Is Shōgun coming back?
Shōgun (1980–1980) — drama · action · adventure on NBC
About Shōgun
No — Shōgun ended on September 19, 1980, on NBC. The series concluded after its five-episode run in September 1980, and there are no upcoming episodes scheduled.
Shōgun was a drama, action, and adventure series that first aired in 1980. It was based on the novel by James Clavell and depicted the story of an English navigator who becomes embroiled in the political and cultural conflicts of feudal Japan. The show focused on the protagonist's efforts to navigate the complex relationships between Japanese samurai, Portuguese traders, and Jesuit priests, set against the backdrop of power struggles to become the Shōgun.
The cast included Richard Chamberlain as John Blackthorne, Toshirō Mifune as Yoshi Toranaga, and Yoko Shimada as Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko. The series had a rating of 7.8 on TVMaze and each episode ran for approximately 117 minutes. The story was set in 1600 and explored themes of cultural clash, political intrigue, and survival in a foreign land.
Shōgun episode schedule
5 aired
Aired · 5
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| September 19, 1980 | S1·E5 | Episode 5 |
| September 18, 1980 | S1·E4 | Episode 4 |
| September 17, 1980 | S1·E3 | Episode 3 |
| September 16, 1980 | S1·E2 | Episode 2 |
| September 15, 1980 | S1·E1 | Episode 1 |
Shōgun cast
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Richard Chamberlainas John Blackthorne (Anjin-san) -
Toshirō Mifuneas Yoshi Toranaga -
Yoko Shimadaas Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko -
Frankie Sakaias Kasigi Yabu -
John Rhys-Daviesas Vasco Rodrigues -
Yuki Meguroas Omi -
Michael Hordernas Friar Domingo -
Hiromi Sennoas Fujiko -
Nobuo Kanekoas Ishido -
Hideo Takamatsuas Lord Buntaro -
Vladek Sheybalas Captain Ferreira -
Damien Thomasas Father Martin Alvito -
Alan Badelas Father Dell'Aqua -
George Innesas Johann Vinck