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In 2013, the U.K. was introduced to an incredible period drama called Peaky Blinders. Premiering on BBC Two, the show followed the Peaky Blinders gang in 1920s Birmingham. The criminal organization dealt with the inner dealings of the city they lived in... along with dynamics within the group they were all a part of. And with Thomas "Tommy" Shelby (played by Oppenheimer star and Oscar winner Cillian Murphy) leading the group, folks couldn't get enough of the suspense, drama and overall ominous vibe the show brought to television.
Some years later, American viewers got to witness Peaky Blinders when it started airing on Netflix. They immediately understood the hype behind the show, and what's more, the series developed its own following in the United States. But after six seasons, Peaky Blinders ended in 2022, with many hoping that they'd get to see the Peaky Blinders gang back on their screens again.
Well, it looks like that wish came true, because Peaky Blinders is coming back in the form of a movie! With Cillian reprising his role, there's a lot more to explore with Tommy and his fellow associates. But like any good crime film, we need to get all the clues before we can figure out the mystery for ourselves.
Here's everything we know so far about the Peaky Blinders movie:
Is Peaky Blinders coming back?
In a surprise twist of events, Netflix shocked Peaky Blinders fans in early 2024 with huge news. Not only would the streamer be producing a spinoff movie, Cillian Murphy would return to portray Tommy Shelby once again. He also would add another role to the project, as he's executive producing the film.
"It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me," Cillian said in an official statement, per Variety. "It is very gratifying to be recollaborating with [creator] Steven Knight and [director] Tom Harper on the film version of Peaky Blinders. This is one for the fans."
What's more, Tom had comments about how he never expected the international success Peaky Blinders would have to warrant a spinoff movie. "When I first directed Peaky Blinders over 10 years ago, we didn’t know what the series would become," he added. "But we did know that there was something in the alchemy of the cast and the writing that felt explosive. Peaky has always been a story about family – and so it’s incredibly exciting to be reuniting with Steve and Cillian to bring the movie to audiences across the world on Netflix."
What is the Peaky Blinders movie about?
According to Netflix's Tudum, the Peaky Blinders movie is set to be a continuation of events that occurred in the original series.
While the show was originally set in Birmingham, England between 1919 and 1934, Stephen told the Radio Times in 2023 that the film will be set during World War II. He said the movie will be "the same, but different" than the series, and that longtime viewers will want to "expect the unexpected." "Yeah, it's going to be fun," he added at the time.
What's more, when he spoke to Esquire U.K. in February 2022, he teased how new characters introduced in the show's season 6 could potentially influence the movie's storyline.
“In series six we're bringing in the new generation, and they are going to be part of what happens in the film, " Knight said at the time. “I think it's finding those actors that you just watch and you think, there you go. There's the future.”
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Is the Peaky Blinders movie filming?
Indeed it is! Netflix surprised fans in late September with the news of the movie going into production, posting a photo of Cillian dressed in his Tommy Shelby costume on Instagram. The post also featured a behind-the-scenes picture of Cillian and Stephen on set, which the streamer's social team made sure to take note of.
"By order of the Peaky Blinders... Tommy Shelby is back," read the official caption. "Cillian Murphy and Steven Knight are reunited on set as production officially starts on the upcoming Netflix film."
Naturally, seeing this movie update had fans up in arms with excitement. "OH WE ARE SO BACK," one person wrote in the comments. "Thomas Shelby is BACK by order of the peaky blinders 🔥🔥," another exclaimed. "Very excited for this production. Have been hoping for this release. So grateful," a different follower added.
Who is in the cast of the Peaky Blinders movie?
Netflix's Tudum gave folks a look at who's set to star in the Peaky Blinders movie, with some of the cast returning from the original series:
Cillian Murphy as Thomas "Tommy" Shelby
Ned Dennehy as Charlie Strong
Sophie Rundle as Ada Thorne
Ian Peck as Curly
Stephen Graham as Hayden Stagg
Packy Lee as Johnny Dogs
Additionally, these are the actors slated to join the franchise with appearances in the Peaky Blinders movie:
Tim Roth
Jay Lycurgo
Although it's not yet clear how the new actors (and their roles) fold into the Peaky Blinders story, the movie's official Instagram did tease a first look at Barry in the movie.
"Your first look at Barry Keoghan in the upcoming Peaky Blinders film," read the caption on November 1.
Upon seeing the sneak peek at Barry in the Peaky Blinders movie, fans had a lot of thoughts. "It just feels right seeing him in Peaky Blinders," one person declared. "Oddly enough I feel like he’s always been in Peaky Blinders 😂 Can’t wait!!!" another agreed. "Awesome! I’m so excited!" a different follower added.
How can I watch and stream the Peaky Blinders movie?
By order of the Peaky Blinders, viewers can stream the Peaky Blinders movie when it comes out on Netflix.
Before you can watch the Peaky Blinders movie, though, you're going to want to make sure you have a subscription to the streamer first. The site offers a number of plans to choose from, with the lowest beginning at $6.99 per month. Once you're all set, just click on the title page on Netflix's website or on the Netflix app.
Now that you have all of this helpful information, why don't you go back and rewatch the Peaky Blinders series? That way you'll be prepared for everything to come.
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