The cinematic universe concept has grown from relative obscurity to all-consuming ubiquity over only fifteen years. Every studio wants a chunk of the mountain of cash Marvel made with their comics-inspired crossover multiverse. Most studios have embarrassed themselves by failing to knock off the MCU. Viewers sick of their favorite shows chasing this trend may be dismayed to see The Sandman follow in those footsteps. Thankfully, they've built a universe before.