Peaky Blinders (2013)
The razor-sharp BBC crime saga following the Shelby family's ruthless rise through the criminal underworld of post-WWI Birmingham.
Peaky Blinders - Series Information
- Original Title: Peaky Blinders
- First Air Year: 2013
- Last Air Year: 2022
- Created by: Steven Knight
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Crime
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 6
- Number of Episodes: 36
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 12, 2013 (United States - TV-MA), September 12, 2013 (Canada - 18+), September 12, 2013 (United Kingdom - 18), September 12, 2013 (Germany - 16), September 12, 2013 (France - 16), September 12, 2013 (India - A), September 12, 2013 (New Zealand - 16), September 12, 2013 (Australia - MA 15+), September 12, 2013 (Brazil - 16), September 12, 2013 (Mexico - C)
- Networks: BBC One, BBC Two
- Production Companies: Tiger Aspect, Caryn Mandabach Productions, Screen Yorkshire
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
- Alternative Titles: Peaky Blinders: Sangue, Apostas e Navalhas (BR), 浴血黑幫 (TW), Bóng ma Anh Quốc (VN), 浴血黑帮 (CN), Peaky Blinders: Gangy z Birminghamu (CZ), Peaky Blinders: Gangs of Birmingham (DE), כנופיית ברמינגהאם (IL), Гострі Козирки (UA)
Peaky Blinders - Plot
A gangster family epic set in 1919 Birmingham, England and centered on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby, who means to move up in the world.
Peaky Blinders - Trailer
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London's for the taking.
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Peaky Blinders - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Steven Knight
Main Cast
- Cillian Murphy
- Paul Anderson
- Sophie Rundle
- Helen McCrory
- Finn Cole
- Ian Peck
- Ned Dennehy
- Harry Kirton
- Natasha O'Keeffe
- Joe Cole
Writers
- Steven Knight
- Toby Finlay
- Stephen Russell
Executive Producers
- Patrick Spence
- Jamie Glazebrook
- Steven Knight
- Cillian Murphy
- David Mason
Peaky Blinders - FAQs
Where can you stream Peaky Blinders online?
Peaky Blinders is available to stream on Netflix, which carries all six seasons. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability may vary by region, so checking JustWatch is recommended for the most current options in your country.
Is Peaky Blinders based on a true story?
Peaky Blinders is inspired by a real Birmingham street gang that operated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. While the Shelby family and most characters are fictional, creator Steven Knight drew on genuine historical accounts of the gang and the post-World War I social landscape of England.
Who are the main actors in Peaky Blinders?
Peaky Blinders stars Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby, Paul Anderson as Arthur Shelby, Sophie Rundle as Ada Shelby, Helen McCrory as Polly Gray, Joe Cole as John Shelby, Finn Cole as Michael Gray, Natasha O'Keeffe as Lizzie Stark, and Tom Hardy in a recurring role as Alfie Solomons.
Will there be a Peaky Blinders movie?
Yes. Creator Steven Knight confirmed that a Peaky Blinders feature film is in development following the conclusion of Season 6 in 2022. Cillian Murphy is set to reprise his role as Tommy Shelby. The film is intended to serve as a continuation of the story and a fitting conclusion to the saga.
How many seasons and episodes does Peaky Blinders have?
Peaky Blinders ran for 6 seasons and 36 episodes on BBC One and BBC Two. Each main season consists of 6 episodes. The series premiered on September 12, 2013, and concluded in 2022, with a feature film continuation announced by creator Steven Knight.
What is Peaky Blinders about?
Peaky Blinders follows the Shelby crime family in post-World War I Birmingham, England. Led by the calculating Tommy Shelby, the gang — known for sewing razor blades into their caps — navigates a dangerous world of organized crime, political intrigue, and social upheaval as Tommy relentlessly pursues power and legitimacy.
Did Peaky Blinders win any major awards?
Peaky Blinders earned numerous accolades over its run, including BAFTA nominations for Best Drama Series and wins at the Broadcasting Press Guild Awards. Cillian Murphy received widespread critical recognition for his portrayal of Tommy Shelby, and the series was celebrated for its writing, direction, and production design.
What is the content rating for Peaky Blinders?
Peaky Blinders is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains strong violence, adult language, drug use, and other content unsuitable for viewers under 17. It carries an 18 rating in the United Kingdom and equivalent classifications in other countries.
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