Published on April 3, 2026
‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ makes its return to the cinematic landscape after captivating fans worldwide with its unique blend of style and storytelling. Steven Knight’s celebrated gangster series continues the saga of Cillian Murphy’s Thomas Shelby, the haunted Romany Gypsy mob boss, in a Netflix movie that promises both nostalgia and new drama.
The film picks up seven years after Tommy’s last crusade against the rise of British fascism. Set in 1940, amidst the ruins of World War II, Britain finds itself under constant threat from Nazi bombers, while the German regime concocts cunning plans to destabilize the British economy through counterfeit currency. The stakes escalate as the narrative introduces Tim Roth’s John Beckett, an English Nazi agent who manipulates Tommy’s eldest son, Duke Shelby, played .
In Tommy’s absence, Duke has taken over the Peaky Blinders but struggles to command respect from Birmingham’s locals. This power vacuum becomes apparent when Duke leads a brutal raid on a munitions factory, drawing the ire of his aunt Ada Thorne, now a local MP, and sparking conflict within the community. Living in self-imposed exile, Tommy is reluctantly pulled back into his old life when Ada warns him about Duke’s reckless decisions.
As the plot unfolds, the return of Rebecca Ferguson’s palm reader, Kaulo Chiriklo, complicates matters further. She reveals her connection to Tommy and their shared past leads to intimate encounters that expose Tommy’s deep-seated guilt over lost family members, including his brother Arthur, who died two years prior. Spurred duty, Tommy sets out for Birmingham, urging a quest for redemption that intertwines with Duke’s turbulent leadership.
The film’s pacing remains a contentious issue; while some scenes shine with the series’ trademark intensity—particularly those featuring Roth as the cunning Nazi sympathizer—other moments feel sluggish. The chemistry between characters at times lacks the bite that fans anticipate, with Keoghan and Ferguson struggling to assert their place in a world dominated actors like Roth and Murphy.
Despite its inconsistency, ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ impresses visually. Cinematographers George Steel and Ben Wilson deliver stunning imagery, complemented ’s exquisite costume designs and Jacqueline Abrahams’ accurate production design. The film excels with a vibrant rock and folk soundtrack featuring artists such as Nick Cave and Fontaines DC, enhancing the immersive experience.
Tom Harper’s direction provides moments of brilliance, from a dramatic shootout in an inner-city farmyard to a climactic set-piece at the docks reminiscent of classic war films. Nevertheless, the film does not quite reach the heights of the earlier seasons or the acclaimed fourth season of the series.
Ultimately, viewers may leave the theater feeling as they did after watching many episodes of the series: appreciative of the standout performances and impactful scenes, yet aware of the inherent flaws tied to Knight’s writing. The lack of narrative discipline often hampers the film’s potential, leaving it feeling less resonant compared to other contemporary gangster dramas.
While ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ evokes strong emotions and thrilling moments, it remains a testament to the series as a whole—stylish but occasionally lacking the substance that has allowed rival British and Irish gangster productions to flourish. The film was released in UK and Irish cinemas on March 6, 2026, followed debut on Netflix on March 20, 2026.
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