Peaky Blinders (2013)

Synopsis

A gangster family epic set in 1919 Birmingham, England and centered on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby, who means to move up in the world.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix

Buy

• Amazon Video
• Apple TV Store

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Cillian Murphy as Thomas Shelby
• Paul Anderson as Arthur Shelby
• Sophie Rundle as Ada Shelby
• Helen McCrory as Polly Gray
• Finn Cole as Michael Gray
• Ian Peck as Curly
• Ned Dennehy as Charlie Strong
• Natasha O'Keeffe as Lizzie Stark
• Harry Kirton as Finn Shelby
• Joe Cole as John Shelby

If you liked Peaky Blinders, try

• Sons of Anarchy
• MobLand
• Boardwalk Empire
• Goliath
• The Westies
• Godfather of Harlem
• Ripper Street
• Rome

BingeNext's take

If you’re into gritty crime dramas with a strong sense of time and place, Peaky Blinders is a solid pick. Set in 1919 Birmingham, England, it follows the Shelby family, a gang known for sewing razor blades into their caps, led by the determined Tommy Shelby played by Cillian Murphy. The show has six seasons and 36 episodes, giving you plenty of time to get hooked on the intense family dynamics and power struggles. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys a mix of historical atmosphere and sharp, tense storytelling. Watching it feels like stepping into a tough, smoky world where every move counts, and the characters are as complex as the era they live in. If you’ve liked series such as Sons of Anarchy or Boardwalk Empire, this one will likely keep you glued to the screen.