The critically acclaimed series Shōgun, which swept 18 Emmy Awards and 4 Golden Globes, is gearing up for an eagerly anticipated second season. Cosmo Jarvis, renowned for his portrayal of pilot John Blackthorn, has confirmed his return to the role and will also take on the responsibilities of a co-executive producer, as announced in an official press release from FX.

Joining him is lead actor Hiroyuki Sanada, who committed to Season 2 back in May after the show's renewal, despite its initial classification as a limited series. Sanada has been elevated to the position of executive producer following his involvement in the first season's production. Production for the new season is slated to commence in Vancouver, the original filming location, in January 2026.

"In the first season, Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Sanada) battled for his life as his adversaries within the Council of Regents banded together against him. The arrival of a mysterious European ship in a nearby village introduced English pilot John Blackthorne (Jarvis), who shared crucial strategic intelligence with Toranaga, shifting the balance of power in his favor and paving the way to victory in a pivotal civil war.

"Season two of Shōgun is set a decade after the events of the first season and will delve deeper into the historically-inspired saga of these two men from vastly different worlds, whose destinies remain interwoven."

Fans can only hope and wait for new episodes to grace our screens by the end of 2026, promising to continue the gripping tale that has captivated audiences worldwide.