"Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" Trailer Released, Cillian Murphy Returns

Netflix has officially released the trailer for “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man,” a new film that sees original TV series star Cillian Murphy reprise his iconic role as Tommy Shelby.

The movie delves into the intense world of the Shelby family during World War II, bringing a new generation to the forefront of the notorious gang.

Plot Overview

Barry Keoghan steps into the role of a grown-up Duke Shelby, Tommy's illegitimate son, who is now at the helm of the Peaky Blinders gang. The trailer clearly sets the film in England during World War II, with the gang actively operating amidst the conflict.

The plot thickens when Ada Shelby (Sophie Rundle) reveals to Tommy that his son is leading the Peaky Blinders. This revelation prompts Tommy to re-engage with his former life, setting him on a collision course with Duke.

Tommy Shelby is forced to confront his own son to safeguard his city, as new threats emerge.

Further complicating matters, Tim Roth portrays a British Fascist sympathizer who proposes supporting Germany during the war. Tommy finds himself in a critical position, needing to overcome Duke to protect Birmingham from both internal and external threats.

Cast and Crew

The film sees the return of several beloved characters. Stephen Graham is back as Hayden Stagg, and Ned Dennehy reprises his role as Charlie Strong.

New additions to the star-studded cast include Rebecca Ferguson and Jay Lycurgo. Directing the film is Tom Harper, who previously helmed episodes of the original, critically acclaimed series.

Franchise Future

The original “Peaky Blinders” series, which first aired on BBC in 2013, concluded its successful run in 2022 after six seasons. Steven Knight was the creator of the popular show.

Looking ahead, a sequel series, executive produced by Cillian Murphy himself, has been ordered for two seasons by Netflix and BBC. This series is set to pick up the narrative after the events of “The Immortal Man.”

The logline for the sequel series promises a depiction of Birmingham rebuilding after World War II, with the race to control the city's reconstruction becoming a significant conflict involving the Shelby family.

Release Details

“Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man” is scheduled for release on Netflix on March 20. Fans can look forward to Cillian Murphy's return as Tommy Shelby in this highly anticipated film.