Shōgun season 2’s writing gets a positive update from creators Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks after its Golden Globe wins. While the end of Shōgun season 1 finished adapting James Clavell’s 1975 novel, its massive success on Hulu and FX prompted the development of season 2, continuing the story from where the season 1 finale left off. Its success continued at the Golden Globes, winning four awards for Best Television Series, Best Actor (Hiroyuki Sanada), and Best Actress (Anna Sawai) in the Drama category, alongside Best Supporting Actor (Tadanobu Asano) in Series, Miniseries or Television Film.

While speaking during a Golden Globes press conference, where ScreenRant was in attendance, Kondo and Marks offered a positive update on Shōgun season 2’s writing. The creators confirmed the writing team is hard at work crafting the follow-up to the series, with just six weeks left before the scripts are complete. They affirm how much they want to deliver a worthwhile sequel, while teasing their excitement for what’s next. Check out what Kondo and Marks had to say below:

Rachel Kondo: Season 2 — it’s ongoing. We’re still trying. We haven’t given up. And… what can I say? I’m not sure what I can say.

Justin Marks: We’re about six weeks until the end of the writers’ room.

Rachel Kondo: And we hope you’ll like it.

What Kondo & Marks’ Writing Update Means For Shōgun Season 2

The Follow-Up Is Aiming To Be Just As Memorable As Season 1

Out of everyone in the cast of Shōgun, it has only been confirmed that Sanada will be reprising his role as Lord Toranaga, with no details yet about what the story will entail. Clavell had written five books in his Asian Saga, but the show is the only one to take place in feudal Japan. This implies season 2 will be an original story picking up where the book ended, if the show’s protagonist is expected to continue having a major role. However, he could also be incorporated into flashbacks in other book adaptations.

While the upcoming story is shrouded in mystery, Kondo and Marks’ update indicates the hard work going into Shōgun season 2, confirming it’s going to happen sooner rather than later. But, with the show winning every Golden Globe it was nominated for, alongside four Emmys back in September, it’s clear the creators want to ensure the follow-up continues to present an engaging story. Even if Clavell’s books aren’t used, the same tone and identity are clearly being aimed for, based on how much they want season 2 to maintain the quality of season 1.

Our Take On Shōgun Season 2’s Writing Update

A Strong Sign The Show Will Come Back Soon

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With the writers’ room finishing season 2’s scripts in just six weeks, it seems like the historical epic could be coming back much sooner than expected. While it’s unlikely to arrive before 2026, since filming is probably still a few months away at best, the show’s current production schedule means it could become bi-yearly, like many other high-profile TV series on various streaming services. With Shōgun‘s creators promising a worthwhile continuation, their statement adds even more hype to seeing where Toranaga’s story goes after the original ending.