Barry Keoghan Joins Cast of Upcoming Peaky Blinders Film

Barry Keoghan, known for his recent role in Saltburn, has been cast in the eagerly awaited Peaky Blinders film slated for Netflix. The film will transport audiences to the era of the Second World War, continuing the gripping saga of the Shelby family.

The Irish actor, who gained acclaim for his performance in The Banshees of Inisherin, will share the screen with Rebecca Ferguson, renowned for her role in Dune. Details about their characters remain under wraps, adding an air of mystery to the project.

Production for the film is set to begin later in 2024 in Birmingham, though the exact filming locations have not been disclosed. This new installment will delve into the complexities of the Shelby family’s lives as they navigate the tumultuous years of World War II.

Peaky Blinders, The series traced the Shelby family’s rise from the aftermath of the First World War through a complex web of crime and politics. The film will continue this narrative thread, exploring new dimensions of their storied journey.

Cillian Murphy, who starred as the iconic gangster Tommy Shelby throughout the series, is set to reprise his role for the film. Murphy, who will also serve as a co-producer, expressed his excitement about the project, describing it as “one for the fans.”

Steven Knight, the show’s creator, will return as both writer and producer for the film. Knight has hinted that the film will be an “explosive chapter” in the Peaky Blinders saga, promising a no-holds-barred continuation of the beloved story.

Fans of the series can anticipate a gripping continuation of the Shelby family’s saga, enriched by new characters and dramatic developments against the backdrop of one of history’s most turbulent times.