Cillian Murphy reflects on 'Peaky Blinders' as he prepares for new film role

Cillian Murphy, known for his role as Thomas Shelby in "Peaky Blinders," is re-watching the series as he prepares for the upcoming film "The Immortal Man." He described the experience as "heartbreaking" due to memories of his late co-star, Helen McCrory. Murphy noted that watching the show again helps him understand the atmosphere and energy needed for the film. He acknowledged the challenge of returning to the character after a long time, stating it takes weeks to fully get back into the role. Despite the difficulties, Murphy expressed appreciation for the series, calling it "quite a good show." He has portrayed Shelby for over 12 years, making the character feel like a second skin to him.