Barry Keoghan Is Officially Cillian Murphy’s Peaky Blinders Successor

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The popular series Peaky Blinders is continuing as a movie, titled The Immortal Man, which will be released in theaters on March 6, 2026. Cillian Murphy will return as Tommy Shelby, and Barry Keoghan will also star in a role that has been kept under wraps until now.

The trailer for The Immortal Man reveals that Barry Keoghan will play Duke Shelby, Tommy Shelby’s long-lost son. This is a change from season six of Peaky Blinders, where Duke was first introduced and played by Conrad Khan.

Duke has always been somewhat distant from the Shelby family, especially from Tommy. However, as the series has progressed, he’s shown he could become a major figure in their criminal enterprise. The trailer for the Peaky Blinders movie confirms this, showcasing Duke stepping into a powerful role.

Barry Keoghan Plays Tommy Shelby’s Son Duke In Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man

We knew Barry Keoghan would appear in the Peaky Blinders film, The Immortal Man, but it’s still surprising to learn he’s playing Duke Shelby. Since Duke was already played by an actor of similar age in season 6 of Peaky Blinders, many fans expected Keoghan to take on a different role.

The upcoming Peaky Blinders movie should resolve the tense conflict between Duke and Finn Shelby, which almost turned deadly in the show’s final episode. However, the trailer hints that Tommy Shelby might be the one in real danger. It shows a heated confrontation between father and son when Tommy returns to Small Heath, with Tommy angrily slamming his fist on a desk while facing Duke.

Duke Shelby Has Taken Over The Peaky Blinders In The Movie

Tommy’s conflict with his son stems from Duke seemingly bringing the violent tactics of the Peaky Blinders’ past back to Small Heath while Tommy is away. As Ada Shelby observes, Duke is essentially running the gang as if it’s 1919 again, having fully taken control of Tommy’s territory and organization.

Okay, so it looks like Barry Keoghan is stepping into Cillian Murphy’s shoes as the head of this criminal empire. We had a hint of this from an early look at his character in The Immortal Man, but now it’s confirmed – and it’s a big deal because he’s playing Tommy’s son. That family connection instantly adds a whole new layer of intensity and makes things much more personal. It’s not just about taking over the business; it’s about legacy, and that raises the stakes considerably.

What Barry Keoghan’s Role Means For The Peaky Blinders Franchise

Barry Keoghan’s character is likely to become a key figure in the Peaky Blinders universe. With the upcoming film, The Immortal Man, expected to conclude Tommy Shelby’s story, it seems logical that Keoghan’s character, Duke, will step up as the new leader of the organization.

With Netflix developing a Peaky Blinders sequel alongside Steven Knight, Barry Keoghan is a strong contender to lead the new series – especially after the trailer for The Immortal Man was released. However, it’s important to remember that his character, Duke Shelby, might not make it through the events of the film.

I’m really worried about Tommy in The Immortal Man – it looks like his time might be running out. And now, seeing the trailer, it seems his son is getting into some incredibly dangerous situations, too! It’s unsettling to see Keoghan’s character teaming up with Tim Roth’s character, who appears to be a truly frightening fascist, especially knowing it all leads to a showdown with Tommy. It just adds so much tension!

Once again, Peaky Blinders has us in its grip. March 6 will tell us what’s coming next.

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2026-02-19 21:19