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Peaky Blinders Returns: WWII Drama Hits Theaters March 6

3/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, set in 1940 Birmingham during WWII, marks Tommy Shelby's return, played by Cillian Murphy (actor).
Barry Keoghan (actor) plays Duke, Tommy Shelby's son, in a supporting arc.
Tim Roth (actor) portrays a Nazi sympathizer, a key antagonist.
The film opens March 6 in theaters and March 20 on Netflix.

History

Historical Context

In 1940, as World War II escalated, the United Kingdom faced intense air assaults from Nazi Germany during the Blitz, which lasted from September 1940 to May 1941. Birmingham emerged as a crucial industrial hub, supporting the war effort. The societal tensions of this period are reflected in "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man," highlighting the struggle against fascism and the resilience of the British people.

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Story summary

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, set in 1940 Birmingham during WWII, marks Tommy Shelby's return, played by Cillian Murphy (actor).
Barry Keoghan (actor) plays Duke, Tommy Shelby's son, in a supporting arc.
Tim Roth (actor) portrays a Nazi sympathizer, a key antagonist.
The film opens March 6 in theaters and March 20 on Netflix.

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