It's time to dust off your tweed suits and flat caps, because Peaky Blinders is returning with a bang! The eagerly awaited new movie, starring Cillian Murphy as the iconic Birmingham gangster Tommy Shelby, is set to hit Netflix screens soon. Produced jointly by Netflix and BBC film, the film promises to be a thrilling continuation of the multi-award-winning gangster saga that has captivated audiences for six seasons.
"It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn't quite ready to let me go," Murphy revealed to Netflix. "I'm delighted to be reuniting with Steven Knight and Tom Harper to bring the film version of Peaky Blinders to life. This is a treat for the fans, and I'm sure they'll love it."
Scheduled to enter production later this year, the film will pick up the threads of the Shelby family's dramatic story, set against the backdrop of Birmingham between 1919 and 1934. As the family navigates a world rife with radical social, economic, and political upheaval, the film promises to be an epic tale of power, passion, and betrayal.
Harper, who helmed episodes of the show's inaugural season in 2013, will direct the new film from a script penned by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. Reflecting on his return to the franchise, Harper said, "When I first directed Peaky Blinders over a decade ago, we had no idea what the series would become. But we sensed a powerful chemistry between the cast and the writing that promised explosive drama. Now, it's thrilling to reunite with Steve and Cillian to bring this explosive chapter of the Shelby family's story to a global audience on Netflix."
The impact of Peaky Blinders has been felt far and wide since its final bow in 2022. The show's meticulous attention to menswear has sparked a fashion revolution, and its influence can be seen in the works of contemporary artists and designers. Leo Woodall, of One Day, cites the show as a key inspiration, revealing that watching Peaky Blinders inspired him to pursue a career in acting.
In the Season 6 finale, we last saw Tommy Shelby riding off on a white horse, determined to embark on a new life. But what fresh adventures await him in the new movie? While the plot remains tightly under wraps, Knight has teased that things are about to go boom - and we expect nothing less from the Shelby clan. "I'm overjoyed that this movie is finally happening," Knight said. "It will be an explosive new chapter in the Peaky Blinders saga, with no holds barred and all the intense drama and action that fans have come to expect."
Get ready to dust off your flat caps and dive into the thrilling new adventure of Peaky Blinders - the movie is coming, and it's going to be an unforgettable ride!
