In today’s episode of Bingeworthy, our TV and streaming podcast host Mike DeAngelo attempts to sail through murky waters when discussing “Shogun.” The FX/Hulu series is based on the beloved book of the same name and is set in 17th-century Japan. It follows multiple characters in a struggle for power & freedom after a British vessel is found marooned in a small fishing village, leading to political unrest and potential war. The show stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, Anna Sawai, and more.
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Joining Bingeworthy to discuss the gorgeous and immersive ten-episode mini-series is one of the stars and producers, actor Hiroyuki Sanada (“John Wick 4,” “Mortal Kombat”), along with showrunners Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo. During the chat, Kondo and Marks discussed why they felt the beloved novel and miniseries needed a modern reimagining.
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