Peaky Blinders: Season 5
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
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.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
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.
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?
Strategy
Sep 1, 2019
As the charismatic Mosley shows his hand, Tommy prepares to make a treacherous new alliance.
The Loop
Sep 8, 2019
Tommy agrees to dangerous new partnerships when a golden opportunity presents itself, and a Shelby party promises fireworks.
The Shock
Sep 15, 2019
As Tommy reveals his intentions for Mosley, someone close to the Shelbys is targeted.
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