Tom Hardy’s Alfie Solomons Returns—How Will He Help Tommy Shelby Battle the Nazis?

The Peaky Blinders saga is far from over, and fans of the critically acclaimed series have much to look forward to in the upcoming feature-length film. Created by Steven Knight, the mastermind behind the hit historical gangster drama, the Peaky Blinders movie promises to take Tommy Shelby (played by Oscar winner Cillian Murphy) into even darker territory. Far from concluding the story, Knight has revealed that the film will only mark the end of this particular chapter in the Shelby family’s journey, with much more to come.

In an exclusive interview with The Post, Knight shared exciting new details about the forthcoming film, which is set to be released on Netflix. Although no official release date has been announced, the film’s premise is already capturing the imaginations of fans. Set against the backdrop of the Second World War, The Immortal Man will see Tommy Shelby square off against one of history’s most dangerous foes—the Nazis.

“It’s the Second World War, so Tommy is facing the Nazis, the enemy at the time in the 1940s,” Knight explained. “Britain was alone, fighting against Germans and Italians before America joined the war. So, he’s in a very perilous situation.” For Tommy Shelby, a man who has navigated both the criminal underworld and the political scene, this new war represents his most dangerous battle yet. But as Knight teased, Tommy won’t just be fighting external forces—he’ll also be battling his own inner demons. “As ever, [Tommy] confronts his own demons – and the demons that come for him – in his own particular way,” Knight added, promising that Tommy’s emotional struggles will remain a central theme.

As fans of the series know, Tommy’s journey has always been defined not just by his rise in the criminal underworld but also by the deep personal and psychological battles he faces. From his humble beginnings in post-World War I Birmingham to his rise as a political and criminal mastermind, Tommy has always struggled with his past. Now, as the world descends into global conflict, it seems his darkest challenges are still to come.

The film promises to bring back familiar faces, with several characters returning to join Tommy in his battle against the Nazi threat. Barry Keoghan and Dune star Rebecca Ferguson are set to join the Peaky Blinders world, while the film’s war setting hints at the return of Sam Claflin as Oswald Mosley, the notorious leader of the British Union of Fascists, who has long been one of Tommy’s most dangerous foes. But it’s the return of Tom Hardy’s character, Alfie Solomons, that has many fans buzzing.

Alfie Solomons, the Jewish gangster played by Hardy, has been one of the most unpredictable and compelling characters in the series. His dynamic with Tommy has ranged from adversarial to surprisingly cooperative, and the news that Alfie will return to aid Tommy in his war against the Nazis is a game-changer. Solomons is no stranger to bending the rules and making deals with the devil, and in this high-stakes conflict, his unique expertise and willingness to operate outside the law may be exactly what Tommy needs to confront the Nazi threat.

While Alfie’s return is a welcome development, one major character may be absent from the upcoming film. Paul Anderson, who plays Tommy’s troubled brother Arthur Shelby, has not been confirmed to return, likely due to personal legal issues that have affected the production. Knight remained tight-lipped about the official cast list but assured fans, “We’ve got the best possible cast of British actors that I think have ever been put together in one place, absolutely.”

Despite the heavy action and intense emotional stakes, Knight also reassured fans that the Peaky Blinders saga will continue beyond the film. “The movie will end ‘this part’ of the Peaky story,” Knight confirmed, “But we will continue it.” This statement has been a relief for fans who feared that the film would mark the end of the Shelby clan’s adventures. Whether the Peaky Blinders story continues through spin-offs, additional films, or other formats remains unclear, but one thing is certain: the Peaky Blinders universe isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.

As anticipation for The Immortal Man grows, it’s clear that Tommy Shelby’s journey is far from finished. With the return of Alfie Solomons and the rise of new and old enemies alike, the Shelbys are about to face their biggest war yet. The legacy of Peaky Blinders is set to live on—and fans can’t wait to see what comes next.

Stay tuned for more updates on the film’s release and future developments in the Peaky Blinders universe.