The conclusion of the Peaky Blinders saga will not come on television but on the big screen with an upcoming movie, as confirmed by show creator Steven Knight.
Key Takeaways:
- The Peaky Blinders saga will conclude on the big screen with an upcoming movie, as confirmed by creator Steven Knight.
- Cillian Murphy is set to reprise his role as Tommy Shelby, expressing enthusiasm to return if the script meets Knight’s standards.
- Hints suggest the movie may explore events during World War II, expanding beyond the original series’ narrative scope.
Initially slated for a potential start in 2024, writer Steven Knight has been refining the script, with plans to commence shooting in mid-2025.
Details regarding the film’s storyline remain scarce. However, hints suggest that the movie might touch upon events during World War II, expanding beyond the original television series’ narrative scope.
Knight’s previous vision for the show included exploring the period between the two World Wars, and it’s likely the film will delve deeper into this era while offering closure to Tommy Shelby‘s tumultuous journey.
While additional casting details are under wraps, Knight has hinted at discussions with various actors to join the Peaky universe.
Cillian Murphy is set to reprise his iconic role as Tommy Shelby, alongside Paul Anderson as his brother Arthur. In a recent interview on BBC radio’s “Desert Island Discs,” Murphy expressed his eagerness to reprise his role if the script meets the high standards set by creator Steven Knight.
“I’ve always said that if there is more story to tell, and if Steve Knight delivers a script that I know he can deliver because he’s such a phenomenal writer, I’ll be there,” Murphy affirmed, leaving no room for doubt about his commitment to the project.
Murphy’s enthusiasm for the character of Tommy Shelby shines through as he humorously contemplates the prospect of portraying an older version of the iconic gangster. “I mean, if we want to watch like, 50-year-old Tommy Shelby [laughs], let’s do it,” he remarked, reflecting his trust in Knight’s storytelling prowess.
Knight has indicated that the movie will serve as a definitive conclusion to the Peaky Blinders story, marking the end of an era. However, he’s open to exploring spin-offs or companion series that expand upon the show’s rich mythology.
Despite the conclusion of the television series, the Peaky Blinders legacy continues to thrive in unexpected ways. In collaboration with Rambert Production and Birmingham Hippodrome, Knight introduced a dance production titled “Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby.”
