The Sandman (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2007, The Sandman is a mystery film directed by Rich Ragsdale, running about 5 minutes.
What it’s about. A re-telling of ETA Hoffman's "The Sandman" as an exposition of how it inspired Freud's theory of "The Uncanny". Created in the style of early German Expressionist cinema (complete with visual references to Metropolis and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari) using both digital video and 35mm still photography, and combines live action with stop motion animation.
Who’s in it. The Sandman stars Edan Gillen as Nathanael, Thomy Kessler as Sandman and Laura Nunez as Olympia.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Sandman has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sandman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sandman tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sandman (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sandman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sandman worth watching?
- The Sandman holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Sandman?
- The Sandman stars Edan Gillen, Thomy Kessler and Laura Nunez.
- When was The Sandman released?
- The Sandman was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 5 minutes.