Shōgun_
"A nation of violence, Samurai warriors ... and forbidden love."
An English navigator becomes both a player and pawn in complex political games in feudal Japan.
Created By
James Clavell
Network
NBC
Episodes
5
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Shōgun has 1 season with 5 episodes spanning 1980.
Cast
Richard Chamberlain →
Richard Chamberlain stars as Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san in Shōgun.
Richard Chamberlain →
Rating
With a 7.6/10 rating from 225 votes, Shōgun is considered highly rated.
Year context
Shōgun first aired 46 years ago in 1980.
CAST (20)
Richard Chamberlain
Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san
Toshirō Mifune
Lord Yoshi Toranaga
Yoko Shimada
Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko
John Rhys-Davies
Vasco Rodrigues
Damien Thomas
Father Alvito
Frankie Sakai
Yabu
Yūki Meguro
Omi
Hiromi Senno
Fujiko
Alan Badel
Father Dell'Aqua
Miiko Taka
Kiri
Vladek Sheybal
Captain Ferriera
Nobuo Kaneko
Ishido
Hideo Takamatsu
Lord Buntarō
Michael Hordern
Friar Domingo
George Innes
Johann Vinck
Leon Lissek
Father Sebastio
Takeshi Ōbayashi
Urano
HH
Hiroshi Hasegawa
Galley Captain
AS
Akira Sera
Old Gardener
AS
Atsuko Sano
Lady Ochiba
SEASONS (1 season, 5 episodes)
SEASON 1Miniseries
01
Part 1
Set in early 17th-century Japan, shipwrecked English navigator John Blackthorne finds intrigue and culture shock in a feudal society that puts a premium on honor.…
02
Part 2
After Lord Toronaga rescues Blackthorn from prison, he enlists him as his aide and names him, 'Anjin-san'. Mariko is directed to tutor Anjin-san in the…
03
Part 3
Blackthorne and Mariko begin a romance; Toronaga continues to build his army for a battle with Ishido. Anjin-san proves his mettle during an earthquake and…
04
Part 4
Anjin-san's assimilation of Japanese ways is evident in his exemplary conduct. Toranaga decides to return the Erasmus to Anjin-san. Mariko tells Father Alvito of a…
05
Part 5
Treachery, tragedy and turns of events occur. Toronaga becomes SHOGUN after the defeat of Lord Ishido. Mariko is killed in the final battle at Osaka…
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
5
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
James Clavell
NETWORKS (1)
NBC
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Shōgun about?
An English navigator becomes both a player and pawn in complex political games in feudal Japan.
Where can I watch Shōgun?
Shōgun is available on Oldflix, VI movies and tv. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Shōgun have?
Shōgun has 1 season with 5 episodes total.
Who created Shōgun?
Shōgun was created by James Clavell.
Who stars in Shōgun?
The cast of Shōgun includes Richard Chamberlain, Toshirō Mifune, Yoko Shimada, John Rhys-Davies, Damien Thomas.
What is the rating of Shōgun?
Shōgun has a rating of 7.6 out of 10 based on 225 votes on TMDB.
Is Shōgun still running?
Shōgun has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (3)
Action & Adventure
Drama
War & Politics
