Cillian Murphy’s Oscar Chances Soar After Bombshell Peaky Blinders Movie Announcement!

Cillian Murphy’s Oscar prospects have just received a significant boost, thanks to an exciting update from Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. The much-anticipated Peaky Blinders movie, titled The Immortal Man, is scheduled to hit theaters and Netflix at the end of 2025. With Murphy’s recent win for Best Actor at the Academy Awards for his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the film’s release strategy could help propel him toward another Oscar nomination.

The Peaky Blinders movie, which will see Murphy reprise his iconic role as Thomas Shelby, is already generating immense excitement among fans. The film also stars Barry Keoghan, who has been spotted filming alongside his Irish compatriot. Set during World War II, the movie continues the gripping saga of the Shelby family, following the events of the beloved TV series. The collaboration between Netflix and theatrical distributors means that audiences will have the chance to experience the drama on the big screen—an opportunity Knight is particularly enthusiastic about.

In a recent conversation with The Playlist, Steven Knight shared his excitement for the movie’s theatrical release. “It was never promoted massively, but people just found it and told each other about it,” Knight said, referring to the fan-driven popularity of Peaky Blinders. “And the way that they’re so passionate about it, I really want them to be watching this all together in one building because the communication has all been virtual, which is fine. But I do want this to be in cinemas so that people can sit there together and watch this thing happen.”

When asked about the film’s release, Knight confirmed the news, saying, “Yes, I just made that announcement,” affirming that The Immortal Man would indeed be shown in cinemas. This is a crucial detail for Murphy’s Oscar eligibility, as a theatrical release is a requirement for a film to qualify for the prestigious award.

Murphy’s potential second Oscar win is already a topic of conversation among industry insiders, with the movie’s theatrical release now adding another layer of excitement. Fans are eager to see how the gritty portrayal of Tommy Shelby during the chaos of World War II will resonate on the big screen. Alongside Murphy, the film will feature several familiar faces from the series, including Stephen Graham, Sophie Rundle, Ned Dennehy, Packy Lee, and Ian Peck.

As the excitement builds for the release of The Immortal Man, Murphy’s already stellar reputation is set to be further solidified. With the film’s theatrical run, his chances for another Oscar nomination have just become a little more likely.