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Dream the world anew.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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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Episode 1
While searching for an escaped nightmare in the waking world, Morpheus falls prey to Roderick Burgess, an occultist looking to summon and imprison Death.
Directed by Mike BarkerWritten by Allan Heinberg, Neil Gaiman, David S. GoyerGuest stars Bill Paterson, Laurie Kynaston, Charles Dance, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Stacy Abalogun, Nicola Achilleas, Jennifer Adab, Roger Ajogbe
Episode 2
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.
Directed by Jamie ChildsWritten by Allan HeinbergGuest stars Jenna Coleman, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Ansu Kabia, Graham Bohea, Crystal Yu, Joe Corrigall, Niamh Walsh, Joely Richardson
Episode 3
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.
Directed by Jamie ChildsWritten by Jim CampolongoGuest stars Jenna Coleman, Meera Syal, Clare Higgins, Eleanor Fanyinka, Hannah van der Westhuysen, Stephen Odubola, Marcus Fraser, Steve Hutchinson
Episode 4
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.
Directed by Jamie ChildsWritten by Austin GuzmanGuest stars Gwendoline Christie, Sarah Niles, Martyn Ford, Munya Chawawa, Deborah Oyelade, Ernest Kingsley Junior, Sam Strike, David Thewlis
Episode 5
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.
Directed by Jamie ChildsWritten by Ameni RozsaGuest stars Mason Alexander Park, Niamh Walsh, Joely Richardson, Emma Duncan, Steven Brand, Laurie Davidson, Daisy Head, James Udom
Episode 6
Feeling a bit rudderless, Morpheus shadows his hard-working big sister, who offers him advice and encourages him to reconnect with an old acquaintance.
Directed by Mairzee AlmasWritten by Lauren BelloGuest stars Mason Alexander Park, Ferdinand Kingsley, Samuel Blenkin, Ian McNeice, Angus Yellowlees, Sarah Twomey, Curtis Kantsa, Kieron Moore
Episode 7
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.
Directed by Andrés BaizWritten by Heather BellsonGuest stars Mason Alexander Park, Asim Chaudhry, Donna Preston, Nina Wadia, Souad Faress, Dinita Gohil, Aryel Tsoto, Aimée Cassettari
Episode 8
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.
Directed by Andrés BaizWritten by Alexander Newman-WiseGuest stars Andi Osho, Sam Hazeldine, Lisa O'Hare, Sacharissa Claxton, Lloyd Everitt, John Cameron Mitchell, Lenny Henry, Vanesu Samunyai
Episode 9
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.
Directed by Coralie FargeatWritten by Vanessa James BentonGuest stars Lloyd Everitt, Lewis Reeves, Danny Kirrane, Mark Hamill, Vanesu Samunyai, Razane Jammal, Sandra James-Young, Jill Winternitz
Episode 10
As the Dream vortex grows more powerful and the walls between the realms weaken, Rose must make a difficult choice. Morpheus confronts The Corinthian.
Directed by Louise HooperWritten by Jay FranklinGuest stars Gwendoline Christie, Mason Alexander Park, John Cameron Mitchell, Lenny Henry, Roger Allam, Cassie Clare, Vanesu Samunyai, Razane Jammal
Episode 11
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.
Directed by Louise Hooper, Hisko HulsingWritten by Catherine Smyth-McMullenGuest stars Nina Wadia, Souad Faress, Dinita Gohil, Rosie Day, David Gyasi, Joe Lycett, Neil Gaiman, James McAvoy
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Tom SturridgeMorpheus / Dream
Gwendoline ChristieLucifer Morningstar
Mason Alexander ParkDesire
Vivienne AcheampongLucienne
Patton OswaltMatthew the Raven (voice)
Jenna ColemanJohanna Constantine
Boyd HolbrookThe Corinthian
Sanjeev BhaskarCain
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