Shōgun (2024)
A marooned European ship ignites a lord's fight for survival amidst the gritty, intimate politics of feudal Japan.
In Japan in the year 1600, at the dawn of a century-defining civil war, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village.
How intense is Shōgun?
Shōgun has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated TV-MA.
What Shōgun feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulepicatmosphericintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Shōgun
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 16, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Shōgun for you?
Is Shōgun scary?
No. Shōgun is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Shōgun gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Shōgun sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Shōgun OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
Where can I stream Shōgun?
Shōgun is streaming on Hulu.
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