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The film PEAKY BLINDERS brings back Sophie Rundle’s Ada Shelby along with other recurring cast members

The film PEAKY BLINDERS brings back Sophie Rundle’s Ada Shelby along with other recurring cast members

Fresh off his Oscar win for Best Actor OppenheimerCillian Murphy will star in a feature film sequel to the historical crime drama Peaky Blinders. We saw the news below deadline. The series initially ran from 2013 to 2022. In keeping with British productions, these nine years include six seasons with a total of 36 episodes. Incredible. Anyway, series creator Steven Knight has written the script and Tom Harper will direct. Harper previously directed the final three episodes of the show’s first season.

In addition to Cillian Murphy, several other cast members are returning, including Sophie Rundle, who plays Ada Shelby, Ned Dennehy (Charlie Strong), Packy Lee (Johnny Dogs) and Ian Peck (Curly). Newcomer Jay Lycurgo will join the cast in an undisclosed role.

The Peaky Blinders The film is progressing pretty quickly as it is officially in production. The show’s social media pages announced that Murphy is back as Tommy Shelby and appears ready to wreak more havoc.

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In addition to Murphy’s return, Peaky Blinders will also star Rebecca Ferguson, who recently played the role of Lady Jessica dune And Dune: Part Two. As deadline According to reports, her role is currently undisclosed.

The film PEAKY BLINDERS brings back Sophie Rundle’s Ada Shelby along with other recurring cast members
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When asked about the project, which has been waiting for an official green light for some time, Murphy had this to say. “It seems like Tommy Shelby isn’t done with me yet. …It’s very pleasing to be working with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film adaptation of Peaky Blinders. This is something for the fans.”

Knight added: “I’m really excited that this film is coming out soon. It will be an explosive chapter Peaky Blinders Story. No limits set. Fully in use Peaky Blinders at war.” No idea when the film will be released, but rest assured, these blinkers will be at their peak once again.

Originally published June 5, 2024.

Kyle Anderson is the senior editor for Nerdist. He hosts the weekly pop culture deep dive podcast Laser Focus. You can find his film and television reviews here. Follow him on Instagram and Letterboxd.