Shōgun Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1980 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Shōgun
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Shōgun have?
Shōgun has 1 season and 5 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 15, 1980 to September 19, 1980.
Is Shōgun renewed, ended, or canceled?
Shōgun has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Shōgun?
It takes 9h 12m (552 minutes) to watch the complete run of Shōgun. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 5 days. Yes! At 9.2 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 4.6 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Shōgun?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Part 1"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7/10 based on 10 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Shōgun?
Shōgun is available for streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Shōgun?
Shōgun has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Shōgun?
The primary ensemble cast includes Richard Chamberlain as Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san (age 90 (deceased)), Toshirō Mifune as Lord Yoshi Toranaga (age 77 (deceased)), Yoko Shimada as Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko (age 69 (deceased)), John Rhys-Davies as Vasco Rodrigues (age 82).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Chamberlain | Pilot-Major John Blackthorne / Anjin-san | 90 (deceased) |
| Toshirō Mifune | Lord Yoshi Toranaga | 77 (deceased) |
| Yoko Shimada | Lady Toda Buntaro - Mariko | 69 (deceased) |
| John Rhys-Davies | Vasco Rodrigues | 82 |
| Damien Thomas | Father Alvito | 83 (deceased) |
| Frankie Sakai | Yabu | 67 (deceased) |
| Yūki Meguro | Omi | 79 |
| Hiromi Senno | Fujiko | 70 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Shōgun are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.