The first two episodes of Shogun are available on Disney+. Critics and viewers are full of praise for the series. It’s already being named one of the best television experiences of 2024.
The impressive story of ‘Shogun’, the new Disney+ Original series that brings historical Japan of the seventeenth century to life, is generating the necessary buzz. Written by Justin Marks, known for the recent blockbuster ‘Top Gun: Maverick’, and based on the book of the same name by James Clavell, Shogun has set the bar high.
‘Shogun’ comes out really well
The series tells the story of John Blackthorne, an English sailor who ends up in seventeenth-century Japan. Blackthorne is captured, but manages to escape and is subsequently absorbed into the Japanese culture and military world. Trained to become a samurai, he becomes entangled in the political intrigues and wars of the era, struggling with his loyalties between his own country and the country that now considers him one of their own.
The series has an all-star cast, with Hiroyuki Sanada starring as John Blackthorne. Sanada is a celebrated Japanese actor, known for his roles in several Hollywood films, including ‘The Last Samurai’ and ‘The Wolverine’. The series is also supported by an impressive cast of Japanese actors, including Koji Yakusho, who plays the role of the powerful Shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu.
High production value
In addition to the excellent acting, the high production values of ‘Shogun’ are praised. Filmed on location in Japan, the series uses spectacular sets and costumes to immerse viewers in the historical setting. The battle scenes are impressive and realistic, with a combination of practical effects and CGI.
With the release of the first two episodes of ‘Shogun’ on Disney+, the series appears to have the potential to become an audience favorite and leave a lasting impression on the world of television and entertainment. It’s a must-see for fans of historical dramas and epic stories.
