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Fans of Peaky Blinders no longer need to wait — after four years since the show concluded, the story continues with a full-length feature film. On 5 December 2025, Netflix announced that Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man will debut in select cinemas on 6 March 2026, before streaming globally on Netflix starting 20 March 2026. The announcement came together with the film’s official title, first promotional poster, and a glimpse at what’s next for Birmingham’s infamous crime family.
A Darker Era: The Plot, Setting and Creative Team
The new film, set in Birmingham in 1940, drops Tommy Shelby — played again by the acclaimed Cillian Murphy — into a world shaken by the turmoil of the Second World War. After a period of self-imposed exile, Tommy is drawn back into a maelstrom of conflict: the stakes are higher, both for his family and for the country. Netflix describes the film as “Tommy Shelby’s most destructive reckoning yet,” where he must confront ghosts from his past and decide whether to rise again or dismantle what remains of his legacy.
Behind the cameras, the story remains in the hands of its original creators. The screenplay is written by series creator Steven Knight, with direction by Tom Harper — the same team that shaped the tone and grit of the original series. The production brings together longtime collaborators and fresh faces, promising a cinematic continuation rather than a reboot.
Cast: Familiar Faces Return – Plus Some New Blood
Murphy leads a robust ensemble that mixes returning actors with newcomers. Alongside him are familiar performers like Sophie Rundle, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee, Ian Peck, and Stephen Graham — all reprising their roles from the series. New cast members set to deepen the story include Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Barry Keoghan, and Jay Lycurgo. This blend of continuity and novelty suggests the film will honor the original series’ legacy while pushing the characters into unfamiliar territory.
Why a Film — and What Comes After
After the TV series ended its six-season run in 2022, creators decided that Tommy Shelby’s saga would conclude more fittingly on the big screen. The movie becomes the capstone of his journey — but not the end for the Peaky Blinders universe. Alongside the film’s release, Netflix and the BBC have green-lit a two-season sequel series set in 1953, following a new generation of Shelbys navigating post-war Birmingham’s shifting landscape. Cillian Murphy and Steven Knight remain involved as executive producers, underlining their commitment to expanding the world they helped build.
What This Means for Fans and the Franchise
For longtime fans, The Immortal Man offers closure and continuation — a chance to revisit Tommy Shelby’s world with cinematic scope and a narrative shaped by both continuity and reinvention. The film’s WWII-era setting promises a darker, high-stakes backdrop, while the blend of returning characters and fresh talent suggests dramatic twists ahead.
Moreover, the executive decision to follow the film with a sequel series indicates that the Shelby story is far from over. The franchise appears poised to evolve — exploring new characters, eras, and struggles — while retaining the gritty, atmospheric tone that made Peaky Blinders a global phenomenon.
