It was a record-breaking night for Shogun at the 2024 Emmys . After sweeping 18 categories, the FX series —which premiered in February—made history by having the most wins of any show in just one season. It’s also the first non-English program to win Outstanding Drama Series ( see the full list of winners here ).
While Shogun had already secured its highest count record by Emmys night after earning 14 trophies at the Sept. 7 and 8 Creative Arts Emmys, it grew its lead a week later with four more awards. Not only was the show named Outstanding Drama Series, but Frederick E.
O. Toye also received the Outstanding Directing prize in the category. In addition, Hiroyuki Sanada —who plays warlord Yoshii Toranaga in the drama set in 1600 Japan—took home the lead actor honor.
“It was an east-meets-west dream project with respect,” he told the audience during his acceptance speech, “and Shogun taught me that when people work together, we can make miracle. We can create a better future together.” Anna Sawai , who portrays noblewoman and translator Lady Toda Mariko, also won Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
“Very emotional,” she tearfully told Laverne Cox ahead of the event on Live From E!: Emmys , later adding, “It’s very huge. I’m just so happy for the whole team.” And she’s thrilled fans have been loving the series.
“Everyone just worked so hard because they wanted the best for the show,” the actress continued. “There were no egos. I’.