Netflix responded to Margot Robbie’s request regarding “Peaky Blinders.”
Cillian Murphy to Star in Netflix’s Peaky Blinders Movie, Margot Robbie’s plea during her “Actors on Actors” interview with Cillian Murphy has proven effective! Netflix has finally confirmed the production of a Peaky Blinders movie, starring Murphy as the iconic Tommy Shelby. The project, announced on June 4, will be a collaboration with BBC Film. Steven Knight, the original creator of the series, will pen the script, while Tom Harper, known for directing episodes in the first season, will take on the directorial duties.
In his statement, Murphy expressed his excitement about revisiting the role of Tommy Shelby, remarking, “It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me.” He expressed gratitude for reuniting with Knight and Harper for the film adaptation, acknowledging the enthusiasm of the fans, and perhaps, giving a nod to Robbie’s persistence.
Peaky Blinders, which concluded its sixth season in 2022, captivated audiences with its portrayal of a crime gang in post-WWI Birmingham, England. While Netflix hasn’t divulged specific plot details, Knight had previously hinted at a World War II setting for a spinoff movie. Recent statements suggest the film will deliver an “explosive chapter” that embodies the essence of “Peaky Blinders at war.” However, fans can’t help but wonder if Tommy Shelby’s iconic haircut will be obscured by a combat helmet in this new chapter.
