Fans of the iconic BBC series Peaky Blinders can look forward to much more than just the upcoming movie, as creator Steven Knight hints at further expansion of the show’s universe. While details surrounding the film remain under wraps, Knight has confirmed that the highly anticipated movie will not serve as the final chapter of the Shelby family’s saga.
Set to star Cillian Murphy, who will reprise his beloved role as the complex gangster Thomas Shelby, the Peaky Blinders movie is expected to delve deeper into the world that has captivated audiences for nearly a decade. Knight, who has crafted the series’ gripping narrative, has teased that the film will explore new storylines while continuing to follow the Shelby family’s journey.
Despite the excitement surrounding the film’s 2025 release, Knight has made it clear that there’s more in store for fans. In an interview with Deadline, when asked about the possibility of more Peaky Blinders beyond the film, Knight responded, “Well, it’s interesting you should ask that question because the film is coming out and that won’t be the end.” He remained tight-lipped when pressed about whether another series or film would follow, adding, “It won’t be the end, let me put it that way. I’m not saying none of it.”
This news has generated a buzz among fans who have long wondered what the future holds for the beloved show after its six-season run. The world of Peaky Blinders, set in post-World War I Birmingham, is rich with history and characters, and Knight’s comments suggest that more stories are waiting to be told.
Cillian Murphy, who has portrayed the enigmatic Thomas Shelby since 2013, had some trouble getting back into character for the movie. He recently told GQ “You have to figure it out again. It’s not easy. You can’t just switch him on and off. It takes a moment. It takes more than a moment, it takes a few weeks to get back to it. I have to watch some of it to remember what it’s all about. But then when you get into it, it does become like a second skin because I’ve been playing him for like 12 years or something.”
As the Oscar-winning Murphy steps back into his iconic role, he will be joined by a star-studded cast, including Rebecca Ferguson (Mission: Impossible, Dune), Barry Keoghan (The Banshees of Inisherin, Saltburn), and Tim Roth (Pulp Fiction, Reservoir Dogs). Additionally, Stephen Graham, who portrayed Hayden Stagg in the final season of the BBC series, will also star in the upcoming film, as reported by Deadline.
Knight hasn’t offered a release date for the movie yet, telling the Daily Mail, “It’s a bit too soon for that, but you know, you can sort of work out that it will be about a year.”
Although the film’s plot is still a mystery, fans can rest assured that it won’t be the last we see of the Shelbys. Knight has emphasized that he’s excited to continue working in the “Peaky” universe, keeping the door open for additional films or potentially even a new series.
