“Shōgun” is an enthralling historical drama set in 17th-century Japan.
The series excels in political intrigue and character development, creating a compelling narrative with shocking twists. While inspired by real events, “Shōgun” is a fictional take on the early 17th-century power struggle that led to the founding of the Tokugawa Shōgunate.
Author James Clavell changed historical characters’ names, allowing him to blend history, fantasy, and fiction seamlessly and the British character John Blackthorne represents a fascinating blend of cultures in this Japanese war epic.