Peaky Blinders Movie: Cillian Murphy Returns as Tommy Shelby

The highly anticipated Peaky Blinders movie is officially in production, with Cillian Murphy set to reprise his iconic role as Tommy Shelby. The film, directed by Tom Harper and written by Steven Knight, marks the continuation of the beloved BBC series that concluded in 2022.

Production and Cast

Tom Harper, who previously directed episodes of the series, is at the helm of the film. Steven Knight, the creator of Peaky Blinders, has penned the script. The movie is being produced in collaboration with BBC Film, with producers including Caryn Mandabach, Knight, Murphy, and Guy Heeley. Executive producers include Harper, David Kosse, Jamie Glazebrook, Andrew Warren, and David Mason.

In addition to Cillian Murphy, the film features a talented cast, including new additions such as Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, and Tim Roth. The first look image released by Netflix shows Murphy as Tommy Shelby, dressed in a dark-colored suit against a brick wall background.

Plot and Setting

While specific plot details remain under wraps, Steven Knight has hinted that the movie will be set during World War II and will involve an 'untold story' from that period. Knight described the film as 'an explosive chapter in the Peaky Blinders story. No holds barred. Full-on Peaky Blinders at war.'

Cillian Murphy expressed his excitement about the project, stating, 'It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn't finished with me. It is very gratifying to be re-collaborating with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film version of Peaky Blinders. This is one for the fans.'

Fan Anticipation

The announcement of the film's production has generated significant excitement among fans of the series. The Peaky Blinders franchise, which initially aired on BBC Two in 2013 and later transitioned to BBC One, has a dedicated fan base eagerly awaiting this cinematic adaptation.

Tom Harper reflected on the series' journey, saying, 'When I first directed Peaky Blinders over 10 years ago, we didn't know what the series would become, 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.'