The new series Dead Boy Detectives, set in the Sandman universe, is now streaming on Netflix and follows the ghosts of two boys, Charles and Edwin, as they solve supernatural mysteries with the help of psychic Crystal and her neighbor Niko. Showrunners Steve Yockey and Beth Schwartz focused on honoring the mystery-horror tone of the comics while delving into the unique friendship between the two ghostly protagonists.
The cast of Dead Boy Detectives includes George Rexstrew as Edwin Payne, a student who died in 1916 at St. Hilarion’s boarding school, and Jayden Revri as Charles Rowland, who met his death in 1989. Kassius Nelson plays Crystal Palace, a psychic medium saved by Edwin and Charles, while David Iacono portrays David The Demon, haunting Crystal as her ex-boyfriend. Yuyu Kitamura plays Niko Sasaki, a new character who helps the detectives following her own supernatural experience.
Other cast members include Briana Cuoco as Jenny Green, Jenn Lyon as witch Esther Finch, Ruth Connell as Night Nurse, Michael Beach as Tragic Mick, Lukas Gage as Cat King, and Joshua Colley as Monty. Each character brings a unique element to the series, with Esther’s immortality and Night Nurse’s role in Death’s bureaucracy adding depth to the story.
Viewers may recognize the actors from previous projects such as Disney Channel’s The Lodge, Hollyoaks, A Series of Unfortunate Events, and The Summer I Turned Pretty. With a mix of new talent and experienced actors, the Dead Boy Detectives cast brings the supernatural world to life on screen.
As the Dead Boy Detectives uncover mysteries and battle supernatural forces, the series promises to deliver a mix of suspense, horror, and drama. With a diverse cast of characters and a captivating storyline, fans of The Sandman universe are in for a thrilling experience. Catch all the action in Dead Boy Detectives, now available for streaming on Netflix.
