The Ultimate Showdown: Peaky Blinders Movie Set to Outshine James Bond in Epic Finale

Peaky Blinders writer Steven Knight has hinted at the forthcoming movie by drawing a daring comparison to James Bond. The popular BBC crime drama, set in 1920s Birmingham and centering around the criminal pursuits of Cillian Murphy's character, completed its main series in 2022. However, a spin-off movie was confirmed prior to the final season's debut. As the development of the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders movie continues, Knight has provided insight into how it will differ from the original series. In a recent interview with The Mirror, he revealed that the transition to the big screen allows for larger-scale scenarios that were previously impossible due to the constraints of a television series budget. Furthermore, Knight drew parallels between the movie and the James Bond franchise, particularly in terms of the broader scope made possible by the cinematic format. To learn more, read Knight's complete statement below.

In terms of budget, the most notable distinction between a film and a TV series lies therein. In television productions, there is often a need to rely on viewers' imagination to visualize certain aspects. Conversely, in film-making, there exists ample opportunity to execute grand spectacles, even going as far as igniting explosions. Could Tommy potentially rival James Bond in terms of extravagance?

“Maybe. There are parallels. We always thought of Peaky as very cinematic, so we are finally finding a screen big enough for what we want to do.”

Where Could The Peaky Blinders Franchise Go After Season Six' Finale?

The narrative of the Peaky Blinders movie remains a mystery as season 6 ends with an open-ended but hopeful conclusion for Tommy Shelby. Despite experiencing loss and adversity, Tommy decides to turn his back on his criminal past and start anew. He settles any outstanding debts and conflicts before riding away from his former life with the Blinders. The movie's direction for Tommy, now that he has left the gang behind, remains uncertain since the series wrapped up on a positive note, according to Murphy.

Despite this, it is evident that Knight has plans to expand the Peaky Blinders franchise beyond just a single feature-length conclusion. The writer hinted at future spin-offs following the movie, indicating that the story may continue to focus on individual family members, such as Arthur Shelby's American operations, even after their fates in season 6. Additionally, future entries could explore how the Blinders navigate significant global events like the Second World War and potentially become involved in them.

Given Knight's promise that the feature-length conclusion of Peaky Blinders will fully maximize its cinematic format, it raises questions about what lies ahead for Tommy's story. Although he has left his life of crime behind, it is possible that the state of the world, particularly the rise of fascism and the onset of World War II, may draw Tommy back into action again. Whatever surprises Knight has in store, it is evident that the film send-off of Peaky Blinders will be a grand spectacle.

Source: The Mirror