In the recently released image, Keoghan is seen clad in the show’s signature dark and stylish period attire, perfectly capturing the gritty essence of the Peaky Blinders aesthetic. Although the plot details remain under wraps, the inclusion of the award-winning actor suggests a formidable new character that is bound to enhance the tension and intrigue of the storyline, already generating excitement among die-hard fans of the series.
The announcement also confirmed the return of popular cast members, including Stephen Graham, Sophie Rundle, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee, and Ian Peck, all set to reprise their roles in this eagerly awaited feature film. Production for the film has recently commenced, and it will continue the multi-award-winning gangster saga set against the chaotic backdrop of 1900s Birmingham.
Returning to the screen is Cillian Murphy as the iconic Tommy Shelby, joined by Rebecca Ferguson and Tim Roth, with further plot details and casting secrets being kept tightly under wraps to maintain suspense.
Written by show creator Steven Knight, the film is produced by Knight, Patrick Holland, Cillian Murphy, and Guy Healy. Speaking about the project, Murphy expressed his excitement, stating, “It feels like Tommy Shelby hasn’t finished with me yet… It’s very satisfying to be working again with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film version of Peaky Blinders. This one’s for the fans.”
Directed by Tom Harper and produced in collaboration with BBC Film, the project promises to deliver a faithful yet fresh chapter of the Peaky Blinders legacy to its dedicated audience.
Reflecting on his previous experience with the series, Harper noted, “Ten years ago when I first directed Peaky Blinders, we had no idea what the series would become, but we knew there was something explosive in the chemistry between the cast and the writing. Peaky has always been a story about family, and so it’s incredibly exciting to reconnect with Steve and Cillian to bring the film to a global audience on Netflix.”
Since its run from 2013 to 2022, Peaky Blinders has garnered significant acclaim, including a BAFTA nomination for Cillian Murphy in 2023, and the series won the BAFTA for Best Drama Series in 2018, solidifying its status as a cultural phenomenon. Fans eagerly await this new cinematic venture, hoping it lives up to the legacy of the beloved show.
