Shōgun at Emmys 2024: Every Major Category That FX’s Show of the Year is Eyeing to Win in Historic Record
- 'Shōgun' leads with 25 Emmy nominations and 14 Creative Arts Emmy wins.
- Now, it is setting its sights on major categories in the Primetime Emmy Awards.
- The FX show excels in the Supporting Actor, Writing, and Directing categories.
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards are just around the corner, and if you’re a fan of groundbreaking television, you won’t want to miss it. This year, FX’s epic drama Shōgun is making waves like a samurai sword slicing through the air.
With a staggering 25 nominations and a record 14 Creative Emmy wins, Shōgun is setting the stage for a historic night. As the show gears up to battle it out for top honors, it seems like the stars have aligned for FX’s period piece set in the tumultuous 17th-century Japan.
But what exactly makes Shōgun a top contender? Is it the blood-pumping action, the exquisite visuals, or the unforgettable performances by its star-studded cast? From the suspense-filled drama to the stunning scenes, Shōgun has really impressed both critics and viewers. Let’s see which major Emmy awards it’s hoping to win!
Shōgun Eyes Major Emmy Awards for Potential Wins
Shōgun is based on the 1975 novel by James Clavell and dives into the life of Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada), a real Japanese leader who helped reunify Japan in the 1600s. The show follows the story of an English sailor who gets shipwrecked and has to figure out how to survive and fit into a new land and culture.
We know that Shōgun made waves by being the first Japanese-language series to snag a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Drama Series. It’s also one of the rare non-English shows to get such a nod—pretty awesome!
But this isn’t the only major category for the show. There are other categories as well where Shōgun is aiming to win at the upcoming Emmys! Check them out here:
- Lead Actor in a Drama Series – Hiroyuki Sanada
- Lead Actress in Drama series – Anna Sawai
- Outstanding Writing For A Drama Series
- Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series
- Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music
- Outstanding Cinematography For A Series (One Hour)
- Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series
Shōgun is tipped to score big at the Emmy Awards this Sunday night. The ceremony, which will have a nostalgic vibe and celebrate TV’s history, might just make it a night to remember for the show!
Shōgun is Confirmed for Seasons 2 and 3
After the smashing success of Shōgun, everyone’s wondering: will we see a Season 2? So, what’s the scoop on the upcoming seasons? According to The Hollywood Reporter, the good news is that a second and third season are officially on the way.
The creators, Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo, are already on the case. Kondo admitted that they’re in “creative chaos,” trying to figure out what happens next since Season 1 covered the whole book. As he told the outlet:
It’s been exciting and nerve-wracking because, obviously, this is uncharted territory. We don’t have a roadmap, we just have history.
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards are set to air this Sunday at 8 p.m. EDT on ABC. If you miss the live show, don’t worry—you can catch all the action on Hulu the next day!
Shōgun is available to watch on Disney+.
