Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight has disclosed the fate of Arthur Shelby in the upcoming film The Immortal Man, confirming that the character will not appear. Arthur, played by Paul Anderson in the television series, is notably absent from the movie, which serves as the final chapter of the story.
Knight revealed that while several familiar faces return, including Cillian Murphy's Tommy Shelby, Arthur is missing. The film, set during World War II, follows a broken Tommy Shelby living in isolation on a decaying country estate, haunted by past losses. The plot is driven by his illegitimate son Duke, played by Barry Keoghan, who leads the younger generation of Peaky Blinders.
Knight also shared a personal anecdote about Murphy's commitment to the role, noting that after winning awards for Oppenheimer, Murphy texted him saying, 'I can't wait to get started,' indicating his dedication to finishing the story. The film is designed as a standalone experience, accessible to new viewers.
