Peaky Blinders bosses confirm stellar cast for 'next generation' spin-off
Fantastic Four, Stranger Things and James Bond stars unite!
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The BBC left all fans of Peaky Blinders reeling back in October 2025 when they unbelievably confirmed that there would be TWO brand new seasons of the show - in the form of the "next generation" series. Following the release of the Peaky Blinders film, The Immortal Man, in March 2026, fans will be delighted to hear the news that the spin-off is moving forward.
Announcing some incredible cast confirmations, the as-yet-untitled show will star Billy Elliot and Fantastic Four actor Jamie Bell in the main role as Duke Shelby - Tommy's illegitimate son who was played by Conrad Khan in season six of Peaky Blinders and by Barry Keoghan in the film.
Who will be in the cast of the next generation Peaky Blinders show?
The BBC confirmed in April 2026 that Jamie Bell would be leading the cast as previously established character Duke Shelby. Show creator Steven Knight said in a statement that the team were "incredibly fortunate" to have secured Jamie for the lead role, who is well known for his role in the Billy Elliot film as a child, later starring in King Kong, Jumper, The Adventures of Tintin, Fantastic Four and Rocketman.
We also know that Stranger Things star Charlie Heaton will portray a prominent character, with Jessica Brown Findlay, known from Downton Abbey, Lashana Lynch who starred in James Bond film No Time To Die and Lucy Karczewski also being cast.
What will the new series of Peaky Blinders be about?
We've got a plot synopsis from the BBC: 'Britain, 1953. After being heavily bombed in WWII, Birmingham is building a better future out of concrete and steel. In a new era of Steven Knight’s Peaky Blinders, the race to own Birmingham’s massive reconstruction project becomes a brutal contest of mythical dimensions.
'This is a city of unprecedented opportunity and danger: with the Shelby family right at its blood-soaked heart.'
Steven Knight has said of the upcoming series: "I’m thrilled to be announcing this new chapter in the Peaky Blinders story. Once again it will be rooted in Birmingham and will tell the story of a city rising from the ashes of the Birmingham blitz. The new generation of Shelbys have taken the wheel and it will be a hell of a ride."
A press release in April 2026 added that the show will be set 10 years after The Immortal Man, with additional plot information as follows: 'In this new era of Peaky Blinders, a decade after World War Two, the race to rebuild Birmingham becomes a brutal contest of mythical dimensions.
'This is a city of unprecedented opportunity and jeopardy. At its blood-soaked heart is Duke Shelby: older, wiser, more ambitious, and most certainly more dangerous.'
When will the new series of Peaky Blinders come out?
There's no release date yet, but we can guess it may be the end of 2026 or early 2027.
How can I watch the next generation series?
It will air on the BBC as well as being able to stream on Netflix.
How many episodes will there be?
There will be two series of this show, which is currently untitled, and they will each feature six, 60-minute episodes to further the story.
Where is it filmed?
It'll be filmed in Digbeth, Birmingham and also be set there too, as was the original series.
Will Cillian Murphy be in the new seasons?
It's unlikely that Cillian will return as Tommy Shelby, given that his storyline ends in the Peaky Blinders film, The Immortal Man. But never say never in Peaky! We've seen previous characters appear as hallucinations, so it's always a possibility. However, we do know for sure that Cillian will be involved as an executive producer.
When was it announced?
The new series was officially confirmed in October 2025, but Steven Knight dropped many serious hints prior to that. He spoke to Paris Match in December 2024, and - as translated by Screen Rant - he said: "We are going to focus on the new generation in a series that will take place after the Second World War."
He then told BBC Breakfast in February 2025 that although he "wasn't allowed to announce it", the "world of Peaky will continue", adding: "It's not over, let's just put it like that."
And in May 2025, he pretty much confirmed it was happening to Birmingham Live, saying: "There is a new series and what's really great for Birmingham is that, like the film, it will be shot here," adding that it would be about the "next generation" of the Peaky Blinders.
Scroll through to see the cast of the Peaky Blinders film:
Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby
Cillian Murphy will be reprising his role as everyone's favourite anti-hero, Tommy Shelby, who discovered at the end of the final season that his terminal diagnosis was a fake ploy at the hands of Oswald Mosley, the fascist MP.
Of rejoining the Peaky cast, Cillian said: "It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn't finished with me... It is very gratifying to be recollaborating with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film version of Peaky Blinders. This is one for the fans."
Cillian is one of the most prolific actors of our time with a plethora of credits to his name. To name a few, you may recognise him from 28 Days Later, The Dark Knight trilogy, Dunkirk and Oppenheimer, for which he won an Oscar, a BAFTA, a Golden Globe and an IFTA.
Sophie Rundle as Ada Thorne
Tommy's sister Ada, played by Sophie Rundle, also features in the film. In season six, we saw Ada step up in the family business and even involving herself in Tommy's political pursuits. Sophie was confirmed to be appearing in the film in October 2024, along with Stephen Graham (Hayden Stagg), Ned Dennehy (Charlie Strong), Packy Lee (Johnny Dogs) and Ian Peck (Curly).
Sophie is also known for her roles as Ann Walker in Gentleman Jack, Lucy in The Bletchley Circle, Vicky Budd in Bodyguard, ITV's Titanic miniseries, Call the Midwife, Happy Valley, The Nest, The Diplomat and After the Flood.
