WATCH: New 'The Sandman' trailer reveals Dream, Desire and Death ... and premiere date

The Sandman, Netflix's highly anticipated adaptation of the critically-acclaimed fantasy comic book series, will premiere August 5. – Photo: Netflix

The Sandman, Netflix's highly anticipated adaptation of the critically-acclaimed fantasy comic book series, will premiere August 5.

The news was announced out of a Netflix Geeked Week panel that featured the cast and producers of the series and was moderated by Felicia Day. In addition to the date announcement, the panel also unveiled a new teaser for the upcoming series.