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The Worst Episodes of Shōgun

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Worst episode
S1E1 Part 1
7.9441 votes
Best episode
S1E2 Part 2
8.0393 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.0avg
Binge time
9h 12m
5 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Shōgun Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    7.9/10(441 votes)

    S1:E1

    Set in early 17th-century Japan, shipwrecked English navigator John Blackthorne finds intrigue and culture shock in a feudal society that puts a premium on honor. A rival Lord sentences Blackthorne to death.

    Director:Jerry London
    Writer:Eric Bercovici

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  2. Shōgun Season 1 Episode 5 - Part 5
    8.0/10(345 votes)

    S1:E5

    Treachery, tragedy and turns of events occur. Toronaga becomes SHOGUN after the defeat of Lord Ishido. Mariko is killed in the final battle at Osaka Castle. Heartbroken, but resolute, Blackthorne begins construction of another ship.

    Director:Jerry London
    Writer:Eric Bercovici

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  3. Shōgun Season 1 Episode 4 - Part 4
    8.0/10(355 votes)

    S1:E4

    Anjin-san's assimilation of Japanese ways is evident in his exemplary conduct. Toranaga decides to return the Erasmus to Anjin-san. Mariko tells Father Alvito of a plot to murder a Christian lord on the Council of Regents.

    Director:Jerry London
    Writer:Eric Bercovici

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  4. Shōgun Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    8.0/10(366 votes)

    S1:E3

    Blackthorne and Mariko begin a romance; Toronaga continues to build his army for a battle with Ishido. Anjin-san proves his mettle during an earthquake and is honored by Toranaga for bravery. Mariko's husband Buntaro, arrives in Anjiro.

    Director:Jerry London
    Writer:Eric Bercovici

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  5. Shōgun Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    8.0/10(393 votes)

    S1:E2

    After Lord Toronaga rescues Blackthorn from prison, he enlists him as his aide and names him, 'Anjin-san'. Mariko is directed to tutor Anjin-san in the language and customs of Japan.

    Director:Jerry London
    Writer:Eric Bercovici

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Part 1" is the worst rated episode of Shōgun. It scored 7.9/10 from 441 votes. Directed by Jerry London and written by Eric Bercovici, it aired on September 15, 1980. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Part 5".

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