Disney’s latest historical drama “Shogun” unfolds in feudal Japan during the 1600s, just as the Battle of Sekigahara looms on the horizon. Facing imminent danger from his adversaries, Lord Yoshii Toranaga, a formidable military leader of the Sengoku period, encounters James Blackthorne, a British sailor with potentially life-saving information, who washes ashore into his domain.
Toranaga entrusts Mariko, a mysterious noblewoman fluent in English and tied to religious traditions, with the task of translating for Blackthorne, later known as Anjin. Their collaboration sparks a connection as they find themselves entangled in the throes of war and entwined within the intricate political web, ensnared in the power struggles between influential daimyos.
Amidst the turmoil and uncertainty, their paths converge, shaping their intertwined destinies as they navigate the perilous landscape, fraught with danger and political intrigue, striving to survive and assert their influence amidst the tumultuous backdrop of feudal Japan.
Recap
In the 1600s, John Blackthorne’s ship arrived in Japan, leading to his capture and subsequent presentation before Lord Yoshi Toranaga in Osaka. Aware of his precarious political situation and facing the threat of impeachment, Toranaga strategically detained Blackthorne to exploit the unrest his presence would sow among the council leaders, thus stalling his own removal from power.
Despite calls for Blackthorne’s execution by Catholic Lords Ohno and Kiyama, Toranaga intervened, intending to extract valuable information from the Englishman. Toranaga’s plan proved successful as Blackthorne divulged crucial details about Spanish and Portuguese intentions, including their designs on Japan’s sovereignty.
Anticipating further danger to himself and Blackthorne, Toranaga switched chambers with a ship pilot to thwart an assassination attempt orchestrated by the Catholic Lords.
In a shrewd display of wit and Blackthorne’s bravery, Toranaga outmaneuvered the assailant, ultimately discerning the true orchestrator behind the plot, which proved to be one of the Catholic Lords rather than Lord Ishido, as initially suspected.
Shogun Episode 3 Release Date & Time
Episode 3 of Shogun airs on March 4th, 2024, at 10:00 AM for viewers in the US. Viewers can watch it on Disney+ in most regions. Check below for release times in other countries.
- Canada (EST): March 4th, 2024 at 10:00 AM
- Germany (CET): March 4th, 2024 at 4:00 PM
- UK (GMT): March 4th, 2024 at 3:00 PM
- Japan (JST): March 5th, 2024 at 12:00 AM
- Australia (AEST): March 5th, 2024 at 2:00 AM
Shogun Episode 3 Spoilers
As Toranaga finds himself threatened with impeachment, he must resort to cunning strategies to safeguard his position and power. In this precarious situation, the arrival of John Blackthorne, an outsider thrust into the midst of political intrigue, presents both challenges and opportunities for Toranaga’s schemes.
Blackthorne’s unique perspective and skills, honed from his experiences outside Japan, hold the potential to significantly influence Toranaga’s military strategies and decision-making processes. Lady Mariko, torn between her allegiance to Toranaga and her own personal dilemmas, faces difficult choices that could shape the course of events.