Exciting news for Peaky Blinders fans as Thomas Shelby, portrayed by Cillian Murphy, is set to return for the upcoming Peaky Blinders movie. The series' creator, Steven Knight, confirmed that Murphy will reprise his role in the film, which is scheduled to start shooting in September in Digbeth, England.
Peaky Blinders, set in Birmingham, England, followed the Shelby family's criminal enterprise post-World War I. The show, which aired from 2013 to 2022, starred Murphy as Tommy Shelby alongside a talented cast including Helen McCrory, Tom Hardy, and others.
Knight had previously mentioned the movie being in development, describing it as a fitting conclusion to the story so far. The plan to start shooting the movie in the middle of next year was shared in a recent update, much to the delight of fans.
Meanwhile, Murphy's recent Oscar win for his role in Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher Nolan, has garnered well-deserved praise. In his acceptance speech, Murphy expressed gratitude to Nolan, the Academy, and his team for their support throughout his career.
The Irish actor also thanked his family, including his wife and sons, expressing his pride as an Irish man. Murphy's talent and dedication to his craft have been recognized with this prestigious award, further solidifying his status as a respected actor in the industry.