‘Shogun’ series is available on OTT, know what is its story, what is so special that it got 4 Emmy Awards

For the last two days, the Shogun web series is being discussed everywhere. This American web series, originally made in Japanese language, has created history in the Emmy Awards 2024. ‘Shogun’ has received 4 ‘Emmy Awards’. It has won the Emmy Awards for Best Outstanding Drama Series, Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series, Best Lead Actress in a Drama Series and Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. But wait, you will be surprised to know that ‘Shogun’ got nominations in 18 out of 25 categories in the 2024 Emmy Awards. Obviously, now you must be wondering what is so special about this series? Especially when only one season of it has been released. The interesting thing is that you can watch this series on OTT from the comfort of your home. ‘Shogun’ won four biggest awards at the Emmy Awards. Based on James Clavell’s 1975 novel, the series tells the story of 17th-century Japan. It is the story of an English sailor named John Blackthorne who becomes a samurai. This American historical drama series is created by Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks.

Trailer for ‘Shogun’

Where to watch Shogun on OTT

The production of this series features mostly Japanese actors. In India, the series is available in English on the OTT platform Disney Plus Hotstar. It stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, Anna Sawai, Tadanobu Asano, Takehiro Hira, Tommy Basto and Fumi Nikaido in lead roles.

The first Japanese language series to receive Emmy Awards

‘Shogun’ is the first Japanese language series to receive the prestigious ‘Emmy Awards’. It is interesting that it was initially planned to be a mini-series. The first two episodes of the first season premiered on Hulu and Fx on February 27, 2024. The series received a lot of praise worldwide. Especially its direction, screenplay, visual effects and actors were highly praised.

What is the story of ‘Shogun’

‘Shogun’ tells the story of two ambitious men from different worlds, John Blackthorne and Lord Toranaga. John is a risk-taking English sailor whose ship sinks in Japan, but he/she somehow survives. Now John is on a land that is unexplored and unknown to him/her. The culture and customs of Japan change his/her life. On the other hand, Lord Toranaga is a sharp and powerful daimyo (lord) who is targeted by his/her dangerous political rivals.

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The story also features Lady Mariko, a woman with a unique skill set but whose family refuses to support her. She must prove her worth and loyalty. Based on Clavell’s novel, Shogun is a historical story in which the character of John Blackthorne is based on the famous English sailor William Adams. he/she became a samurai in Japan under the rule of Tokugawa Ieyasu, a powerful daimyo (lord).

what does shogun mean

In Japan, ‘Shogun’ is the title of a military ruler. From 1185 to 1868, Shoguns were appointed by the Emperor of Japan, who was usually the de facto ruler of the country.