Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man draws 25 million viewers in first week on Netflix

The Netflix release of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man has captured global attention, drawing over 25 million viewers within its first week, according to Netflix’s Tudum. 

The film, set six years after the original series finale, follows Tommy Shelby (Cillian Murphy) as he returns from exile to stop his son Duke Shelby (Barry Keoghan) from producing counterfeit currency and threatening the nation’s economy.

Critics and fans have praised the film for its gripping narrative, high-stakes suspense, and standout performances. Social media responses highlighted the film’s intense storytelling, atmospheric cinematography, and powerful musical score. Many described it as a “pure masterpiece” and applauded Murphy’s continued portrayal of Tommy Shelby alongside strong performances from Keoghan and Emmy-winning actor Stephen Graham.

The film’s success has surpassed other Netflix releases during the same period, including Gaslit By My Husband: The Morgan Metzer Story (5.2 million views) and The Bad Guardian (2.9 million). Fans on IMDb praised the writing and direction, calling the experience “nonstop and completely wild” and expressing eagerness for extended content from the Peaky Blinders universe.

Series creator Steven Knight has confirmed plans for a follow-up series set in the 1950s, continuing the story from The Immortal Man. With its record-breaking launch, the film reinforces the enduring popularity of the Peaky Blinders franchise on streaming platforms and cements its status as a must-watch gangster drama.