Stephen Graham as Hayden Stagg
Hayden Stagg only appeared in two episodes of Peaky Blinders season six, but he was able to make a lasting impression in just a few scenes - thanks to Stephen Graham's renowned acting prowess. It's no surprise he was asked to return for the film, given such an enigmatic and sporadic appearance in the series. A union convener and dock worker in Liverpool, Hayden was found to be pilfering and selling the Shelby's opium behind their backs - but Tommy chose to trust him with a different task by the end of the series... Protecting a shipment of guns.
Stephen has a plethora of acting credits to his name, having starred in Snatch, Gangs of New York, This Is England, Boardwalk Empire, Pirates of the Caribbean, Line of Duty, Boiling Point, White House Farm, Time, Help, Matilda the Musical, A Thousand Blows and Adolescence.
Rebecca Ferguson as twins Kaulo and Zelda
Hollywood star Rebecca Ferguson is a brand new face to the world of Peaky, playing the dual role of twins Kaulo and Zelda.
Rebecca may be most well-known for her role as Ilsa Faust in the Mission Impossible series opposite Tom Cruise, but she's also been in the 2014 Hercules film adaptation with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, The Girl on the Train, The Greatest Showman, Doctor Sleep, Dune and The White Queen among many others.
Barry Keoghan as Duke Shelby
Details around Barry Keoghan's character were shrouded in mystery - that is, until a couple of weeks before the film's release. The Irish actor has had a stratospheric rise to fame in the last couple of years, and online forums speculated that he'd either portray Tommy Shelby's son Charlie or be another member of the Peaky gang. The fact he was photographed on set wearing the signature flat cap was a slightly telling sign! It was then confirmed at the end of February 2026 that he would be portraying Duke Shelby, taking over from Conrad Khan who played the character in season six.
After various roles in small films and TV shows, Barry became "one to watch" in 2017 after his stellar turn in Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk and The Killing of a Sacred Deer. Since then, he's starred in American Animals, Calm With Horses, Chernobyl, The Green Knight, Eternals, The Batman, The Banshees of Inisherin, Saltburn, Top Boy and Masters of the Air.
Tim Roth as John Beckett
Again, information about Tim Roth's participation in the film was kept tightly behind production lines. The Hollywood star was announced to have been cast shortly after Rebecca Ferguson and Barry Keoghan.
Tim may be best known for his collaborations with American director Quentin Tarantino, having appeared in his films Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction among others. He's also been in The Hit, Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead, Rob Roy, The War Zone, Planet of the Apes, The Incredible Hulk, Selma, Lie to Me, Rillington Place, Tin Star and She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.
Ned Dennehy as Charlie Strong
Fans of the show will have been glad to hear the news that Peaky stalwart Ned Dennehy would be returning as Charlie Strong. A brother of the Shelby family's late mother, Uncle Charlie always helped Tom with his schemes - but tried to steer his morals back to safety when they appeared to be swaying. In the final episode, Charlie was still by Tommy's side, entrusted with various responsibilities as Tom disappeared to what he thought was his death.
Ned has also appeared in the likes of Reign of Fire, Sherlock Holmes, Harry Potter, The Eagle, Jane Eyre, The Woman in Black: Angel of Death, Calm with Horses, Guns Akimbo, Dickensian, Good Omens, The Young Offenders, Outlander and Shōgun.
Ian Peck as Curly
Another fan-favourite returning to the fold was Ian Peck's Curly. Stable-hand Curly was a long-time friend and ally to the family, being cared for by Charlie due to having additional needs but deeply trusted by Tommy due to his apparent connection and understanding with horses, and his loyalty to the Shelby family.
Ian has also appeared in His Dark Materials, Father Brown, Robin Hood, Lady Chatterley's Lover, Endeavour, The Wolfman and Harry Potter, among a smattering of other TV appearances.
Packy Lee as Johnny Dogs
Yet another welcome familiar face is Packy Lee as Johnny Dogs. Having long been an ally to the family through their Romani heritage, Johnny was instrumental in pretty much every scheme the Shelby family ran throughout the series - including Tommy's last big bust up with his cousin Michael, Aunt Polly Gray's son.
Packy is best known for his role as Johnny Dogs in Peaky Blinders, but has also appeared in Blue Lights, Derry Girls, The Witcher, The Frankenstein Chronicles and Clean Break, with a few other TV titles under his belt.
Ruby Ashbourne Serkis as Agnes Shelby
Another new face to the franchise is Ruby Ashbourne Serkis, who plays the role of Agnes Shelby.
If Ruby's name or face looks slightly familiar, it's because she comes from a famous family. Her father is Andy Serkis, best known for playing Gollum in the Lord of the Rings series and Caesar in the Planet of the Apes franchise, and her mother is Lorraine Ashbourne, who viewers may know from the likes of Alma's Not Normal and Bridgerton. Ruby herself has also starred in Cider with Rosie, National Treasure, The Letter for the King, The Serpent, Becoming Elizabeth and I, Jack Wright.
Jay Lycurgo as Elijah
Jay Lycurgo is also a new actor on the scene for The Immortal Man.
Jay already has some pretty impressive titles to his name, having appeared in I May Destroy You, War of the Worlds, Cheaters, The Batman, Titans and Generation Z.
Read more:
Peaky Blinders: Everything you need to know about the BBC show
Here's everything you need to know about the Peaky Blinders film The Immortal Man
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