Yahoo Lifestyle Record-Breaking Emmy Winner 'Shogun' Nets Season 2 Renewal
Shogun has wrapped up its first season on FX and Hulu, bringing the epic novel by James Clavell to life. Due to the popularity of the show and the critical success, it was quickly renewed for a Season 2. The show has already assembled a writer's room, but it has yet to be confirmed if the show will stay in the same universe as the novel or if they expand to use other material from Clavell's books.
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The show currently holds a 91% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and scooped up 18 Emmys, the most for a single season of television in the Academy's history. Therefore, it was a no-brainer for FX to schedule a return to screen for the Japanese-language drama. Here's everything to know about Shogun Season 2
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Has Shogun been renewed for Season 2?
Yes, the show was renewed for two additional seasons in May 2024, according to Deadline.
When will Shogun Season 2 premiere?
Shogun Season 2 has not yet begun production. The show still seems to be working on writing the material, meaning we are likely at least a year or two away from returning.
Who will be in Season 2 of Shogun?
None of the cast has been confirmed to return. If you've watched Season 1 of Shogun, you will know that it's not easy to say who is likely to return. It will likely depend on what material the show chooses to adapt. Here is who might return for Season 2.
Hiroyuki Sanada as Yoshii Toranaga
Cosmo Jarvis as John Blackthorne
Takehiro Hira as Ishido Kazunari
Tommy Bastow as Father Martin Alvito
Néstor Carbonell as Vasco Rodrigues
Hiroto Kanai as Kashigi Omi
What we do know is that Anna Sawai and Tadanobu Asano are not likely to return to their characters' Season 1 endings.
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How many episodes will there be in Shogun Season 2?
So far, there has been no confirmation of the number of episodes for next season. Here's hoping we get at least 10 episodes like the first season.
How to watch Shogun
Shogun Season 1 is currently available to watch on Hulu.
What is Shogun?
Shogun is an FX series based on James Clavell’s classic novel, set in 17th-century Japan. It follows English sailor John Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis), who becomes entangled in a power struggle between ambitious samurai warlord Yoshii Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada) and his political rivals, all while developing a relationship with his translator Toda Mariko (Anna Sawai). The story explores cultural clashes, loyalty, and survival in a turbulent era.
Will Shogun Season 2 be based on a book?
Yes, the show will be adapted from material written by James Clavell. However, there has been no confirmation as to what specific material will be used.
