After years of rumors, confirmations, and changes of plans, the The Shelby family saga will finally make the leap to the big screen with Peaky Blinders: The Immortal ManThe film arrives to continue what was seen in the series and, at the same time, offer a formal closure to the main arc of Tommy Shelby and his family during World War II.
This feature film, driven by Steven Knight as screenwriter and Tom Harper as directorIt is conceived as a natural extension of television fiction: it recaptures the dark atmosphere of Birmingham, delves deeper into the protagonist's dilemmas and, incidentally, opens the door to new projects within the same criminal universe.
Release dates: theaters first, then Netflix
What many fans have been waiting for is now official: Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man will have an early theatrical release on March 6, 2026 in selected theaters, followed by its arrival on the Netflix catalog on March 20 of the same month.
Netflix has announced the Global release date on the platform: March 20The official movie poster, which hints at the dark and warlike tone of this new chapter, has been released. It's a must-see for fans of the saga, especially in Europe and Spain, where the series has always enjoyed a strong following.
The big screen premiere, scheduled for the March 6th in select cinemasIt is being presented as a limited-time event. In the United States, this exclusive window has been explicitly promoted, while in other territories, such as Spain, Netflix has so far only confirmed the direct arrival to streaming., without specifying whether there will be screenings in commercial theaters.
In the Spanish case, the platform's official communication has focused on its availability on Netflix, which suggests that The cinema experience could remain restricted to certain markets or specific screenings. Even so, it is not ruled out that in the preceding weeks special screenings or collaborations with specific networks will be announced, as has already happened with other titles from the company.
In any case, the strategy is clear: to make Tommy Shelby's return one of the biggest events on the release calendar, combining the cinematic format with the global impact of streaming to reach the largest possible audience.
A direct sequel to the series set during World War II
The film sets the action in Birmingham, 1940, in the heart of World War IIThe country lives under the constant threat of bombings, and the social fabric is shaken by uncertainty, rationing, and political tension.
In that context, Tommy Shelby returns from self-imposed exile to confront his most devastating conflict to date. The character returns to a city ravaged by bombs and is drawn into a series of secret war missions which places him between criminal clandestinity and the war machine of the State.
The plot promises to connect directly with the loose ends left by the sixth season of the seriesdelving deeper into the protagonist's unfinished business with his pasthis family and his political enemies. Much of the narrative appeal will depend on seeing to what extent Tommy can uphold his legacy without destroying himself in the process.
Far from being limited to a simple “extra episode”, Knight’s script is conceived as a pivotal chapter in the Peaky Blinders timelineThe creator himself has spoken of an "explosive" story, designed to close open wounds and answer questions that fans have had for years.
The World War II setting adds a A different historical layer than the one we saw in the seriesOriginally focused on the interwar period and the rise of European fascism, the conflict now escalates to the point where British territory itself becomes a battlefront, shaping the daily lives of the Shelbys and those connected to their business.
Cast: The return of the Shelbys and new additions
One of the project's biggest selling points is, as expected, the return of Cillian Murphy like Thomas ShelbyThe Irish actor returns to his most recognizable character after the television finale, and he himself has acknowledged that he felt that "Tommy wasn't finished" with him.
Alongside Murphy, the film brings back key faces of the original castAmong the confirmed names are Sophie Rundle, Paul Anderson, Stephen Graham, Packy Lee, and Ian Peck, who reprise their roles as the closest members of the Shelby family and criminal circle, continuing the dynamics already familiar to the public.
Not all the usual characters return: Sam Claflin, who played Oswald Mosley, and Kate Phillips, who played Linda Shelby, are not included. from this installment, despite having expressed interest in returning. Their absence will help focus attention on other storylines and the new threats brought by the war.
To compensate, the film relies heavily on a group of significant additionsThe production adds Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, Tim Roth and Jay Lycurgo, among others, with roles that aim to renew the internal and external tensions of the story, mixing political figures, characters linked to the war conflict and new players within the criminal world.
This combination of familiar faces and recent signings reflects the intention of to rejuvenate the Peaky Blinders universe without breaking with its original identityIt's a common move in franchises that aspire to remain alive in the long term: maintain a recognizable core for veteran fans and, at the same time, offer enough new faces to hook a generation that may be arriving for the first time through the film.
A cinematic finale to a saga that became a phenomenon
Over six seasons, broadcast until 2022, the show accumulated recognition, awards and a palpable cultural impactFrom imitated haircuts to an aesthetic that set trends in fashion, photography, and advertising, the film couldn't simply be an addendum to that legacy.
Filming of The Immortal Man It was completed by the end of 2024, mainly in Digbeth, Birmingham, one of the historic sites of historyThe team worked hard to recreate the city of the 40s, paying special attention to the costumes, lighting, and industrial architecture, to preserve the oppressive and stylized atmosphere that characterizes the series.
Steven Knight has closely supervised the various phases of the project, from the writing of the script to monitoring the filming, with the aim of maintain consistency with established story arcs and to prevent the leap to film from betraying the tone that the public associates with Peaky Blinders.
Tom Harper, who had already directed key episodes in the first season, is in charge of the staging of this final chapterThe idea is to recapture the blend of crime drama, historical context, and psychological tension that defined the series' success, but expanded with the resources and pace of a blockbuster film.
Aside from its status as the finale, the film also fits into Netflix's global strategy for 2026, the year in which the platform will strengthen its catalog with big franchise bets and original productionsWithin that framework, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man occupies a privileged place as a title destined to generate conversation internationally.
A definitive ending or a starting point for new stories?
Although the film has been presented as the formal conclusion of the saga that began in 2013The door to the future of the Peaky Blinders universe remains ajar. Knight has insisted that this was the story meant to close Tommy Shelby's arc, but he hasn't entirely ruled out possible ramifications.
In fact, work is already underway on a sequel series set in 1953About ten years after the events of The Immortal Man. The idea is to explore new members of the Shelby family and other characters who inherit the consequences of the decisions made during the war.
It is said to be at least two seasons of six episodeswith chapters of around an hour, which reinforces the feeling that the film will act as hinge between the classic stage of the series and a new phase of the same universeFor fans, this means that the farewell won't be as abrupt as it might seem at first glance.
At the same time, the creative team is aware of the importance of offering a clear and satisfying conclusion for those who have been following the Shelbys for more than a decadeThe film will attempt to balance that sense of the end of a cycle with nods and narrative seeds that allow for future expansions without the viewer feeling that they have been left with an artificially open ending.
With all this context, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is shaping up to be a key event for those who have followed Tommy Shelby since the beginning and for those who are now approaching the phenomenon out of curiosity: A dark crime drama, set in a bombed-out Birmingham, that combines settling of scores, war, and family legacy, and that arrives ready to move from television myth to cinematic event without losing its British identity or its raw view of power and its consequences.