Prince Shotoku (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Series · ★ 7.5
Released in 2001, Prince Shotoku is a notable series.
What it’s about. In the late 6th century the leaders of the Yamato Dynasty had no clear plan for the creation of a unified state. Battles still raged among various warrior clans. Shotoku Taishi, second son of Emperor Yomei, strived to create a new nation out of this chaos. NHK captures this great man from a time in history rarely depicted on screen, in a story of epic proportions. Shotoku Taishi is known mainly through legends and myths and has been viewed as more god than man. The elaborate and colorful costumes of the time and the beauty of ancient Japan enhance this fascinating historical drama.
Who’s in it. Prince Shotoku stars Masahiro Motoki as Umayado no ouji, Sul Kyung-gu as Ishin, Ken Ogata as Soga no Umako and Miki Nakatani as Tojiko no iratsume, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Prince Shotoku has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Prince Shotoku page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Prince Shotoku (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prince Shotoku change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Prince Shotoku worth watching?
- Prince Shotoku holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Prince Shotoku?
- Prince Shotoku stars Masahiro Motoki, Sul Kyung-gu, Ken Ogata, Miki Nakatani and Akira Emoto.
- When was Prince Shotoku released?
- Prince Shotoku was released in 2001.