Masamune Shogun Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1987 · NHK · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Masamune Shogun
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Masamune Shogun have?
Masamune Shogun has 1 season and 50 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 4, 1987 to December 13, 1987.
Is Masamune Shogun renewed, ended, or canceled?
Masamune Shogun has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Masamune Shogun?
It takes 37h 30m (2250 minutes) to watch the complete run of Masamune Shogun. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 19 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 37.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 19 days.
Where can you stream or watch Masamune Shogun?
Masamune Shogun is available for streaming on NHK On Demand Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Masamune Shogun?
Masamune Shogun has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Masamune Shogun?
The primary ensemble cast includes Junko Sakurada as 愛姬 (age 68), Tomokazu Miura as 伊達成實 (age 74), Ken Watanabe as 伊達政宗 (age 66), Teruhiko Saigō as 片倉小十郎 (age 75 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Junko Sakurada | 愛姬 | 68 |
| Tomokazu Miura | 伊達成實 | 74 |
| Ken Watanabe | 伊達政宗 | 66 |
| Teruhiko Saigō | 片倉小十郎 | 75 (deceased) |
| Kinya Kitaoji | 伊達輝宗 | 83 |
| Keiko Takeshita | 片倉喜多 | 73 |
| Shima Iwashita | Main Cast | 85 |
| Kanako Higuchi | Kanako Higuchi | 67 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Masamune Shogun are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.