Peaky Blinders Sequel: Release window, Episode count and plot revealed, next chapter to be set in Post-WWII Britain

Netflix has formally announced the return of one of television’s most iconic sagas, unveiling plans for a Peaky Blinders Sequel set in post-World War II Birmingham. The news comes in partnership with the BBC and creator Steven Knight, who confirmed that the new era of the Shelby family story will unfold across two six-episode sequel series, as per a report by Collider.

The announcement marks a significant expansion of the Peaky Blinders universe, which ended its original six-season run in 2022. The continuation is poised to pick up after the events of the forthcoming feature film The Immortal Man, starring Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby.

A City Rising from the Ashes

According to the official logline, the sequel will open in 1953, when Birmingham, devastated by heavy bombing during the Second World War, is undergoing an ambitious reconstruction. The fight to control the city’s massive rebuilding projects will spark a brutal contest, placing the Shelbys once again at the heart of a dangerous struggle.


“Britain, 1953. After being heavily bombed in WWII, Birmingham is building a better future out of concrete and steel. The race to own Birmingham’s reconstruction project becomes a contest of mythical dimensions, with the Shelby family right at its blood-soaked heart,” the statement read.

Knight, who has consistently described the Shelby saga as a mirror to Britain’s socio-political transformations, said he was thrilled to continue the journey. “Once again it will be rooted in Birmingham and will tell the story of a city rising from the ashes of the blitz. The new generation of Shelbys have taken the wheel and it will be a hell of a ride,” he remarked.

Creative Team and Production

The sequels will be produced by Kudos (SAS Rogue Heroes, House of Guinness) and Garrison Drama, the company behind the original Peaky Blinders seasons and the upcoming feature film.

Executive producers include Cillian Murphy, Karen Wilson, Martin Haines, Jamie Glazebrook and Jo McClellan, while Mona Qureshi and Toby Bentley will oversee for Netflix. Filming is set to take place at Digbeth Loc. Studios in Birmingham, maintaining continuity with the original series’ production roots.

Qureshi, Netflix’s creative executive, emphasised the significance of the announcement. “We couldn’t be more excited to be embarking on a new chapter of Peaky Blinders with our wonderful partners. Steven Knight remains one of the most distinctive modern storytellers, and we will be on the edge of our seats as he returns to the streets of Birmingham,” she said.

BBC Drama director Lindsay Salt echoed the sentiment, calling the sequel a “game-changing continuation” of one of the broadcaster’s most loved dramas. “Steven has worked his magic once again, and I can’t wait for his scripts to be brought to life when filming begins in Birmingham,” she added.

The Immortal Man: The Precursor

Before the sequels arrive, fans will first witness The Immortal Man, the long-awaited Peaky Blinders feature film that wrapped production last year. The film, headlined by Murphy, will serve as a bridge to the new shows and is expected to tie up key threads of Tommy Shelby’s storyline.

Though no release date has been announced, reports indicate a 2026 premiere. The film’s ensemble includes Stephen Graham, Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan and Tim Roth. While specific plot details remain under wraps, early hints suggest Tommy finds himself embroiled in a dangerous mission during wartime Birmingham.

Knight recently teased the film’s scale and tone. “There’ll be an announcement relatively soon, and I can tell you that it’s really, really brilliant,” he said, raising anticipation among the global fanbase.

A Legacy That Continues

Since premiering in 2013, Peaky Blinders has become a cultural phenomenon, blending crime, politics and family drama against the backdrop of early 20th century Britain. The gritty narrative, combined with Murphy’s magnetic performance as Tommy Shelby, earned the series critical acclaim and a loyal international audience.

The decision to expand the franchise underscores Netflix’s and BBC’s confidence in the enduring appeal of the Shelby family. By placing the sequel in the fraught post-war years, Knight appears set to explore not only a new chapter of family ambition but also Britain’s turbulent transformation in the 1950s.

For fans, the return of Peaky Blinders promises both continuity and reinvention—an opportunity to revisit the streets of Birmingham while witnessing a fresh generation of Shelbys carve their destiny.

FAQs

What is the Peaky Blinders Sequel about?

The sequel picks up in 1953, after World War II, and focuses on Birmingham’s reconstruction. The Shelby family becomes entangled in the brutal contest to control the city’s rebuilding efforts.

How many episodes will the new Peaky Blinders Sequel have?

Netflix and the BBC have confirmed two sequel shows, each consisting of six episodes.