Oscar-winner Murphy set to reprise iconic role in a highly anticipated film continuation of the hit series
Netflix has announced a Peaky Blinders film with Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy playing his iconic role as Tommy Shelby. This was confirmed on Netflix’s X account along with a photo of the script. Murphy, who will co-produce the film, expressed his excitement, saying,
It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me…It is very gratifying to be recollaborating with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film version of Peaky Blinders. This is one for the fans.”
The BBC drama, showed from 2013 to 2022, with Birmingham gangsters in the early 20th century. Murphy played the lead role throughout the six-season run, with numerous awards including a Bafta for Best Drama Series in 2018.
Fans can’t wait for the film, eagerly anticipating more of Tommy (in Arthur Shelby’s voice). One user commented, “THAT’S THE DOPEST NEWS EVER!!! Netflix is under new management. “By order of the Peaky Blinders”!!!
Steven Knight, the show’s creator and writer, promised an “explosive chapter” for the film, which will begin production later this year. Director Tom Harper, who worked on the series over a decade ago, shared his excitement about reuniting with the cast and crew, describing the show as “a story about family.”
Murphy, known for his roles in 28 Days Later and Oppenheimer, won an Academy Award for his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer, becoming the first Irish-born actor to win the Best Actor Oscar. The Peaky Blinders film promises to be a thrilling addition to the beloved series.
With shooting yet to begin and the release date yet to be confirmed. Fans of Peaky Blinders would like to see other characters in this upcoming movie. The likes of Polly Gray, Arthur, and John Shelby, played good roles in the TV show.