Introduction

Shōgun is an American television miniseries based on the 1975 novel of the same name by James Clavell, who also was the executive producer of the miniseries.

It was first broadcast in the United States on NBC over five nights between 15 and 19 September 1980.

The miniseries is loosely based on the adventures of English navigator William Adams, who journeyed to Japan in 1600 and rose to high rank in the service of the shōgun. The miniseries follows fictional Englishman John Blackthorne’s transforming experiences and political intrigues in feudal Japan in the early 17th century.

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Outline

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 honour. A rival Lord sentences Blackthorne to death.

Shogun Series

You can find a full index and overview of Shogun here.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 15 September 1980.
• Running time: 9 hours 7 minutes (total running time).
• Country: US.
• Language: English.

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