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BBC and Netflix Order 'Peaky Blinders' Sequel Series Set in 1953

The follow-on centers on a new generation in postwar Birmingham under creator Steven Knight, with Cillian Murphy producing.

Overview

  • Two seasons have been announced in a joint BBCNetflix production.
  • Set in Birmingham in 1953, the story follows a new generation of Shelbys navigating the city’s postwar rebuilding and a high-stakes reconstruction race.
  • Series creator Steven Knight returns as writer, continuing the franchise’s creative throughline.
  • Cillian Murphy is attached as executive producer, while his potential on-screen return and the broader cast remain unconfirmed.
  • A feature film titled The Immortal Man starring Murphy was filmed in 2024 and precedes the series, with no release date announced.