Will There Be a Shogun Season 2? Shogun Season 2 Release Date

Will There Be a Shogun Season 2?

Yes, Shogun will have two more seasons. FX, Hulu, and the Estate of James Clavell announced this on May 16. They are already working together to continue the series, with key people like the co-creators, producers, and star Hiroyuki Sanada returning. Even though production has not started yet, a writers' room will begin working soon.

Sanada, who plays Lord Toranaga, signed a deal to return before the official announcement. The series had a successful first season, which motivated FX to move ahead with season 2. However, the crew still has to finalize some details before everything is confirmed​. (Source: Elle)

Shogun Season 2 Release Date

We do not know when Shōgun season 2 will come out. The people in charge, Marks and Kondo, started working on the new season in December 2023. They are still thinking of ideas and writing the story. They might bring back some of the actors from the first season, but we have to wait to see who will return. (Source: People)

At this moment, there is no trailer for season 2 of Shōgun. Fans are excited, but we need to be patient because the team is still in the process of creating the show. We will hear about it as soon as they have more information, like a release date or a trailer. For now, all we can do is wait and look forward to what they create next.

Where to Watch Shogun?

All ten episodes of Shōgun are available only on Hotstar and Hulu. To watch, you need a Hulu and Hotstar subscription. If you’re new to Hulu, you can start with a 30-day free trial. After that, you’ll need to choose a monthly or annual plan.

What to Expect in Season 2?

Co-creator Marks said that Season 2 of Shōgun will be darker than the first season. He mentioned exploring deeper and more mysterious parts of history, with a focus on conspiracy theories and hidden truths. Marks hinted that the second season will have a darker tone and delve into these intriguing aspects of history.

Season 2 might show the real-life Japanese leader Tokugawa Ieyasu’s rise to power and the start of the Edo period. It could also focus on Blackthorne’s story, which is inspired by the real advisor William Adams. However, since Season 1 showed Blackthorne’s future, it’s uncertain how closely the show will follow Adams’ true life.

How Many Seasons Will Shogun Have?

Shōgun is planned to have three seasons. It was originally meant to be a limited series, but because the first season was so successful, two more seasons were approved. At the moment, there are no plans for a fourth season.

Marks mentioned in an interview that the third season will wrap up the story. They have a clear idea of how it will start and end, and who will be part of it. Right now, they are focusing on making sure Season 2 leads up to that ending properly.

Shogun

Shōgun is an American TV show created by Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks. It’s based on the 1975 novel by James Clavell and was also made into a miniseries in 1980. The show features actors like Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, and Anna Sawai. Most of the cast is Japanese, and the show is mostly in Japanese.