Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight hints at the future of the franchise after the upcoming Netflix film. Starring Cillian Murphy, the period drama followed the rise of a Birmingham crime family after the First World War and their battles against rivals from around the world. Entitled The Immortal Manthe Peaky Blinders The film will see Murphy reprise his role alongside series newcomers Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, Tim Roth and Jay Lycurgo. Returning cast members include Stephen Graham, Sophie Rundle, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee and Ian Peck.
While Peaky Blinders' Next film is still in production, Knight teased Deadline what the feature could be just the beginning of a new chapter in the franchise. He stated that there were already thoughts about what would come next after the film's release. However, he was shy when it came to details. Check out Knight's clarification below:
Well, it's interesting that you ask that question because the film is coming out and it won't be the end. It won't be the end, let me put it this way. I'm not saying anything like that.
What Knight's tease could mean for the future of Peaky Blinders
Several spin-offs have been rumored
It is currently unknown how the film will continue the series. or what role Tommy Shelby will play in the story. Beyond that, however, there are several rumors Peaky Blinders spin-offs in the works. Alongside the film, it has been reported that a sequel series centering on a Boston branch of the Blinders is in the works, while a prequel series telling the story of Helen McRory's Polly has also been rumored. It would explore her history before the events of the main show.
While neither of these projects have been fully confirmed by Knight or Netflix, the film's renaming to The Immortal Manalongside Knight's provocation, suggests that the future of the series has a lot of potential. The new title may suggest that the film was structured to focus more on Tommy's struggle than that of the entire family, leaving the main Peaky Blinders title to be used in a project that will be framed as a true continuation of the show.
Our Take on Knight's Peaky Blinders Movie Update
It may take some time before an official announcement happens
However Peaky Blinders ended Tommy's story with what seemed like a definitive conclusion, and since then Knight has moved on to other projects, audiences have remained eager to see what the film will offer, keeping interest in the property alive. It is common knowledge that the sequel to the film was conceived as an alternative to the complete seventh season. The future of Peaky Blinders meets with The Immortal Man; the story of this film can paint a picture of where the story will go next. It is likely that additional Peaky Blinders The projects will be revealed after the film arrives.
Source: Deadline