NTAs: Peaky Blinders team confirm update on feature film
Netflix‘s forthcoming Peaky Blinders film is already creating a stir, riding on the coattails of the original BBC series’ outstanding reputation.
Peaky Blinders, which aired for six seasons on the BBC from 2013 to 2022, chronicles the notorious activities of a renowned Birmingham crime gang in the immediate aftermath of the First World War.
The drama draws loose inspiration from a real family-led gang that perpetrated crimes in the English city from the 1880s to the 1920s.
Now, a film adaptation is in the pipeline, with Cillian Murphy poised to reprise his memorable role as gangster Tommy Shelby.
Keen to learn more about the Peaky Blinders film? Here’s all the information we have so far.
A Peaky Blinders film is in the works (Image: BBC)
What will the Peaky Blinders movie entail?
While official plot details for the Peaky Blinders film remain under wraps, it’s known that the narrative will unfold during World War II, reports the Irish Star.
Netflix‘s Tudum has characterised it as “an epic continuation of the multi-award-winning, six-season gangster saga”.
Tom Harper, who helmed episodes of the show’s inaugural season in 2013, will direct the film, working from a script penned by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight.
Peaky Blinders was original broadcast on the BBC (Image: BBC)
He commented: “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.”
Murphy shared: “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.”
Who is joining the cast of the Peaky Blinders movie?
The ensemble for the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders feature film will be graced by none other than the award-winning talent of Cillian Murphy, reprising his iconic role as Tommy Shelby.
He’ll be joined by industry heavyweights from Rebecca Ferguson, known for her role in Dune, Barry Keoghan who appeared in Saltburn, and Tim Roth of Pulp Fiction fame.
While specifics about their characters are currently under wraps, series creator Steven Knight has teased audiences with hints of more celebrated castings and intriguing newcomers joining the line-up.
Barry Keoghan will star in the Peaky Blinders movie (Image: GETTY)
Who else is behind the Peaky Blinders movie?
Netflix is set to stream the Peaky Blinders movie, produced in collaboration with BBC Film.
The backbone of the project remains strong with Peaky Blinders’ original mastermind Steven Knight penning the screenplay and esteemed series director Tom Harper at the helm once again.
The production team boasts an impressive array of talent with Caryn Mandabach, Knight, Murphy, and Guy Heeley handling production duties. The executive production mantle is borne by Harper, David Kosse, Jamie Glazebrook, Andrew Warren, and David Mason.
What is the Peaky Blinders movie’s release date?
Whilst the buzz grows ever louder around the Peaky Blinders film, a set release date remains elusive. It was officially greenlit earlier this year, followed by cascades of casting news.
As for when we can expect to see the Shelbys on the big screen, Netflix cryptically advises: “Check back soon for more information, by order of the Peaky Blinders.”
Peaky Blinders is set in Birmingham (Image: BBC)
Who was in the original cast of Peaky Blinders?
The BBC‘s hit series Peaky Blinders featured a star-studded cast with Cillian Murphy leading as the infamous Tommy Shelby of the notorious Shelby crime family.
Paul Anderson, Sophie Rundle, Joe Cole, and Harry Kirton portrayed Arthur, Ada, John, and Finn Shelby respectively, while the late Helen McGrory took on the role of Polly Gray.
Annabelle Wallis, Ned Dennehy, Finn Cole, and Natasha O’Keefe also starred as Grace Burgess, Charlie Strong, Michael Gray, and Lizzie Star respectively.
Notable guest appearances included Tom Hardy as Alfie Solomons, Anya Taylor-Joy as Gina Gray, and Adrien Brody as Luca Changretta.
Peaky Blinders is available to stream on Netflix and BBC iPlayer.