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The Immortal Man (film)

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The Immortal Man
Directed byTom Harper
Screenplay bySteven Knight
Based onPeaky Blinders
by Steven Knight
Produced by
Starring
Production
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Distributed byNetflix
Countries
  • United Kingdom
  • France
LanguageEnglish

The Immortal Man is an upcoming period crime drama film directed by Tom Harper and written by Steven Knight. It is a continuation of the British television series Peaky Blinders (2013–2022), and stars Cillian Murphy, Stephen Graham, Sophie Rundle, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee, and Ian Peck reprising their roles, alongside Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Jay Lycurgo, and Barry Keoghan.

The film will be distributed by Netflix.

Cast

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Production

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The British television series Peaky Blinders ran for six seasons between 2013 and 2022.[1] Speaking in January 2021, show creator Steven Knight discussed the future of the Peaky Blinders storytelling ahead of the conclusion of the sixth series and suggested a feature-length film could be produced as a continuation of the story.[2]

Speaking to Rolling Stone magazine in May 2023, actor Cillian Murphy, who played lead character Tommy Shelby in all six series, indicated a willingness to return to the character, saying "If there’s more story there, I’d love to do it. But it has to be right. Steve Knight wrote 36 hours of television, and we left on such a high. I’m really proud of that last series. So, it would have to feel legitimate and justified to do more."[3] In December 2023, Knight confirmed that he was finalising the script for the film.[4]

In March 2024, Knight confirmed that Murphy would be returning for the film to reprise his role as Tommy Shelby. Principal photography was expected to commence in September 2024, in Digbeth at Knight's Digbeth Loc Studios.[5][6] Producers on the film are Knight, Caryn Mandabach, Murphy, and Guy Heeley.[7] In July 2024, Rebecca Ferguson joined the cast.[8] In August, Barry Keoghan joined the cast, with Netflix handling the distribution.[9] In September, Tim Roth and Jay Lycurgo joined the cast.[10][11] By October, Stephen Graham, Sophie Rundle, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee, and Ian Peck would reprise their roles from the series.[12][13]

Reports in September 2024 suggested that filming would take place in October 2024 in St Helens, Merseyside with the title set to be The Immortal Man.[14]

Filming

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Principal photography began on September 30, 2024, at Digbeth Loc Studios in Birmingham, and at West Midlands.[15] The aforementioned filming in St Helens is taking place at the former Pilkington Watson Street works.[16]

References

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  1. ^ Parkel, Inga (March 21, 2024). "Peaky Blinders boss confirms definitively whether Cillian Murphy will return for new movie". The Indpendent. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
  2. ^ Ramachandran, Naman (January 21, 2021). "Steven Knight Talks 'Peaky Blinders' Movie, Writing Kristen Stewart's Lady Diana and Working With Netflix (EXCLUSIVE)". Retrieved March 21, 2024.
  3. ^ Newland, Christina (May 11, 2023). "The quiet passion of Cillian Murphy". Rolling Stone. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
  4. ^ Harp, Justin (December 15, 2023). "Peaky Blinders boss has big update on movie spin-off". Digital Spy. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
  5. ^ Crampton, Robert (March 21, 2024). "Steven Knight: Peaky Blinders, Cillian Murphy and my new BBC drama". The Times. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
  6. ^ Sharf, Zack (March 21, 2024). "Cillian Murphy 'Definitely Is Returning' for 'Peaky Blinders' Movie, Series Creator Says: 'We're Shooting It in September'". Variety. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
  7. ^ Tartaglione, Nancy (June 6, 2024). "'Peaky Blinders' Firm Caryn Mandabach Productions Acquired By Banijay UK With All 'Peaky' Rights Included". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved June 6, 2024.
  8. ^ Tartaglione, Nancy (July 25, 2024). "Rebecca Ferguson Joins Cillian Murphy In 'Peaky Blinders' Movie At Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
  9. ^ Cohen, Anne (August 29, 2024). "Peaky Blinders Movie: Barry Keoghan Joins the Cast Alongside Cillian Murphy". Netflix Tudum. Retrieved August 29, 2024.
  10. ^ Tartaglione, Nancy (September 25, 2024). "'Peaky Blinders' Movie: Tim Roth Latest To Join Cillian Murphy, Rebecca Ferguson & Barry Keoghan In Netflix Feature". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
  11. ^ Moore, Kasey (September 26, 2024). "'Peaky Blinders' Netflix Movie Titled 'The Immortal Man'; Adds Tim Roth and Jay Lycurgo". Whats on Netflix. Retrieved September 30, 2024.
  12. ^ Goldbart, Max (October 10, 2024). "Stephen Graham To Star In 'Peaky Blinders' Movie". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 10, 2024.
  13. ^ Taratglione, Nancy (October 11, 2024). "'Peaky Blinders' Movie Adds Host Of Series Stars Including Sophie Rundle; Jay Lycurgo Also Joins Cast Of Netflix Feature". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 11, 2024.
  14. ^ "Is Peaky Blinders Netflix movie going to be filmed in St Helens?". Sthelensstar. September 27, 2024. Retrieved September 29, 2024.
  15. ^ "'Peaky Blinders' film starring Cillian Murphy begins production". Screen Daily. September 30, 2024. Retrieved September 30, 2024.
  16. ^ "Filming for movie The Immortal Man begins at former Pilks site". St Helens Star. October 8, 2024. Retrieved October 11, 2024.
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