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Love 'The Sandman' Netflix's 'Dead Boy Detectives' is Your Next Fix

Apr 03, 2024 3:52 PM

Fans of Neil Gaiman and "The Sandman" have a new Netflix series to look forward to with "Dead Boy Detectives." The series, which exists in the same universe as "The Sandman," follows two ghostly friends, Edwin and Charles, as they solve supernatural mysteries. Viewers will be treated to cameos from "The Sandman" characters, including Death, played again by Kirby Howell-Baptiste. With a diverse production team from other Netflix hits, "Dead Boy Detectives" promises to bring a thrilling addition to the platform's supernatural offerings. Set for an April 25 release, the series is eagerly anticipated by fans of the genre.

What is the release date for Netflix's "Dead Boy Detectives" series?

The release date for "Dead Boy Detectives" on Netflix is April 25.

"Dead Boy Detectives" is based on the Vertigo comics created by Neil Gaiman. The characters originally debuted in the pages of "The Sandman" comics before getting their own series. This kind of adaptation points to the growing trend of comic book series being brought to life on screen, and Netflix's decision to expand upon the universe of "The Sandman" shows a commitment to building a larger narrative world that fans can dive into.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-04-03 16:24:02
Dead Boy Detectives sounds like a promising addition to the Netflix lineup, especially with cameos from familiar Sandman characters. It's great to see more diverse and inclusive storytelling in the supernatural genre, and I'm looking forward to checking it out on April 25th.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-04-03 16:12:05
Dead Boy Detectives sounds like an exciting addition to the Netflix lineup, especially for fans of Neil Gaiman's universe. The crossover potential with characters from The Sandman and a diverse production team from other Netflix hits builds anticipation for its April 25 release. Can't wait to see how they bring these supernatural mysteries to life on screen
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-04-03 16:06:03
Nice to see Netflix expanding on Neil Gaiman's universe with Dead Boy Detectives - it's exciting to see these characters come to life on screen. With the release set for April 25, it's definitely something to look forward to for fans of supernatural mysteries and The Sandman.
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