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Shōgun

1980Show1 season5 episodesTV-14

Action & AdventureDrama
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Rotten Tomatoes79%91%

A nostalgic, moving drama series about history and politics, with standout score and world-building.

Good for friends night · binge-friendly · thought-provoking

Skip it if you want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs or comfort.

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Episodes

1 season · 5 episodes · best: S1E2 "Episode #1.2" 8.0

Episodes

8.0

Story

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.

Feels like

  • Epic Historical Drama
  • Feudal Japan Setting
  • Political Intrigue
  • Cultural Clash
  • Classic Miniseries
  • Immersive World-Building
  • Tragic Romance
  • Stirring Orchestral Score
  • Character-Driven Narrative

Cast

24 of 33 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Jerry London
Written by
James Clavell, Eric Bercovici
Produced by
Eric Bercovici
Music by
Maurice Jarre

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

September 15, 1980 · September 19, 1980 · Ended

First aired
September 15, 1980
Last aired
September 19, 1980
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 5 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Content
Violence, Nudity, Sexual Content
Genres
Action & Adventure, Drama, War & Politics
Original language
English
Also spoken
Japanese
Made in
Hong Kong SAR China, Japan, United States
Available in
51 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Shōgun?"

Questions about Shōgun

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Shōgun?

PrimeRetroCrush

In the United States, Shōgun streams on Prime and RetroCrush. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 43 other countries.

Is Shōgun worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 8.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 79%).

Is Shōgun okay for kids?

TV-14ViolenceNuditySexual content

Better for older viewers: it's rated TV-14 in the United States for violence, nudity, and sexual content, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Is Shōgun good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.