Mar 19, 2024 · In the FX series, Toranaga repays Blackthorne's bravery by making him into Hatamoto. This is a slight deviation from the novel, however, since Toranaga turned Blackthorne into Hatamoto before the...

Apr 23, 2024 · FX’s Shōgun eschews extended sword fights in favor of quick and decisive action. Here’s a look behind the scenes at the series’ action design. And how Hiroyuki Sanada was instrumental

Explore the warlords, priests and samurai all vying for power. Learn about the characters from FX's original series Shōgun.

Blackthorne does not need his swords, so he gives his swords to Toranaga, which is the first bird. But at the same time by giving them to Toranaga, he is giving them a worth, which Mariko had previously declared was nothing.

Mar 14, 2024 · The following article contains spoilers for Shōgun Episode 4, "The Eightfold Fence," which premiered Mar. 12 on FX. One thing FX's Shōgun makes abundantly clear about Japan's feudal era is that having humanity within can be an issue.

Apr 30, 2024 · “SHOGUN” — “Tomorrow is Tomorrow” — Episode 3 (Airs March 5) Pictured: Hiroyuki Sanada as Yoshii Toranaga. CR: Katie Yu/FX In Episode 3, Lord Toranaga flees in disguise in a caravan before they are attacked in the woods.

Apr 2, 2024 · Shōgun proves it can still pull off a masterfully surprising ending with one character's shocking death. With the final trio of episodes looming for FX's epic historical miniseries …

Mar 5, 2024 · Cosmo Jarvis and Hiroyuki Sanada star in the new hit Hulu/FX/Disney+ series Shōgun, which brings to life Japan's violent feudal past in all its terrifying glory.

Feb 26, 2024 · In “Shōgun,” an Update Is a Double-Edged Sword The FX series attempts to tailor its source material—a 1975 novel about an English sailor turned samurai—for modern audiences, but gives ...

Feb 27, 2024 · FX's Shōgun is a fantastic adaptation that beautifully balances political intrigue and riveting action. The cast shines, especially Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai, portraying...