Shōgun (coming February 27, 2024) is an upcoming historical drama based on the 1975 novel by James Clavell. Shōgun emerges not as a mere remake, but a sinister and radical reimagining that plunges deep into the dark underbelly of a society on the brink. Adapted directly from Clavell’s novel, this sprawling, 10-part historical drama veers away from the comforts of its predecessor, delving into a world of shadowy politics, treacherous alliances, and a society torn apart by its own internal conflicts.
The narrative unfolds with an air of malevolence, revealing a fracturing world where every step is laced with danger. It’s an epic of war, where love is a double-edged sword, faith is tested in the crucible of deceit, and honor is a currency traded in the shadows. As the interloper navigates this web of intrigue, the society he encounters is just as bewildered by his arrival as he is by their sinister ways. In a television landscape filled with ambitious swings and partial misses, FX’s Shōgun stands alone as a dark masterpiece, a chilling exploration of a society teetering on the edge of chaos.”It will premiere on Hulu, Disney+, and FX in the United States; Disney+ and Star+ in Latin America; and Disney+ (via Star) internationally.
