davies
as Ozzie (1 episode)
Keiran Flynn
as Taxi Driver (1 episode)
Gus Gordon
as Paul McGuire (18 - 42) (1 episode)
Robert Grose
as Disciple #1 (1 episode)
Gill Jordan
as Disciple #4 (1 episode)
Jordan Long
as Guard #10 (Fred) (1 episode)
Louis Martin
as Guard #3 (Noel) (1 episode)
Corey Mylchreest
as Adonis (1 episode)
Johnny Palmiero
as Guard #2 (Simon) (1 episode)
Eugene Rangayah
as Disciple #3 (1 episode)
Amy Rockson
as Margaret Kincaid (1 episode)
Douglas Russell
as Guard #1 (Hugo) (1 episode)
Madeleine Wilshire
as Pushy Person #2 (1 episode)
Sanjeev Bhaskar
as Cain (1 episode)
Ansu Kabia
as Ruthven Sykes (2 episodes)
Graham Bohea
as Hangman (1 episode)
Crystal Yu
as Jackie (1 episode)
Meera Syal
as Ric the Vic (1 episode)
Clare Higgins
as Mad Hettie (1 episode)
Eleanor Fanyinka
as Rachel (1 episode)
Hannah van der Westhuysen
as The Princess (1 episode)
Stephen Odubola
as Kevin Brody (1 episode)
Marcus Fraser
as Agilieth (1 episode)
Steve Hutchinson
as Alex Logue (1 episode)
Nina Rose Galano
as Astra Logue (1 episode)
Olu Adaeze
as Armed Officer #1 (1 episode)
Sam Donnelly
as Armed Officer #2 (1 episode)
Marcus Adolphy
as Cab Driver (1 episode)
Joe Corrigall
as Sam (2 episodes)
Sarah Niles
as Rosemary (1 episode)
Martyn Ford
as Squatterbloat (1 episode)
Munya Chawawa
as Choronzon (1 episode)
Deborah Oyelade
as Nada (1 episode)
Ernest Kingsley Jr.
as Kai'ckul (1 episode)
Sam Strike
as Todd (1 episode)
Niamh Walsh
as Young Ethel Cripps (3 episodes)
Joely Richardson
as Ethel Cripps (3 episodes)
Emma Duncan
as Bette Munroe (1 episode)
Steven Brand
as Marsh Janowski (1 episode)
Laurie Davidson
as Mark Brewer (1 episode)
Daisy Head
as Judy Talbot (1 episode)
James Udom
as Garry Fletcher (1 episode)
Lourdes Faberes
as Kate Fletcher (1 episode)
David Thewlis
as John Dee (4 episodes)
Sarah Quist
as Lindy (1 episode)
Jennifer Armour
as Traffic Report Terri (1 episode)
Kirsten Foster
as News Anchor Annie (1 episode)
Jay Rincon
as Meteorologist Mike (1 episode)
Georgia Goodman
as Rebecca (1 episode)
Walles Hamonde
as Jeff (1 episode)
Ferdinand Kingsley
as Hob Gadling (1 episode)
Samuel Blenkin
as William Shakespeare (1 episode)
Ian McNeice
as Tavern Landlord (1989) (1 episode)
Angus Yellowlees
as Kit Marlowe (1 episode)
Sarah Twomey
as Lushing Lou (1 episode)
Curtis Kantsa
as Franklin (1 episode)
Kieron Moore
as Crispin (1 episode)
Mark Field
as Roland (1 episode)
Sia Alipour
as Aiden (1 episode)
Jon Rumney
as Harry (1 episode)
Rebecca Night
as Esme (1 episode)
Leemore Marrett Jr.
as Tourist Husband Sam (1 episode)
Liberty Buckland
as Tourist Wife Tabitha (1 episode)
Harry Burton
as Geoffrey Chaucer (1 episode)
Stanley Morgan
as Charlie (1 episode)
William Chubb
as Edmund (1 episode)
Ben Abell
as Pub Landlord (1389) (1 episode)
Alex Akindeji
as Louis (1 episode)
Hannah Ankrah
as Bar Patron #1 (1989) (1 episode)
Archie Blackhouse
as Bar Patron #3 (1989) (1 episode)
Kevin Brewer
as Pub Visitor #5 (1389) (1 episode)
Kylie Butler
as Pub Visitor #3 (1389) (1 episode)
Paul Cassidy
as Pub Visitor #2 (1389) (1 episode)
Michael Clarke
as Pub Visitor #2 (1389) (1 episode)
Kelsey Cooke
as Tara (1 episode)
Nigel Cooke
as Tavern Visitor #1 (1689) (1 episode)
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