Cosmo Jarvis Confirmed for Shogun Season 2, Set a Decade Later

The critically acclaimed series *Shōgun*, a recipient of 18 Emmy Awards and 4 Golden Globes, is set to return for an eagerly anticipated second season. Cosmo Jarvis, who captivated audiences as the pilot John Blackthorn, will reprise his role and also step into the position of co-executive producer, as confirmed by an official press release from FX.

Hiroyuki Sanada, the lead actor who portrayed Lord Yoshii Toranaga, signed on for Season 2 last May following the show's renewal, despite its initial classification as a limited series. Sanada has been elevated to the role of executive producer after contributing to the production of the first season. Production for the second season is scheduled to commence in January 2026 in Vancouver, where the original series was filmed.

FX has described the upcoming season as "a wholly original new chapter to the first season," which was an adaptation of James Clavell's novel. The network provided insights into the narrative bridge between the two seasons:

"In the first season, Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Sanada) fought for his survival against the united front of his enemies in the Council of Regents. The discovery of a mysterious European ship in a nearby village led to a pivotal alliance with its English pilot, John Blackthorne (Jarvis). Blackthorne's strategic insights shifted the balance of power in Toranaga's favor, culminating in his victory in a defining civil war.

"The second season, set a decade later, will delve deeper into the historically-inspired saga of these two men from vastly different worlds, whose destinies are forever intertwined."

Fans of the series are hopeful that new episodes will grace their screens by the end of 2026, but until then, anticipation and excitement continue to build.