Trending Now - Charlie Heaton Cast as Tommy Shelby's Grown Son in 'peaky Blinders' Sequel
WHO:
Deadline - Charlie Heaton, known for his role in "Stranger Things," is cast as Charles Shelby, Tommy Shelby's eldest son.
Variety - Jamie Bell is also part of the cast in the untitled sequel to "Peaky Blinders."
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - The plot synopsis states, “Having fought a violent war, much of it behind enemy lines, Charles Shelby is now embracing normality.”
The Hollywood Reporter - The series is set years after the events of "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man."
The Hollywood Reporter - The series will feature a race to rebuild Birmingham, described as “a brutal contest of mythical dimensions.”
Collider - The sequel series is officially described as a continuation of the "Peaky Blinders" story, focusing on the character of Charles Shelby, played by Charlie Heaton.
Deadline - The first look image of Charlie Heaton as Charles Shelby was revealed, showcasing his character in the sequel series.
Variety - The first image shows Heaton on the set of the untitled sequel to "Peaky Blinders," indicating a shift from the 1980s to the 1950s setting.
Deadline - Netflix and the BBC have unveiled a first look image of Charlie Heaton in the role.
Variety - Heaton is set to play Charles Shelby in the sequel series.
WHERE:
The Hollywood Reporter - The series is currently filming in and around Digbeth Loc Studios in Birmingham.
Variety - The setting of the sequel is described as the 1950s.
WHEN:
Variety - The sequel series is untitled and does not have a specified release date.
WHY:
The Hollywood Reporter - The production is supported by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) as part of a new BBC partnership agreement to expand production investment in the West Midlands.
Deadline - The casting of Heaton resolves the mystery surrounding his role since his casting announcement.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - The series is produced by Banijay U.K. companies Kudos and Garrison Drama.
Deadline - The first look image was revealed by Netflix and the BBC.
(UPDATED May 23, 2026 04:13 UTC)
A new series, set years after "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man," is currently filming in and around Digbeth Loc Studios in Birmingham, where it will depict a race to rebuild the city in a brutal contest of mythical dimensions. The plot follows Charles Shelby, who, after fighting a violent war behind enemy lines, is now embracing a sense of normality. This production is backed by the West Midlands Combined Authority as part of a partnership with the BBC to boost investment in the region, and it's being produced by Banijay U.K. companies Kudos and Garrison Drama.
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(UPDATED May 22, 2026 19:28 UTC)
A sequel series to the popular show "Peaky Blinders" has been officially announced, continuing the story with a focus on the character Charles Shelby, who will be portrayed by Charlie Heaton. This new installment promises to delve deeper into the Shelby family's legacy and the challenges they face. Fans can look forward to exploring this next chapter in the "Peaky Blinders" saga.
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(UPDATED May 22, 2026 17:36 UTC)
The first look image of Charlie Heaton as Charles Shelby has been revealed, giving fans a glimpse of his character in the upcoming sequel series to "Peaky Blinders." This image showcases Heaton on set and indicates a shift in the storyline's setting from the 1980s to the 1950s. Fans are eagerly anticipating more details about this untitled sequel as it develops.
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(UPDATED May 22, 2026 15:55 UTC)
Charlie Heaton, known for his role in "Stranger Things," has been cast as Charles Shelby, Tommy Shelby's eldest son, in the untitled sequel to "Peaky Blinders," which is set in the 1950s. Netflix and the BBC have also unveiled a first look image of Heaton in this role, resolving the mystery surrounding his casting. Additionally, Jamie Bell is joining the cast, although the sequel series currently does not have a specified release date.