Confirmed: Cillian Murphy Back for ‘Peaky Blinders’ Film

In a recent announcement, it’s revealed that Cillian Murphy, fresh off his Oscar win for best actor, is set to return as the iconic gang leader Tommy Shelby in the highly anticipated “Peaky Blinders” movie. Steven Knight, the creator of the acclaimed crime drama, confirmed Murphy’s involvement, stating that filming is scheduled to begin in September in Digbeth.

Murphy’s return to the role comes amidst his recent success in portraying physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan’s film “Oppenheimer,” which earned him widespread acclaim during the awards season. Despite his newfound acclaim, Murphy remains committed to his roots, delighting fans of “Peaky Blinders” with news of his reprisal of the beloved character.

Fans had eagerly awaited confirmation of Murphy’s return, and Knight’s announcement has sparked excitement among the show’s dedicated followers. While representatives for Murphy have yet to comment on the news, anticipation for the “Peaky Blinders” movie continues to build as production gears up for its highly anticipated release.