There is very little left for Tommy Shelby relights his cigarette and confront his past. Netflix has published the official trailer of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal ManThe film, which picks up the story of the Birmingham clan after the series finale, is poised to become one of the biggest releases of the year on the platform.
The film, conceived as direct sequel to the series created by Steven KnightThe film is set during World War II and presents a more worn, almost spectral Tommy facing a final reckoning. The trailer not only reveals new faces and a darker tone, but also confirms the major surprise fans have long suspected: Barry Keoghan's character is key to the new family conflict.
A trailer that reveals the great conflict: father versus son
The new trailer presents a very different scenario from that of the 20s. original series: Birmingham, 1940, bombed and marked by the chaos of warAfter eight years of self-imposed exile, Tommy Shelby reappears far from the shady dealings that made him famous. However, his peace doesn't last long.
In the trailer we hear Ada Shelby warn him that His son is in charge of the Peaky Blinders “like it’s 1919”That phrase serves as a narrative trigger: Tommy's illegitimate son, Duke Shelby, has taken the reins of the gang and returned the group to its most violent origins, just as the country is gambling with its future on the European front.
The big revelation of the breakthrough is precisely that Barry Keoghan plays Duke ShelbyThe film thus presents a son Tommy had with a young Romani woman named Zelda before leaving for World War I. generational clash within the family: a father who has tried to leave organized crime behind and a son who unapologetically embraces the most brutal legacy of the Shelby name.
What the images suggest is that Duke's leadership style is so reckless which threatens to destabilize not only the gang, but the city itself and, potentially, the balance of power in the global conflict. That will be the reason that drives Tommy to return to Birmingham and to a life that has left him with more scars than benefits.
Synopsis: War, legacy, and the final reckoning
Netflix and the production team themselves summarize the film's premise in a few lines: Birmingham, 1940. In the midst of the chaos of World War II, Tommy Shelby is forced to return after a self-imposed exile. to face "the most destructive reckoning of his life."
With the future of his family and the country hanging by a thread, Tommy must decide whether to confront his legacy or reduce it all to ashes.The war ceases to be a mere backdrop and becomes a central element: the rise of fascism in Europe and the struggle for control of the city are intertwined with the old feuds of the Shelbys.
The screenplay, written by Steven Knight, places all the dramatic weight on the relationship between father and sonThe creator himself has explained that, since he began developing the film while the series was still airing, the "main structures" were always the father and son, and how that bond serves to definitively close the story of Thomas Shelby.
Alongside the family conflict, the film suggests a larger plot. The Shelbys' decisions could have direct consequences on the course of the war., connecting the Birmingham gang with the political intrigues of the time and with characters linked to British fascism.
Cast: Cillian Murphy in the lead and a host of other top-tier actors
He is back at the forefront of everything Cillian Murphy, Oscar winner and inseparable face of Tommy ShelbyHis portrayal of the leader of the Peaky Blinders has cemented him as one of the most influential characters in recent television history, and this film is presented as his definitive farewell to the role.
Together with him, Barry Keoghan joins the cast as Duke ShelbyTommy's illegitimate son. Knight has commented that from the beginning he wanted Keoghan to play the character, highlighting his ability to convey tension with just a few gestures and his natural fit into the universe of the saga.
The cast also includes Rebecca Ferguson, who plays Kaulo, a character described as enigmatic and crucial to the course of history, already Tim Roth as Beckett, a British fascist sympathizer who is emerging as one of the main threats in the plot.
There are plenty of familiar faces from the series: Sophie Rundle returns as Ada Shelby, one of the most lucid voices in the family; Paul Anderson returns as Arthurmarked by his problems with alcohol and the losses he suffered; and Packy Lee returns to Johnny DogsStephen Graham (Hayden Stagg), Ned Dennehy (Charlie Strong), and Ian Peck (Curly) also reappear, reinforcing the feeling that the film serves as a natural conclusion to the television story.
Direction, production and duration of the film
The staging is by Tom Harper, director with experience in the Peaky universe and responsible for titles such as Agent Stone, The Aeronauts o Wild roseHis work on the film seeks to expand the visual ambition of the series, with war sequences, explosions in the city, and a more epic and somber tone.
