Netflix and BBC Announce "Peaky Blinders" Sequel with two New Series

Much-loved series PEAKY BLINDERS will return with a bang to Netflix and the BBC, telling the story of a new generation of Shelbys, from writer and creator Steven Knight.

Announcing two new series, each featuring 6 x 60' episodes, which will be shot at Digbeth Loc. Studios, Birmingham. Both series will be produced by Kudos (SAS Rogue Heroes, House of Guinness, Grantchester) and Garrison Drama (Peaky Blinders Series 1-6, The Peaky Blinders Film). The timeline of the sequel will follow on from the eagerly anticipated Peaky Blinders' feature film, which is currently in post-production.

Log line:

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.

Production Company:

Kudos (SAS Rogue Heroes, House of Guinness, Grantchester) &

Garrison Drama (Peaky Blinders Series 1-6, The Peaky Blinders Film)

Executive Producers:

Cillian Murphy

Karen Wilson & Martin Haines (Kudos)

Jamie Glazebrook (Garrison Drama)

Jo McClellan (BBC)

Mona Qureshi and Toby Bentley will oversee for Netflix

Steven Knight said: '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.'

Mona Qureshi for Netflix said; "We couldn't be more excited to be embarking on a new chapter of Peaky Blinders with our wonderful partners at Kudos, Garrison Drama and the BBC. There are few modern storytellers to match Steven Knight and we will be on the edge of our seats as he returns to the streets of Birmingham and to the next generation of the Shelby family. Along with our global audience, we are ready to be captivated anew!"

Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, says: "This game-changing show made a huge impact when it first came to our screens 12 years ago and it is one of the BBC's most-loved dramas. Steven has worked his magic once again and I can't wait for his scripts to be brought to life when filming begins in Birmingham. We are delighted to be working with Kudos, Garrison Drama and Netflix on this epic show. There's plenty of drama for Peaky fans to look forward to!"

Patrick Holland; CEO, Banijay UK said; "Peaky Blinders is one of the most iconic, era-defining dramas of our time and Banijay UK is delighted to be helping to bring Steven Knight's vision for the epic next chapters to life. Made by a brilliant new production partnership, led by Karen Wilson at Kudos, with Jamie Glazebrook from Garrison Drama, the story of the next generation of Shelbys will grip Peaky fans old and new."

About Netflix:

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films, and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching, as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

About the BBC:

The BBC is the world's leading public service broadcaster which is impartial and independent, and every day we create distinctive, world-class programmes and content which inform, educate and entertain millions of people in the UK and around the world. The BBC includes a portfolio of television services, national and local radio networks, and global digital services

About Banijay UK (Kudos and Garrison Drama):Banijay UK, part of Banijay Entertainment, is a leading content production group, home to exceptional producers in both scripted and unscripted.

Banijay UK acquired Caryn Mandabach Productions in June 2024 and under the agreement the rights to Peaky Blinders became part of the group. The company was renamed Garrison Drama following the acquisition.

Kudos is an acclaimed scripted producer with a close working relationship and UK first look deal with Steven Knight. Kudos Knight is their creative partnership established in 2022 to grow a world-renowned scripted production hub in the Midlands.