Cillian Murphy’s new look as Tommy Shelby in the 'Peaky Blinders' film sparks fan excitement

Cillian Murphy is back as the iconic Tommy Shelby, much to the excitement of Peaky Blinders fans worldwide. The Oscar-winning actor, who gained massive popularity for his role in the Birmingham gangster drama, is now set to reprise his character in the upcoming Peaky Blinders film. This new project, directed by Tom Harper, follows the highly successful six-season series created by Steven Knight.

Recently, fan sites and media outlets like Deadline shared glimpses of Murphy on set with Knight. In one image, Murphy appears as an older Tommy Shelby, complete with grey hair, staring off to the side, a look that has already sparked a buzz among fans. Many have expressed their excitement about seeing Tommy Shelby's evolution and are eager to see what this film will bring.

The Peaky Blinders series, which wrapped up its final season in 2022, has left a lasting legacy in the world of television. The show's gripping portrayal of 1920s Birmingham, with its intense storytelling and complex characters, has garnered a massive fanbase. Cillian Murphy's portrayal of Tommy Shelby a ruthless yet charismatic gang leader has been widely praised, with the character becoming a cultural phenomenon. Following the conclusion of the series, Murphy went on to star in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, a role that earned him an Academy Award.

Now, the Peaky Blinders film is set a few years after the series' end, and fans are thrilled to see the Shelby story continue. Joining Murphy in the cast are new additions like Saltburn's Barry Keoghan and Dune's Rebecca Ferguson. Cillian Murphy, in a statement about the film, said, "This is one for the fans." The actor's new look as an older Tommy Shelby has already left fans eagerly anticipating what's next for the character, and with Steven Knight back as a writer, expectations are high.

Aside from Peaky Blinders, Murphy's next project, Small Things Like These, will release in November, offering another powerful performance from the actor as he continues to captivate audiences worldwide.