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Shōgun is a new historical fiction miniseries created by Hulu and FX. The series is based on a 1975 novel by James Clavell. It features a group of European sailors who make land in Japan just as Japan begins to enter a sort of civil war. The recent ruler has died, but his son is far too young to take up the mantle, leaving five lords squabbling for the throne. It's been immensely popular, pulling in nine million viewers in its first week, and has been met with critical acclaim.
While reviews for the final season of this show were mixed, with some loving it, some feeling it could have been worse, and others hating it, it's widely agreed that the seasons leading up to the final one are nothing short of incredible, and worthy of every bit of praise they received. As for the finale, keep an open mind and try not to let the opinions of the internet influence you. If you don't like it, fine, but who knows? You might not hate it.
That aside, the show is grounded in reality as much as Shōgun is, and features a fictional retelling of true events. This one centers on the foundation of the Kingdom of Joseon, which was a realm that encompassed the majority of the Korean peninsula for several centuries in the Middle Ages. The cast of characters is huge, but each one feels unique, and many of them are actual historical figures that did in fact exist.
But it's not just the action that makes it great. It's the stories of love and betrayal, similar to the ones that Shōgun features, that really make it stand out. This show is still running, with more seasons currently being planned, so there's no better time to give it a go than now. Especially if you're into history.
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