Barry Keoghan joins Cillian Murphy in Netflix's 'Peaky Blinders' movie
Barry Keoghan, the Oscar-nominated actor known for his roles in The Banshees of Inisherin and Saltburn, has reportedly been cast in the upcoming Peaky Blinders feature film on Netflix. He will star alongside Cillian Murphy, who will reprise his popular role as Tommy Shelby. The details of Keoghan's character are currently undisclosed. Last month, it was revealed that actor Rebecca Ferguson had also joined the cast.
'Peaky Blinders' movie details
The Peaky Blinders movie, which was greenlit by the streaming giant in June, is set to be an epic continuation of the award-winning drama series. The film's script has been penned by series creator Steven Knight, who will also serve as a producer alongside Caryn Mandabach, Murphy, and Guy Heeley. The executive producers include Tom Harper, David Kosse, Jamie Glazebrook, Andrew Warren, and David Mason.
Movie plot and production details
The plot details for the Peaky Blinders movie are still being kept under wraps. However, Knight has previously hinted that the film's story would be set during World War II. Production is expected to commence later this year. Meanwhile, to recall, the series revolved around a gang of criminals in Birmingham, at the beginning of the 20th century. It follows their rise to power, their involvement in the city's political scene, and their conflicts with other gangs.
Keoghan's recent and upcoming projects
Keoghan recently received a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination and won the BAFTA in the same category for his role in Martin McDonagh's 2022 film, The Banshees of Inisherin. He also starred in Emerald Fennell's Saltburn, which earned him BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations. His upcoming projects include Bring Them Down—an untitled film from Trey Edward Shults, and potentially Amazon MGM Studios's adaptation of Don Winslow's novella Crime 101. It is slated for release on September 8.
