dailyloe.com – Jamie Bell and Charlie Heaton will star in a new ‘Peaky Blinders’ series, a major new installment for Netflix and the BBC created by Steven Knight. The period drama has officially begun production in Birmingham, England. It has been ordered for two full seasons, each containing six episodes.
Bell, known for ‘All of Us Strangers’ and ‘Rocketman’, will take on a leading role. Heaton, famous for ‘Stranger Things’, will also be a primary cast member. They are joined by actors Jessica Brown Findlay, Lashana Lynch, and Lucy Karczewski.
Filming is currently taking place at Digbeth Loc. Studios and surrounding areas in Birmingham. This location is historically significant to the show’s setting. The series continues the expansive world built by writer and creator Steven Knight.
The original ‘Peaky Blinders’ series, starring Cillian Murphy, became a global phenomenon. It aired for six seasons and concluded its main storyline in 2022. This new project represents a significant expansion of the popular franchise.
No specific plot details for the new series have been officially released. The casting announcement confirms a major new production is moving forward. Fans can expect the show’s signature period drama and gangster elements.[]
Source: Deadline
