With Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man now streaming on Netflix, Irish star Cillian Murphy reprises his iconic role as Tommy Shelby. The film sees him return to Small Heath, where his son Duke (Barry Keoghan) has taken over the gang. As fans await new seasons, here are five standout Murphy films to stream.
First up is Steve, available on Netflix. Murphy plays a headmaster at a school for boys with behavioural difficulties, adapted from Max Porter's novel Shy. Co-starring Jay Lycurgo, the film has drawn praise from IMDb users, with one calling the leads 'Oscar-worthy' and another describing it as a 'must-see' that 'left me deeply moved'.
For a quieter drama, Small Things Like These on Prime Video showcases Murphy as a coal merchant in small-town Ireland who uncovers a dark secret in a local convent. Based on Claire Keegan's novel, one reviewer noted it 'deserves far more recognition' for its blend of emotional depth and psychological horror.
Murphy also shines in Christopher Nolan's Inception, streaming on Sky and NOW. He plays the heir to a business empire targeted by dream-infiltrating criminals. A review called it a 'one-of-a-kind mind-blowing masterpiece' and a highlight of Nolan's career.
Finally, 28 Days Later (on Sky and NOW) remains a breakthrough role, with Murphy as a coma survivor in a zombie-infested Britain. His recent Oppenheimer collaboration with Nolan earned him an Oscar and BAFTA.
