Lashana Lynch Joins 1950s 'Peaky Blinders' Sequel Series as Production Begins The Peaky Blinders franchise continues to expand with the announcement of a new sequel series set in the 1950s, following the release of the film The Immortal Man. BAFTA-winning actress Lashana Lynch has joined the cast of the project, which is currently in production in the United Kingdom. Lynch, known for her role as the first Black female 007 agent in No Time to Die, will portray a new character in this post-war chapter of the Shelby family’s story. The sequel series, which will span two seasons, is set in 1953 and follows the Shelby family as they navigate the challenges of rebuilding Birmingham after the devastation of the Blitz. Creator Steven Knight has described the era as a “brutal contest of mythical dimensions,” highlighting the tension between opportunity and danger that defines the period. The series is being produced by Kudos, the same team behind This Town and SAS Rogue Heroes, and will be distributed by the BBC and Netflix. Production for the series has already begun, with filming taking place in Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham. Early scenes were shot under the working title Peaky 1954, and the production team has utilized the historic Queen’s Theatre in Burslem to recreate the mid-century aesthetic for indoor scenes. Outdoor filming has also occurred on Jenkins Street, where the location was transformed into a 1950s-era setting with period-appropriate vehicles and set dressing. Lynch’s casting marks a significant addition to the cast, which includes Jamie Bell, Charlie Heaton, Jessica Brown Findlay, and Lucy Karczewski. These actors will join the returning stars of the original series, including Cillian Murphy, Paul Anderson, and Sophie Rundle.#peaky_blinders #steven_knight #bbc #lashana_lynch #kudos
