Yes, Peaky Blinders is officially returning with a sequel series. Netflix and the BBC have jointly announced the continuation of the Shelby saga with not one, but two new series.
Here's what we know:
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Sequel Series Order: The Peaky Blinders sequel has been greenlit for two seasons. Each season will consist of six hour-long episodes.
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Time Jump: The series will be set in 1953, jumping more than a decade after the events of the upcoming film, The Immortal Man.
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Setting: The sequel will be rooted in Birmingham, telling the story of the city rising from the ashes of the Birmingham Blitz. The reconstruction of the heavily bombed city will become a central plot point, with the Shelby family at the heart of the dangerous struggle to control the rebuilding projects.
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New Generation of Shelbys: The new series will focus on a new generation of Shelbys. Creator Steven Knight has stated that "The new generation of Shelbys have taken the wheel and it will be a hell of a ride".
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Creative Team: Steven Knight, the original series creator, is returning. Cillian Murphy, who played Tommy Shelby in the original series, will be an executive producer for the sequel. The series will be produced by Kudos and Garrison Drama.
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Cillian Murphy's Involvement: While Cillian Murphy is confirmed as an executive producer, it's unclear if he will appear in the sequel series.
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Where to Watch: The sequel series will air on the BBC in the UK and on Netflix globally.
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The Immortal Man Movie: Before the sequel series arrives, The Immortal Man, a Peaky Blinders film, is set to be released in 2026. The film, which has wrapped production, will act as a bridge to the new series. Cillian Murphy will reprise his role as Tommy Shelby in the film. The movie also stars Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Stephen Graham, Barry Keoghan, Sophie Rundle, and Ned Dennehy.
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Plot of The Immortal Man: The film is expected to be set, at least in part, during World War II. Tommy Shelby may find himself involved in a dangerous mission during wartime Birmingham.
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No Official Release Dates: As of now, there are no official release dates for either the sequel series or The Immortal Man movie.
The Peaky Blinders saga will continue to explore the Shelby family's story against the backdrop of a changing Britain. With a new generation of Shelbys and the creative vision of Steven Knight, fans can anticipate more of the sharp political commentary, crime drama, and distinctive style that made the original series a cultural phenomenon.