The script returns Steven Knight, creator of the franchise, which reserves the responsibility of closing Tommy Shelby's arc. On paper, the film is conceived as a "cinematic event," with approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes duration and a rating for ages 16 and up, which suggests that it will maintain the usual violence and brutality.
In terms of production, the film features Guy Heeley, Cillian Murphy, Steven Knight and Patrick Holland as producersAnd with executive producers Andrew Warren, Caryn Mandabach, Jamie Glazebrook, Harper himself, and David Kosse. In other words, practically the same creative core that brought the original series to life, something that should guarantee continuity in tone and style.
The first images released by Netflix show an England that doesn't fit the traditional postcard imagebut rather an industrial city ravaged by bombs, full of shadows, smoke, and streets where war and crime intertwine. The visual language maintains the sharp aesthetic of Peaky Blindersbut the scale is clearly larger.
Release dates: Selected theaters and arrival on Netflix
Regarding the release, the film will have a slightly different release schedule depending on the territory. The Immortal Man will premiere first in select theaters on March 6, 2026With limited passes, as part of a strategy designed to reinforce its status as a major event and, presumably, better position it in the media conversation.
A few days later, It will arrive on Netflix's global catalog on March 20, 2026.That will be the key date for European and Spanish audiences, as the platform has confirmed in its statements in Spain the availability on streaming, but has not detailed a wide theatrical release in the country.
In fact, the press release from Netflix Spain only mentions its arrival on the platform, which suggests that Most viewers in Spain will watch the film directly on Netflix and not in theaters. In the United States, there has been talk of a more visible early release on the big screen, which fits with the company's recent focus on select releases.
In any case, the window between cinemas and streaming will be very short, barely two weeks, so Those who prefer to watch it from home won't have to wait too long.For fans of the series who have been waiting for this continuation for years, this proximity between dates makes it easier for the phenomenon to be concentrated in a single month.
The soundtrack: 36 tracks and new versions of the Peaky Blinders anthem
One of the most talked-about elements since the trailer's release has been the music. From its inception, Peaky Blinders It relied on a highly recognizable soundtrack, with sharp guitars, alternative rock, and dark themes that defined the series' atmosphere. The film maintains that style and takes it a step further.
RCA Records UK will release the official soundtrack on March 6thThe album will include... 36 tracks in total, with 5 completely new recordings including original compositions, songs commissioned specifically for the film, and previously unreleased collaborations.
The people responsible for the original music are once again Antony Genn and Martin Slatteryold acquaintances from the Shelby universe. They are joined by new voices such as Grian Chatten (Fontaines DC) and Amy Taylor (Amyl & The Sniffers)which bring a rawer and more modern touch to the soundtrack, in keeping with the darker tone that has been given to the film.
Among the featured topics are: a new interpretation of Nick Cave's "Red Right Hand"The unofficial anthem of the saga returns for this cinematic finale. Also included is "Hunting The Wren (Version of The Immortal Man)" by Grian Chatten featuring Lankum, as well as two Massive Attack reinterpretations: one by Chatten himself and another by Girl In The Year Above.
The list of artists is completed with names already associated with Peaky Blinders, such as Fontaines DC, Lankum or McLusky, consolidating a sound that blends tradition, darkness, and contemporary energyFor those who followed the series precisely because of its musical focus, the film seems designed not to fall short in that area.
The film's place within the Peaky Blinders universe
Beyond serving as a direct sequel to the television finale, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man It is presented as the conclusion to the original Tommy Shelby story.The franchise's creators have made it clear that this film will bring the main storyline to a close, although the universe itself will continue to expand.
There are already some underway a New serie Set in 1953 and co-produced by Netflix and the BBC, the series will focus on another generation of Shelbys and the rebuilding of Birmingham after the war. At least two seasons of six episodes each are planned, with Steven Knight and Cillian Murphy serving as executive producers.
That means that, although viewers can continue to visit this world in future projects, The film will serve as a final farewell to the Tommy we know., from the arc that began in 2013 with the first season and that has accompanied the audience for more than a decade.
With all of this on the table, The official trailer makes it clear that the film will opt for a more epic, violent, and emotional tone.without abandoning the visual style or musical character that made Peaky Blinders A global phenomenon. For Spanish and European audiences, March 20th, marked on the Netflix calendar, is shaping up to be the date when, by order of the Peaky Blinders, they will have to return to Birmingham one last time.
