Sandman

1. Desire, one of the Endless and Dream's sibling, is explicitly non-binary and referred to with 'they/them' pronouns, serving as a central, manipulative character in the series. The character is portrayed by openly non-binary actor Mason Alexander Park. 2. The series showcases multiple explicit same-sex relationships; for instance, Alex Burgess and his long-term partner Paul are a visible gay couple, and the bisexual Johanna Constantine is shown with her ex-girlfriend Rachel. Episode 5, '24/7,' further expands on this with multiple queer romances among the diner patrons, including Bette Munroe (lesbian) and Marsh Janowski (gay).

1. Episode 5, '24/7,' depicts explicit and psychologically disturbing violence, where John Dee's ruby forces diner patrons into horrific acts, including a character stabbing their own eyes out with a utensil and others physically mutilating each other. 2. The Corinthian, a rogue nightmare, is a charming yet sadistic serial killer whose activities are central to a significant plotline, culminating in a 'cereal convention' (serial killer convention) where killers discuss their gruesome methods, with depictions of violence like bodies exploding from the inside out and dismemberment.

1. The series includes 'somewhat racy sex scenes' and implied sexual encounters, notably in Episode 5, '24/7,' where characters, stripped of their inhibitions, engage in sexual acts, though full explicit details are often obscured or implied. 2. Nudity is present, such as Dream appearing fully naked in his captivity at the beginning of the series, though camera angles are used to avoid showing explicit genitalia. There are also scenes of characters partially unclothed in bed, indicating post-coital situations.

1. The dialogue includes a significant amount of strong language, with words such as 'f*ck,' 'sh*t,' 'c*nt,' 'd*mn,' and 'hell' used repeatedly by various characters in both intense and casual contexts. 2. Instances of profanity are spread throughout the episodes, indicating that strong language is a regular part of the character's lexicon, rather than isolated incidents. For example, a Reddit discussion mentions a line from the comic, 'God is a c##t,' indicating the source material's edgy language, which the show's profanity reflects.

1. The entire premise begins with Dream's century-long imprisonment, orchestrated through an elaborate occult ritual by Roderick Burgess. This ritual involves summoning and binding a powerful entity for personal gain. 2. Characters like Johanna Constantine are occult detectives who regularly perform spells, confront demons, and engage in mystical practices. Dream himself, as an Endless, wields immense magical power, navigating realms like Hell and interacting with figures like Lucifer Morningstar.

1. The character of The Corinthian, a nightmare with mouths/teeth for eyes, is inherently frightening and serves as a terrifying antagonist. His presence and actions, including his role as a serial killer, contribute significantly to the show's horror elements. 2. Episode 5, '24/7,' is particularly intense, featuring psychological torment and escalating violence within a diner as John Dee's ruby manipulates people's perceptions and behaviors, leading to a breakdown of civility and horrific outcomes.