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Shōgun

A nation of violence, Samurai warriors ... and forbidden love.

1980 ★ 7.6 1 season 5 eps TV-MA

Action & Adventure

Drama

War & Politics

An English navigator becomes both a player and pawn in complex political games in feudal Japan.

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Shōgun is available to stream on Nabby via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The action & adventure from James Clavell has 1 season and 5 total episodes, rated 7.6/10 by 250 viewers.

Last verified: October 17, 2026 · Source: TMDB

Episodes 5 total across 1 season

5 episodes19803 watched

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sep 19, 1980★ 6.2

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.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Shōgun have?

Shōgun has 1 season with 5 episodes in total.

Is Shōgun still on the air?

Shōgun has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Shōgun?

Shōgun airs on NBC.

When did Shōgun first air?

Shōgun first aired on September 15, 1980.

Cast

Richard Chamberlain

Richard Chamberlain

Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san

Toshirō Mifune

Toshirō Mifune

Lord Yoshi Toranaga

Yoko Shimada

Yoko Shimada

Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko

John Rhys-Davies

John Rhys-Davies

Vasco Rodrigues

Damien Thomas

Damien Thomas

Father Alvito

Frankie Sakai

Frankie Sakai

Yabu

Yūki Meguro

Yūki Meguro

Omi

Hiromi Senno

Hiromi Senno

Fujiko

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