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Peaky Blinders Film Sparks Conversations Amid Crime Podcast Boom

3/17/2026

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Immortal Man Discussions

On March 16, 2026, The Immortal Man, tied to the Peaky Blinders film, features discussions with Steven Knight and Cillian Murphy.
Tyler McBrien investigates 2022 Georgia Guidestones attack, a monument tied to a nuclear apocalypse theme.
Mollie King and Matt Edmondson host Novel Idea, a podcast creating humorous murder mysteries.
A Family History Of… hosted by Jen Baldwin explores wartime stories, starting with Edna Bourne, using archival research and interviews.

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Tommy Shelby Returns

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man premiered in Birmingham on March 2, 2026, with Cillian Murphy reprising Tommy Shelby.
The film is set in 1940 and explores Nazism and family loyalty as Tommy faces challenges ahead of a Netflix release on March 20, 2026.
Packy Lee praised Murphy for fostering an ego-free set and emphasized camaraderie among the cast.
Lee expressed interest in a potential spinoff for his character, Johnny Dogs.

History

Historical Context

Charlie Chaplin's 1940 film "The Great Dictator" satirized Adolf Hitler amid the rise of totalitarian regimes during World War II. This film highlighted societal tensions and the dangers of fascism. Today, "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man," featuring Cillian Murphy, echoes these themes of loyalty and conflict, demonstrating how historical narratives continue to resonate in modern storytelling.

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Immortal Man Discussions

On March 16, 2026, The Immortal Man, tied to the Peaky Blinders film, features discussions with Steven Knight and Cillian Murphy.
Tyler McBrien investigates 2022 Georgia Guidestones attack, a monument tied to a nuclear apocalypse theme.
Mollie King and Matt Edmondson host Novel Idea, a podcast creating humorous murder mysteries.
A Family History Of… hosted by Jen Baldwin explores wartime stories, starting with Edna Bourne, using archival research and interviews.

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