If you thought Cillian Murphy was going to take a long nap after sweeping every award show for Oppenheimer, you’ve clearly never seen the man work. He isn't slowing down. Actually, it’s kinda the opposite. After months of rumors and grainy set photos, we finally have a clear view of the new Cillian Murphy movie everyone has been losing their minds over: Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man.
It is happening. For real. No more "maybe next year" or "Steven Knight is still writing the script." The flat cap is back on.
The movie is currently slated to hit select theaters on March 6, 2026, before it lands on Netflix on March 20, 2026. Honestly, it feels like a lifetime since we saw Tommy Shelby riding off into the sunset at the end of Season 6. But this isn't just a "very long episode." It’s being described as a full-blown epic crime drama.
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is Finally Coming
Let’s talk about the title first. The Immortal Man. It’s a bit dramatic, sure, but it fits Tommy Shelby perfectly, doesn't it? The guy has survived more assassination attempts, wars, and internal demons than basically anyone in cinematic history.
Production actually wrapped in December 2024. We’ve seen the first-look photos already. One shows a slightly older, weather-beaten Tommy on a horse, looking like he’s seen some things. Another shows Barry Keoghan—yes, the Barry Keoghan—looking like he’s about to cause some serious trouble.
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Adding Keoghan to the Peaky-verse is a masterstroke. He has this chaotic energy that matches Murphy’s quiet intensity. Rebecca Ferguson is also in the mix, alongside Tim Roth and Jay Lycurgo. It’s a stacked cast. Steven Knight, the creator, has called the script "no holds barred."
What is the plot?
The story is reportedly moving into the World War II era. We’re leaving the 1920s behind. That means the stakes are higher, the weapons are bigger, and the political landscape is even more of a minefield. Tommy Shelby in the middle of the Blitz? It’s going to be absolute chaos.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and the Return of Jim
Wait, there’s more. If you're a fan of Murphy's early work, you probably remember 28 Days Later. Well, the sequel, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, is officially hitting theaters on January 16, 2026.
For a long time, we weren't sure if Murphy would actually show up in front of the camera or just stay behind the scenes as an executive producer.
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He's back.
He is reprising his role as Jim. Now, according to an interview he did with The Observer, his role in The Bone Temple is "brief" and comes toward the end. But—and this is the big part—it supposedly sets the stage for him to be a lead in the third film of the trilogy. It’s basically a massive tease for what’s coming next. Nia DaCosta is directing this one, and the buzz from the London premiere on January 13, 2026, was that the "human violence" in this installment is way more terrifying than the actual virus.
Why "Steve" is the Cillian Murphy Movie You Probably Missed
While everyone is screaming about Tommy Shelby, Murphy actually released a project called Steve in late 2025. It’s a smaller, much more intimate film based on the novella Shy by Max Porter.
Murphy plays a headteacher at a reform college. He’s struggling to keep the school open while also trying to save a specific student (played by Jay Lycurgo). It’s not an action movie. There are no explosions. It’s just raw, heavy acting.
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If you haven't seen it yet, it's sitting on Netflix right now. It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September 2025 and honestly, it shows a side of him that Oppenheimer fans will love. It’s that quiet, vibrating-with-stress energy he does better than anyone else.
What’s Next: Blood Runs Coal
Universal Pictures isn't letting go of their Oscar winner either. They’ve greenlit Blood Runs Coal, which Murphy is both starring in and producing.
- The Setting: Pennsylvania coal mines in the 1960s.
- The Story: It’s based on the true story of the Yablonski murders.
- The Role: Cillian plays Chip Yablonski, a lawyer seeking justice after his father, a union activist, is murdered.
This one is still in development, but with Jez and John-Henry Butterworth (the guys behind Ford v Ferrari) writing the script, it’s clearly being positioned as a heavy-hitter for a future awards season.
Actionable Next Steps for Fans
If you're trying to keep up with the new Cillian Murphy movie cycle, here is how you should prioritize your watchlist over the next few months:
- Watch Steve on Netflix immediately. It’s his most recent completed work and gives you a taste of his "Big Things Films" production company style.
- Catch 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple in theaters. It’s out now (January 2026). If you want to see Jim again, you have to go.
- Clear your schedule for March 20, 2026. That’s when Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man drops on Netflix. If you can, try to see it in a cinema on March 6 first—the scale of this one is meant for the big screen.
- Track Blood Runs Coal. This is likely his big 2027 project. Keep an eye on production updates starting this summer.
The "Murphy-ssance" is far from over. Whether he's a traumatized headteacher, a post-apocalyptic survivor, or a Birmingham gangster, the man is currently holding the keys to Hollywood.