Calling all Peaky Blinders fans! After two long years of speculation, the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders movie is officially a go! Not only that, but Cillian Murphy will reprise his iconic role as Tommy Shelby and serve as a producer for the film.
This news comes after series creator Steven Knight confirmed the movie’s development a few months back. Filming is set to begin in September, and both Murphy and director Tom Harper have shared their excitement about the project.
“It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me,” Murphy stated, expressing his enthusiasm for reuniting with Knight and Harper. “This is one for the fans,” he added, highlighting the movie’s focus on delivering for the show’s dedicated audience.
Harper, who directed episodes of the original series, echoed this sentiment. He reflected on the show’s unexpected success and the “explosive” chemistry between the cast and writers. He’s thrilled to be working with Knight and Murphy again to bring the Peaky Blinders story to a global audience on Netflix.
Speaking of the story, Knight promises an “explosive chapter” with “no holds barred” Peaky Blinders action. While a release date hasn’t been announced, this news is a welcome update for fans who have been eagerly awaiting news since the show’s final season concluded on Netflix in 2022.
A Recap and Look Ahead
For those who might need a refresher (and considering the spoiler statute of limitations has likely expired by now!), here’s a quick catch-up:
- Tommy’s doctor delivered a devastating diagnosis of an incurable brain tumor, which turned out to be a manipulative ploy by his enemy Oswald Mosley.
- Facing his supposed demise, Tommy held a final dinner with his loved ones, destroyed his mansion, and contemplated suicide.
- A vision from his daughter intervened, leading him to the truth and offering him a chance at redemption.
Executive producer Caryn Mandabach has hinted that the movie will be a standalone continuation, skipping ahead a few years from the show’s 1938 setting.
Living Up to the Legacy
There’s no denying the immense pressure on the movie to live up to the phenomenal Peaky Blinders series. From Murphy’s captivating portrayal of Tommy Shelby to the stellar supporting cast – including Arthur Shelby, the Peaky Blinders women (Polly, Ada, Lizzie), and Tom Hardy’s unforgettable Alfie Solomons – the show delivered iconic characters and a captivating narrative.
This news has definitely sparked a desire for a Peaky Blinders rewatch for many fans, myself included. But more importantly, it fuels the excitement for the upcoming movie chapter!
