Dissent Is Rampant in Lord Toranaga's Ranks in 'Shōgun' Episode 8 Trailer

A request she promptly refuses. Lord Toranaga is a powerful man. However, recent events have ultimately eroded some of that strength. Image via FX A grieving father, with his enemies circling, what will Toranaga do? The clip ends with Toranaga perhaps seeking to employ a kamikaze tactic with the help ofthe industrious Mariko. The hawks are circling, and sooner rather than later, this strife will lead to open conflict. Then there isthe ever-growing tensionbetween Toda Buntaro (Shinnosuke Abe) and Blackthorne....

April 3, 2024 · 1 min · 113 words · Brandy Bush

‘Shōgun’ Just Changed Everything for Toranaga

Summary Everyone loves a mastermind except the people caught in their web. The wilyYabushige(Tadanobu Asano) still keeps Ishido’s promises in his back pocket. It certainly seems like Toranaga’s plans whatever they are are falling apart. When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies. Perhaps that’s part of his strategy....

April 3, 2024 · 3 min · 490 words · Craig Lewis

‘Shōgun’s Cosmo Jarvis Believes Blackthorne Is His Own Worst Enemy

What Gave ‘Shogun’s Cosmo Jarvis a Deeper Understanding of John Blackthorne? How did you make sense of it for yourself, with all the layers to everything thats going on? COSMO JARVIS: Thats a good question. I started familiarizing myself with the geopolitics of 1600. That should be familiar if school history was better, or if I was listening. Toranaga seeks a new ally in his half-brother, which leads to unforeseen consequences....

April 3, 2024 · 3 min · 446 words · Francisco Gilbert

Julia Roberts’ Best TV Performance Is in This Prime Video Psychological Thriller

Despite the name, this isnt part ofTom Hollands Spider-Man trilogy or the concert doc forBeyonce. Its funny, but her appearance is mostly stunt casting. Both of these characters are easy for viewers to root for, which is whyHomecomingstands apart from them. Custom Image by Zanda Rice Shes under tremendous pressure from Colin, who demands she gather data on the soldiers andnotto form relationships. While Heidi is overwhelmed by her duties, she is tenacious about handling the stress....

April 2, 2024 · 2 min · 384 words · Adam Sanders

The 10 Most Rewatchable Modern Sci-Fi Movies, Ranked

All are worth seeking out and returning to, and are ranked below, from great to greatest. NEXT:Actors with the Most Rewatchable Movies Image via Tollywood Image via Warner Bros. Pictures Image via Warner Bros. Pictures Image via Warner Bros. Pictures Image via Warner Bros. Pictures Image via Marvel Studios Image via Sony Pictures Releasing Image via Sony Pictures Releasing Image via Warner Bros. Pictures Image via A24

April 2, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Mckenzie Vaughn

The 15 Best Don Draper Quotes in 'Mad Men,' Ranked

As the protagonist,Don Draper gets plenty ofMad Men’sbest lines. 14"Youcant." However, that doesnt prevent him from getting a damning last laugh. As cool as ever, Don specifies Youcant before exiting. 13"Did you enjoy ze Fuhrers birthday?" 12"Thats what the money is for!" 11"This never happened. It will shock you how much it never happened." The truth was revealed in the seasons fifth episode, The New Girl. 10"There is no big lie....

April 2, 2024 · 2 min · 242 words · Donald Ingram

The NBC Cop Drama That Doubles as a Horror Fantasy Series

Even the “cutest” Wesens have a degree of uncanny otherworldliness that makes them unnerving to look at. The Wesen adhere to rules set by a council and can otherwise coexist alongside humans. Looking for a streaming scream? Image via NBC You’ve come to the right place. One of the ways it accomplished such a feat was through its framing as a detective drama. Nick becomes fully immersed in the world of the Wesen; one that spans the entire globe....

April 2, 2024 · 1 min · 150 words · David King

'Shōgun' Episode 7 Sneak Peek Brings Blackthorne and Buntaro's Conflict to a Head

In the short clip, Yabushige takes this out on Blackthorne, who cannot understand what hes saying. Blackthorne holds the esteemed position of Toranagas Hatamoto, even while no one else trusts him. Yabushige often finds delight in tormenting others, but it is all in jest up to a certain point. Image via FX While Blackthorne lies helpless on his back, Buntaro threatens him with his blade. What starts as simple fun at Blackthornes expense has the potential to turn deadly once Buntaro is involved....

April 1, 2024 · 2 min · 230 words · Tony Weaver

The 15 Best Walter White Quotes in 'Breaking Bad,' Ranked

In reality, hes in it for himself, especially after a certain point. Fifty years I spent like that. Finding myself awake at three in the morning. Image by Federico Napoli But you know what? Ever since my diagnosis, I sleep just fine." 13"Jesse, listen. This fly, or any other fly, for that matter, cannot be in our lab." But as a self-contained character-focused episode solely about the dynamic between Walt and Jesse, its great....

April 1, 2024 · 1 min · 212 words · Sylvia Stone

‘Shōgun’s Steamiest Scene Has Nothing to Do With Showing Skin

The necessity of withholding one’s feelings and staying one’s tongue heightens the tensions throughout the series. However, as these two opposites develop a powerful connection, their intimacy becomes a danger to them both. Instead, it is the intimacy and openness of the conversation that makes the interaction so tantalizing. When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies....

April 1, 2024 · 1 min · 156 words · Richard Cobb

‘Shōgun’s Best Characters Hold More Power Than You Think

In a realm where duty and desire are in perpetual conflict, Kiku’s talents are truly one-of-a-kind. All of these powerful women inShogunovercame hardships and limitations to get to take control over their destiny. Shogunis available to stream on Hulu in the U.S. Watch on Hulu Image via Zanda Rice When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies....

March 31, 2024 · 1 min · 81 words · James Obrien

'This Town': Everything We Know About the New Series From the Creator of 'Peaky Blinders'

Quick Links Peaky BlinderscreatorSteven Knightis taking audiences back to Birmingham with his new BBC seriesThis Town. Does ‘This Town’ Have a Release Date? All six episodes of the series are expected to be released on the streaming service on the same day. Image via BBC The first two episodes ofThis Townwillalso be broadcast on BBC Oneon March 31 and April 1, 2024. Where Can You Watch ‘This Town’? BBC iPlayer is a free service within the UK, so theres no subscription required....

March 30, 2024 · 2 min · 244 words · Dr. Jessica Campbell

Making 'Switch Up' Was Therapy for Cristián de la Fuente

In the actors own words, Ricardo has everything material power, fame, money. Everything that he gave a lot of power to so you can be happy. No different than ourSwitch Up, people will watch it and have a different takeaway. Custom Image by Jefferson Chacon We believe, overall, theyll have a takeaway of,Do better. Be good and greater in your life. For me, it was the story. Image via SXSW...

March 30, 2024 · 2 min · 289 words · Jason Jones