Shōgun (1980)
Kernel Score: 86% · 227 ratings
Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama, War & Politics
First aired: 1980-09-15
Seasons: 1 · 5 episodes
Where to watch Shōgun
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An English navigator becomes both a player and pawn in complex political games in feudal Japan.
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Cast
- Richard Chamberlain as Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san
- Toshirō Mifune as Lord Yoshi Toranaga
- Yoko Shimada as Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko
- John Rhys-Davies as Vasco Rodrigues
- Damien Thomas as Father Alvito
- Frankie Sakai as Yabu
- Yūki Meguro as Omi
- Hiromi Senno as Fujiko
- Alan Badel as Father Dell'Aqua
- Miiko Taka as Kiri
Shōgun FAQ
Is Shōgun good?
Shōgun has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 227 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Shōgun?
In the US you can buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
What is Shōgun rated?
Shōgun is rated TV-14.
What shows are like Shōgun?
If you liked Shōgun, try Shōgun, Foyle's War, I, Claudius and Versailles.