Shōgun (2024)

Kernel Score: 91% · 1,647 ratings

Genres: Drama, War & Politics

First aired: 2024-02-27

Seasons: 1 · 10 episodes

Where to watch Shōgun

Stream: Disney+, Hulu

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

In Japan in the year 1600, at the dawn of a century-defining civil war, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village.

Shōgun parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that Shogun is a TV-MA historical war drama set during a Japanese civil war, involving political intrigue and violence.

Violence & scariness: Strong — Depicts civil war, political betrayal, and conflict typical of a feudal Japan power struggle.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

Hiroyuki Sanada as Yoshii Toranaga
Cosmo Jarvis as John Blackthorne
Anna Sawai as Toda Mariko
Tadanobu Asano as Kashigi Yabushige
Takehiro Hira as Ishido Kazunari
Tommy Bastow as Father Martin Alvito
Fumi Nikaido as Ochiba No Kata / Ruri

Shōgun FAQ

Is Shōgun good?

Shōgun has a 91% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,647 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Shōgun?

In the US you can stream Shōgun on Disney+ and Hulu.

Is Shōgun OK for kids?

Shōgun is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Shogun is a TV-MA historical war drama set during a Japanese civil war, involving political intrigue and violence.

What shows are like Shōgun?

If you liked Shōgun, try Band of Brothers, Shōgun, The Terminal List and The Pacific.