The Sandman Season 2 Star Opens up About Playing the Endless Villain

The Sandman Season 2 Star Opens up About Playing the Endless Villain

Key Takeaways

  • Mason Alexander Park discusses similarities between Desire in The Sandman and Ariel in The Tempest.
  • The Sandman season 2 production was halted temporarily due to SAG-AFTRA strikes, but has since resumed.
  • Netflix confirmed that the second season of The Sandman will be released in 2025, adding to the excitement for fans.

As a gamer with a penchant for all things fantastical and a soft spot for well-crafted narratives, I eagerly await the return of Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman. Having delved deep into the realm of gaming, I’ve come to appreciate the intricacies of storytelling that transcend platforms, and The Sandman is no exception.


Netflix’s rendition of Neil Gaiman’s “The Sandman” lingers in the dreamlike realm, anticipating its second season debut, yet in the interim, Mason Alexander Park, who embodies the anthropomorphic manifestation of Desire within this fantastical series, shares insights on their character and its resemblance to another role they are currently portraying on Broadway. Filming for “The Sandman” season two commenced at Shepperton Studios in the UK in June 2023; however, production was postponed a month later due to SAG-AFTRA strikes. Fortunately, fans’ worries were eased when Neil Gaiman confirmed in November that filming had recommenced again.

In 2022, the first season of “The Sandman” debuted, and due to its remarkable popularity among comic book enthusiasts, the series was subsequently renewed for another season. The anticipation for its comeback has been significant, but as they say, patience is rewarded, and a glance at the cast of “The Sandman” suggests that the wait will be worth it. This show is adapted from Neil Gaiman’s highly praised graphic novel series that spanned from 1989 to 1996. The supernatural fantasy drama follows Morpheus, one of the seven Endless, who was imprisoned for over a century during an occult ritual. Once he manages to break free from his oppressive surroundings, Morpheus embarks on a mission with a resolute purpose to restore order in his domain, known as the Dreaming.

The Sandman Season 2’s Desire Talks About Starring Alongside Dream

The Sandman Season 2 Star Opens up About Playing the Endless Villain

In a chat with WhatsOnStage, Mason Alexander Park shares insights about their dual roles as Desire in Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman and Ariel in William Shakespeare’s The Tempest. They note that these characters share similarities due to their nonhuman nature and anthropomorphic depictions, both embodying a “mystical” and “magical” essence. Park admits to enjoying portraying Desire in The Sandman because of the character’s ability to adapt like a chameleon, and expresses gratitude for getting the chance to star in the popular Netflix series and the acclaimed production of The Tempest, where they share the stage with the renowned actress Sigourney Weaver from the Alien franchise.

In addition, Park spoke highly of their fellow actor, Tom Sturridge, portraying Morpheus (Dream), whom they found extraordinary to act alongside. They mentioned that Sturridge effortlessly facilitated Park’s performance as Desire. Notably, Park, who previously starred in the Netflix adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop”, admitted that they typically avoid watching themselves in their projects. However, they have taken a glance at all the fan-shared clips from “The Sandman” on social media.

The second season of The Sandman is shaping up to be even more thrilling, boasting an array of captivating new elements such as the fiery Norse god portrayed by Laurence O’Fuarain. Unfortunately, Netflix hasn’t disclosed a release date for the eagerly anticipated season, but fans will have to be patient until 2025. This wait is proving to be quite lengthy.

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2024-11-21 01:25