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Peaky Blinders: Season 5

6 episodes Premiered Aug 25, 2019 Updated Sep 19, 2026

Peaky Blinders Season 5 continues the overarching saga across six episodes. The series is a gangster family epic centered on a gang that sews razor blades into the peaks of their caps. Set originally in Birmingham, England, and spanning multiple series broadcast on BBC Two and BBC One, the television drama features an ensemble cast led by Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby, Helen McCrory as Elizabeth Polly Gray, Paul And

Previously on Peaky Blinders

Season 5 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • The series is a gangster family epic centered on a gang in Birmingham, England.
  • The group features senior members including Tommy Shelby, Elizabeth Polly Gray, Arthur Shelby, Ada Shelby, and John Shelby.
  • The television drama was broadcast on BBC Two and later on BBC One.
  • The overarching saga spans multiple episodes and series.

Season overview

Peaky Blinders Season 5 continues the overarching saga across six episodes. The series is a gangster family epic centered on a gang that sews razor blades into the peaks of their caps. Set originally in Birmingham, England, and spanning multiple series broadcast on BBC Two and BBC One, the television drama features an ensemble cast led by Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby, Helen McCrory as Elizabeth Polly Gray, Paul Anderson as Arthur Shelby, Sophie Rundle as Ada Shelby, and Joe Cole as John Shelby as senior members of the group.

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Season 5 Episodes

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S5·E1 Mytharc

Black Tuesday

Aug 25, 2019

1929 – While his family deals with the repercussions of the Wall Street Crash, Tommy Shelby MP faces new dangers from unexpected quarters.

S5·E2 Core

Black Cats

Aug 26, 2019

The Peaky Blinders come under fire when Tommy finds danger on his doorstep and a friend is brutally attacked. Could there be a traitor in the Shelby family’s midst?

S5·E3 Core

Strategy

Sep 1, 2019

As the charismatic Mosley shows his hand, Tommy prepares to make a treacherous new alliance.

S5·E4 Core

The Loop

Sep 8, 2019

Tommy agrees to dangerous new partnerships when a golden opportunity presents itself, and a Shelby party promises fireworks.

S5·E5 Mytharc

The Shock

Sep 15, 2019

As Tommy reveals his intentions for Mosley, someone close to the Shelbys is targeted.

S5·E6 Mytharc

Mr. Jones

Sep 22, 2019

News of Tommy's activities have reached Winston Churchill. At a family meeting, Tommy lays out his plans for Mosley, which will take place at a rally Sir Oswald is leading. Tommy i