The razor blades are sharpening, the flat caps are dusted off, and Birmingham's mean streets are about to echo with the ghosts of gangsters past. After years of teases and a long-awaited movie, Peaky Blinders is roaring back to life with not one, but *two* new seasons in development from Netflix and the BBC.
Set in the gritty reconstruction era of 1953, the sequel series will introduce a fresh generation of the Shelby family, battling for control of a post-Blitz Birmingham. And in a twist that has fans raising a glass of Garrison whiskey, Cillian Murphy – the iconic Tommy Shelby himself – is stepping into the executive producer's chair. By order of the Peaky Blinders, this is the revival we've all been waiting for!
A New Era for the Shelbys: From WWII Ashes to 1950s Ambition
The original Peaky Blinders saga, which captivated audiences from 2013 to 2022 across six electrifying seasons, chronicled the Shelby clan's ascent from post-WWI street thugs to political power players in the interwar years. Creator Steven Knight's tale of family loyalty, ruthless ambition, and razor-edged style became a global phenomenon, blending historical drama with pulse-pounding crime thriller vibes. But with the series finale leaving Tommy Shelby staring down a loaded barrel, fans clamored for more.
Enter the sequels: Announced on October 2, 2025, these two six-episode seasons (marking the show's seventh and eighth overall) leap forward to 1953. Britain is rebuilding after the devastation of World War II, and Birmingham – scarred by the Blitz – is a cauldron of concrete, steel, and simmering rivalries.
The official synopsis teases: "In a new era of Steven Knight’s Peaky Blinders, the race to own Birmingham’s massive reconstruction project becomes a brutal contest of mythical dimensions." Expect high-stakes power plays, underground dealings, and that signature Shelby swagger as a new crop of heirs navigates the shadows of their infamous legacy.
While details on the young Shelbys remain under wraps, the series promises to honor the original's roots in Birmingham's industrial grit. Filming kicks off soon at Knight's Digbeth Loc Studios, with production handled by Kudos and Garrison Drama – the same teams behind the OG seasons. The episodes will air on BBC One and iPlayer in the UK, with Netflix handling global streaming. "I’m thrilled to be announcing this new chapter," Knight said. "Once again it will be rooted in Birmingham and will tell the story of a city rising from the ashes of the Birmingham Blitz."
Cillian Murphy: From Star to Shelby Overlord
No Peaky revival would be complete without a nod to Cillian Murphy, whose brooding intensity as Tommy Shelby turned the character into a cultural icon. While Murphy won't don the flat cap for these seasons – the focus is squarely on the next generation – he's deeply involved behind the scenes as an executive producer.
"It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me," Murphy reflected on reuniting with Knight. His involvement ensures the sequels capture the raw alchemy that made the show explode.
But Murphy is suiting up one more time for the big screen: The bridge between old and new arrives in the form of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, a Netflix film currently in post-production. Directed by Tom Harper and scripted by Knight, the movie picks up during World War II, with Tommy entangled in secret wartime missions amid the Birmingham Blitz.
Murphy leads an all-star cast including Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, Stephen Graham, and Sophie Rundle (returning as Ada Shelby). Expect a 1940s-set epic of espionage, betrayal, and that unmistakable Peaky pulse – slated for a 2026 release.
Fan Frenzy: Excitement, Skepticism, and the Shelby Legacy
The announcement has ignited a firestorm online. "Finally! More Shelbys, more razors, more Murphy magic," one Reddit user cheered. Others are cautiously optimistic: "The show ended perfectly – hope the new gen doesn't dilute the grit," another posted. With Murphy's producing role and Knight at the helm, expectations are sky-high for a seamless handoff.
This expansion cements Peaky Blinders' status as a franchise juggernaut. From its BAFTA-winning roots on BBC Two to Netflix's global binge empire, the series has spawned podcasts, tours, and endless Shelby cosplay. Now, with two seasons locked in and a movie en route, the Peaky universe is bigger – and bloodier – than ever.
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By Order of the Peaky Blinders: This Is the Revival We Crave
We didn't just want more Peaky Blinders – we needed it. In a TV landscape flooded with reboots, this feels like destiny: a bold jump to the 1950s, honoring the past while forging new myths.
With Cillian Murphy steering from the shadows and Steven Knight's pen dripping with Birmingham ink, the Shelbys are poised to razor-cut their way back into our hearts. Raise a glass (or a pint of ale) – the family's not done rising. This? We're waiting for it with bated breath.
