Peaky Blinders is a British television crime drama series created by Steven Knight. It is set in Birmingham, England in the aftermath of World War I and follows the story of the Shelby family, a notorious gangster family led by Tommy Shelby (played by Cillian Murphy).
The series premiered in 2013 and ran for five seasons, with the final season airing in 2019. The show has been praised for its acting, writing, and cinematography, and has developed a dedicated fan following.
In the show, the Peaky Blinders are named after the razor blades that they sew into the peaks of their caps, which they use as weapons. The series explores themes such as family, loyalty, power, and corruption, and features a strong cast including Murphy, Helen McCrory, Paul Anderson, and Tom Hardy.