FX’s highly anticipated limited series “Shōgun” has taken the world by storm with its debut, drawing in a whopping 9 million views globally within the first six days of its premiere. The 10-episode series has quickly become a fan favorite, exceeding expectations and surpassing other top shows in viewership numbers.
The success of “Shōgun” has not gone unnoticed, as it has become the number one scripted series premiere globally for Disney General Entertainment, beating out popular shows like “The Kardashians” Season 1. The series has also claimed the title of the number one premiere of an FX series on Hulu in the U.S., surpassing “The Bear” Season 2.
Viewership for “Shōgun” continues to grow, with audiences tuning in on Hulu through Disney+. The series, based on the James Clavell novel, was a passion project for FX chief John Landgraf and has received widespread acclaim from both viewers and critics. The series boasts an impressive 99% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
“Shōgun” was created for television by Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks, with Marks serving as showrunner and executive producer. The star-studded cast includes Cosmo Jarvis as John Blackthorne, Hiroyuki Sanada as Lord Yoshii Toranaga, and other talented actors such as Anna Sawai and Tadanobu Asano.
With its captivating storyline and stellar performances, “Shōgun” has solidified its place as a must-watch series, captivating audiences worldwide and setting a new standard for television excellence.
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