Cillian Murphy’s return to the role of Tommy Shelby in the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders film has been officially confirmed by series creator Steven Knight. Fresh off his recent Oscar win for Best Actor in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, Murphy’s reprisal of the iconic character is set to ignite excitement among fans worldwide.
In an exclusive interview with Birmingham World at the premiere of his latest BBC show, This Town, Knight affirmed Murphy’s involvement, stating, “He (Cillian) definitely is returning for it. We’re shooting it in September just down the road in Digbeth (England).”
Murphy’s portrayal of the enigmatic gang leader Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders has left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape, earning widespread acclaim throughout the show’s six-season run from 2013 to 2022. As the series transcended from BBC to Netflix, its popularity only soared, solidifying Murphy’s status as a leading talent in the industry.
In an interview with the Irish Star, Murphy expressed his eagerness to continue portraying Tommy Shelby, stating, “If we want to watch 50-year-old Tommy Shelby, I will be there. Let’s do it.”
On Murphy’s recent awards:
Reflecting on Murphy’s recent awards, Knight praised the actor’s talent and professionalism. He remarked, “It was so deserved. I mean he’s brilliant, and he’s such a great human being. He leads the line when we’re shooting, and he’s so level-headed and straightforward. He deserves everything he gets.”
The Peaky Movie Deets:
Regarding details about the upcoming Peaky Blinders film, Knight revealed to Esquire, “The film, I know exactly what it’s about. And I know what two stories it’s going to tell. How the story will unfold, I don’t know. What will happen after that, I want that to depend on the film. For all we know somebody is going to pop out – I think I know who it’s going to be.”
While the exact release date remains undisclosed, production for the movie is scheduled to begin in September 2024. With filming on the horizon, fans can only speculate about when the eagerly anticipated Peaky Blinders film will hit theatres. Stay tuned for more updates as the excitement builds.
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