With season 6 of Peaky Blinders having been heavily delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, its release is finally just around the corner, much to the elation of fans all over the world. With the threat of fascism gaining momentum within the British Parliament and World War II beckoning, Peaky Blinders season 6 promises to be as exciting and complex as the seasons that came before.
More and more details are beginning to surface about the latest season, and fans of the show have many reasons to be excited. Information about the casting, the storyline, and the future of the franchise have been released, along with much, much more.
Season 6 Will Air In Late February 2022
After severe delays to production due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the long-awaited and much-anticipated sixth season of Peaky Blinders will finally arrive this February. Initial filming for the season began over a year ago, in January 2021, and, according to an Instagram post from Anthony Byrne, the show’s director, filming wrapped in May 2021.
With no specific release date for Peaky Blinders season 6 having been confirmed yet, the only thing fans can do is speculate on potential dates. With the first episode of season 5 airing in the UK on a Sunday, a betting person might put their money on season 6 following suit and airing on either Sunday, February 20, or Sunday, February 27.
The Trailer Was Released On January 1, 2022
The release of an official trailer is undoubtedly one of the most exciting events that occur during the build-up to the release of a new movie or television series. The trailer for season 6 of Peaky Blinders was released on New Year’s Day, 2022, leaving fans from all over the globe buzzing with excitement.
The trailer depicts what appears to be an even darker and more desperate tone to what audiences have become accustomed to in previous seasons of Peaky Blinders, and this is not surprising, given the unstable political landscape in which season 6’s events are set.
The Returning Cast Have Been Confirmed
The creators of Peaky Blinders have assembled a recognizable cast of talented actors over the course of the show’s five seasons, with the likes of Adrien Brody, Sam Neill, and Annabelle Wallis all having appeared in the series.
While these actors will (probably) not be returning for season 6, along with the late, great Helen McCrory, who tragically ed away before the season’s filming began, many of the show’s top actors will be returning. Cillian Murphy, Paul Anderson, Sophie Rundle, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Tom Hardy are among the returning cast for season 6.
The New Cast Have Been Confirmed
With every new season of Peaky Blinders, there are several exciting additions to the cast, normally in the form of talented and high-profile actors. The biggest name to the cast for the season is Stephen Graham, who will undoubtedly impose himself on the series in whichever role he plays.
ing the cast alongside Stephen Graham are Conrad Khan, Amber Anderson, and James Frecheville. While it is unclear which role each new actor will occupy, fans can be certain that their acting talent is in keeping with the other brilliant cast and will undoubtedly add an interesting spin to season 6.
Season 6's General Plot Has Been Revealed
With season 5 of Peaky Blinders having ended in 2019, many fans have had two years to form their theories on which direction season 6 would take in of story. In recent months, the show’s creator, Steven Knight, has been taking part in a few promotional interviews, during which certain details about the plot of season 6 have been revealed.
According to NME, the season of Peaky Blinders sees Tommy Shelby facing his most difficult challenge yet, threatened by the rising tide of fascism, on the verge of a world war, and having to deal with serious threats from America.
The Season 6 Soundtrack Details
One of the best aspects of Peaky Blinders is the show’s epic soundtrack, which is famed for featuring many fantastic artists, such as Joy Division, Arctic Monkeys, and David Bowie. The season 6 soundtrack is almost certain to live up to the musical standards set by previous seasons, starting with the return of the show’s iconic opening theme, "Red Right Hand," by Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds.
In the interview with NME, Cillian Murphy says that the Peaky Blinders soundtrack must always be full of artists that are outsiders. This provides a strong hint to which kind of bands might feature on season 6's soundtrack, and it is great news for Peaky Blinders fans.
Season 6 Will Be The Last Ever Season Of Peaky Blinders
Ever since season 5 of Peaky Blinders finished in 2019, fans have speculated about many aspects of the show, including when the story of the Shelby family would wrap up for good. The release of the series 6 trailer ended the speculation for good, confirming that the season of Peaky Blinders will, in fact, be the last.
This is obviously devastating news for fans, but it does mean that season 6 will undoubtedly go out with a bang. Fans should that since season 6 will be the final season of Peaky Blinders, it is difficult to rule out potential deaths of important characters, such as Tommy Shelby himself, although this will only become clear when the season is released.
Season 6 Is Directed By Anthony Byrne
According to IMDb, Anthony Byrne will direct all of season 6, which consists of six episodes. The title of Peaky Blinders’ first episode of season 6 has been confirmed as "Black Day," with Byrne being credited as the director.
Byrne certainly has the experience for such a crucial role in the final season’s production, having directed season 5 in its entirety. Selecting Byrne to direct the two final seasons could indeed be a stroke of genius from the show’s production team as it allows the Shelby story to be told more coherently in of tone and on-screen atmosphere.
Steven Knight Is The Main Writer For Season 6
Something fans may not have known about Peaky Blinders is that Steven Knight is the creator of the series and, with season 6 done and dusted, has written all 36 episodes of the show. According to Express, Knight is very optimistic about the final season, saying that the characters face "the most jeopardy they've faced."
Knight is yet to put a foot wrong when it comes to Peaky Blinders, with the first five seasons receiving widespread critical praise. Given Knight’s optimism about season 6, fans should expect some of the best television they have ever seen, especially with it being the final season.
Season 6 Is Not The Last We See Of The Peaky Blinders
Although the Peaky Blinders creator, Steven Knight, has confirmed that season 6 will be the final season of the show, he has outlined intentions to continue the story via other media.
According to The Guardian, Knight intends to continue the Peaky Blinders story after season 6, first as a ballet and then as a movie. The Guardian reports that Knight has no finalized long-term story plans and that the “writing and making of the film will tell us where we should go next.” Regardless, Knight is fully capable of producing brilliant Peaky Blinders content for years to come and seems keen on doing so.