Oscar-nominated actor Barry Keoghan, known for his roles in “The Banshees of Inisherin” and “Saltburn,” has joined the cast of Netflix’s highly anticipated “Peaky Blinders” movie. According to Deadline, Keoghan will appear alongside series regular Cillian Murphy and newcomer Rebecca Ferguson. (Also Read: At Cannes, Barry Keoghan jokes about doing a musical after ‘Bird’)
The website also notes that, like Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan’s role in the film is being kept a secret. Netflix gave the green light for a movie adaptation of the popular web series in June, with Cillian Murphy returning as Tommy Shelby, the iconic leader of the Birmingham gangster family.
The show’s creator, Steven Knight, has written the movie’s script and will produce it alongside Caryn Mandabach, Murphy, and Guy Heeley. Executive producers for the film include Harper, David Kosse, Jamie Glazebrook, Andrew Warren, and David Mason. The project is being made in association with BBC Film.
Although details about the film are scarce, Steven Knight previously mentioned that it would be set during World War II. Filming is scheduled to begin later this year.
About Barry Keoghan:
Barry Keoghan earned an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor and won a BAFTA in the same category for his performance in Martin McDonagh’s 2022 film “The Banshees of Inisherin.” He also starred in Emerald Fennell’s “Saltburn” last year, which earned him BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations. Scenes from “Saltburn,” particularly a ‘bath water’ moment, went viral on social media.
Earlier this year, Keoghan appeared in the Apple TV+ series “Masters of the Air.” His upcoming film “Bring Them Down” will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 9. He is also set to appear in Trey Edward Shults’ “Weekend” alongside Jenna Ortega and will star in the screen adaptation of “Crime 101” with Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo. Keoghan often makes headlines for his rumored relationship with Sabrina Carpenter.
