Rolling out the red carpet: Barry Keoghan joins the Peaky Blinders movie cast
The secrets are spilling! The much-anticipated Peaky Blinders film, derived from the popular TV series, is gearing up for success. In June, Netflix confirmed that Cillian Murphy, aged 48, would reprise his infamous role as Tommy Shelby, the unforgiving leader of the Birmingham gang, in Netflix's production. More recently, another beloved face has joined the list: Barry Keoghan, 31, has been added to the roster of stars, as announced on Netflix's Instagram.
When will the cameras start rolling?
As of now, Netflix hasn't unveiled Keoghan's role, but he's the third character announced, following Cillian Murphy and Dune actress Rebecca Ferguson, 40. The film, in production since 2021, is anticipated to begin filming next month in Birmingham. With the plot set during World War II, the focus will be on the next generation of Peaky Blinders.
A fan favorite of the small screen
The BBC Two series Peaky Blinders - Gangs of Birmingham, featuring the sharp-minded Cillian Murphy, captivated audiences in 2013. After six seasons, and the finale airing in 2022, creator Steve Knight, 65, is back for another round. "I'm beyond excited about this fucking movie! It's gonna be a wild ride, dude. An authentic Peaky Blinders at war!" declared Knight, embodying an enthusiasm like none other.
Excited for the Peaky Blinders film with Barry Keoghan? Netflix made the announcement via Instagram, and filming is set to commence next month in Birmingham.
Got more to watch:
Enrichment Data Integration: - The upcoming Peaky Blinders film, titled The Immortal Man, is set to release on Netflix in late 2025[1][3], although no specific date has been confirmed yet. - The film is set during World War II, with the story focusing on the adventures of the Peaky Blinders gang and their interactions with British intelligence and the black market[1][3]. - The film cast includes Cillian Murphy reprising his role as Tommy Shelby, as well as additional stars from the series, such as Sophie Rundle, Stephen Graham, and Packy Lee. On the newcomer side, look for Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, Tim Roth, and Jay Lycurgo[1][2][4]. - Filming for the movie concluded in December 2024, and it is currently in post-production[1][3][5]. - Steven Knight, the series creator, hinted that this film could pave the way for more stories to be told, potentially keeping the Peaky Blinders franchise alive beyond this film[3][5].
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