Peaky Blinders

Peaky Blinders (2013- )

RunningScripted showDrama, Crime, History

An epic gangster drama set in the lawless streets of 1920s Birmingham.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00

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Lock and Key
Season 6Episode 680 min

Lock and Key

A war veteran who fought in the trenches, Tommy Shelby has been a gangster, an entrepreneur, a captain of industry, a spy and ultimately a Member of Parliament. In the course of this odyssey, he has taken on numerous criminal organisations, business adversaries, foreign insurgents, and the British Establishment itself.

Now, in the 1930s, as the clouds of the coming storm gather, he faces the consequences of his experiences and his actions.

Apr 3, 2022

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E06Lock and KeyApr 3, 2022
S06E05The Road to HellMar 27, 2022
S06E04SapphireMar 20, 2022
S06E03GoldMar 13, 2022
S06E02Black ShirtMar 6, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did *Peaky Blinders* premiere?

It premiered on September 12, 2013.

Who created the series *Peaky Blinders*?

The series was created by Steven Knight.

In which English city is *Peaky Blinders* primarily set?

The show is primarily set in Birmingham, England.

What historical period does the first season of *Peaky Blinders* take place in?

The first season is set in the aftermath of World I, specifically the year 1919.

Which real‑life criminal organization inspired the name “Peaky Blinders”?

The name was inspired by the actual Birmingham street gang known as the Peaky Blinders, active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

What distinctive accessory do the gang members famously wear?

They are known for wearing flat caps with razor blades sewn into the brims.

Who portrays the series’ lead character, Thomas Shelby?

Cillian Murphy plays Thomas “Tommy” Shelby.

What is the name of the Shelby family’s illegal betting operation?

The operation is called the “Shelby Company Limited” and runs an illegal bookmaking business.

Which character is known as “Polly” and what is her role in the family?

“Polly” Gray, played by Helen McCrory, serves as the matriarch and the family’s financial adviser.

Which historical figure makes a cameo appearance in the series?

Winston Churchill appears in a brief cameo during later seasons.

What major business venture does Tommy pursue in season 2?

He expands into the legal whisky trade by establishing a distillery.

Which rival gang does the Shelby family clash with in season 3?

They clash with the Italian-American mafia led by Luca Changretta.

What tragic event marks the end of season 4 for the Shelby family?

The season concludes with the death of a key family member, bringing the family to the brink of collapse.

Cast

Emmett J. Scanlan

Emmett J. Scanlan

plays Billy Grade
Helen McCrory

Helen McCrory

plays Polly Gray
Charlie Murphy

Charlie Murphy

plays Jessie Eden
James Frecheville

James Frecheville

plays Jack Nelson
Neil Maskell

Neil Maskell

plays Winston Churchill
Iddo Goldberg

Iddo Goldberg

plays Freddie Thorne
Tommy Flanagan

Tommy Flanagan

plays Arthur Senior
Aidan Gillen

Aidan Gillen

plays Aberama Gold
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Characters

Billy Grade

Billy Grade

played by Emmett J. Scanlan
Polly Gray

Polly Gray

played by Helen McCrory
Jessie Eden

Jessie Eden

played by Charlie Murphy
Jack Nelson

Jack Nelson

played by James Frecheville
Winston Churchill

Winston Churchill

played by Neil Maskell
Freddie Thorne

Freddie Thorne

played by Iddo Goldberg
Arthur Senior

Arthur Senior

played by Tommy Flanagan
Aberama Gold

Aberama Gold

played by Aidan Gillen
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Also known as

  • Birmingham bandája (Hungary)
  • Острые козырьки (Russian Federation)
  • Гострі картузи (Ukraine)

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