‘Shogun’: Here’s What to Know About the Record-Breaking Emmy Hit NYT | Top Stories Sean T. Collins 17 September 2024 at 01:01 The FX epic ruled TV’s top honors, racking up 18 Emmys for its first season. Here is a brief guide to this saga of samurai warriors and star-crossed lovers. © Katie Yu/FX, via Associated Press“Shogun,” with Hiroyuki Sanada, won 18 Emmy Awards, the most any show has ever won for a single season.