After a successful limited run in theatres, the Shelby family has officially returned to Netflix in the long-awaited film 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man.' The movie serves as an explosive expansion of the beloved franchise, featuring Cillian Murphy in his iconic role as Tommy Shelby. He is joined by a star-studded group of newcomers, including Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, and Tim Roth, alongside returning favourites like Sophie Rundle and Stephen Graham.
Of all the new faces, Ferguson made a massive impact as Kaulo Chiriklo, the twin sister of Duke Shelby's mother. In a recent interview with Collider, she opened up about her character's calculated move to take over the Shelby hierarchy. She explained that Kaulo targets Tommy when he is at his most vulnerable, knowing that his mind is filled with ghosts and loneliness. For her character, there was no better time to seize control than when he was at his weakest point.
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Will Rebecca Ferguson Return?
Fans are already looking forward to the confirmed Peaky Blinders sequel series, which will consist of two six-episode seasons, and many are wondering if Rebecca Ferguson will return. While she isn't ruled out, the actress is keeping expectations grounded. She mentioned that she never says no to a role, but she also feels that while Kaulo was essential for the film, not every character needs to continue forever. She suggested that sometimes it is okay to leave an audience wanting more.
Even as the franchise prepares to move in a new direction, the success of the film rested on Cillian Murphy's shoulders. Critics have praised the Oscar winner for being as charismatic as ever, noting that his performance holds the audience's attention until the very last frame. While the plot has its predictable moments, the consensus is that the movie delivers exactly what fans would want from a Peaky Blinders finale. You can catch 'The Immortal Man' streaming now on Netflix.
