Miniseries

Shōgun

5 Episodes ★ 6.4 Premiered September 15, 1980

Season Overview

John Blackthorne, an English ship pilot, whose vessel wrecked upon the Japanese coast in the early 17th century is forced to deal with the two most powerful men in Japan in these days. He is thrown in the midst of a war between Toranaga and Ishido, who struggle for the title of Shogun which will give ultimate power to the one who possesses it.

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Episodes

Part 1
EP 1

Part 1

Sep 15, 1980

★ 7.0

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. A rival Lord sentences Blackthorne to death.

View Details 144 MIN
Part 2
EP 2

Part 2

Sep 16, 1980

★ 6.1

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 language and customs of Japan.

View Details 91 MIN
Part 3
EP 3

Part 3

Sep 17, 1980

★ 6.2

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 is honored by Toranaga for bravery. Mariko's husband Buntaro, arrives in Anjiro.

View Details 90 MIN
Part 4
EP 4

Part 4

Sep 18, 1980

★ 6.2

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 plot to murder a Christian lord on the Council of Regents.

View Details 88 MIN
Part 5
EP 5

Part 5

Sep 19, 1980

★ 6.3

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 Castle. Heartbroken, but resolute, Blackthorne begins construction of another ship.

View Details 139 MIN