Cillian Murphy's Transformation: From Peaky Blinders to Netflix's Steve and Beyond

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Cillian Murphy has been making waves lately with several high-profile developments. According to PEOPLE and AOL, Murphy recently debuted a new scruffy gray beard for his role in the upcoming Netflix film Steve, a departure from his clean-shaven look at the 2025 Academy Awards. The film, based on Max Porter's novel Shy, follows Murphy as a headteacher fighting to save a reform school while grappling with his own mental health. Steve is set for a select theatrical release in September and will premiere on Netflix in October.

Murphy’s return to the Peaky Blinders universe is also confirmed. The Immortal Man: A Peaky Blinders Film is scheduled for a Netflix release in 2026, marking his first appearance as Tommy Shelby since the series concluded in 2022. Series creator Steven Knight told Birmingham World that filming for the movie will begin in September in Digbeth, England, with Murphy reprising his iconic role. The film will see Tommy Shelby navigating the chaos of World War II, directed by Tom Harper.

In other news, Murphy is set to return to the 28 Years Later franchise, not as an on-screen actor but as an executive producer for The Bone Temple, according to NileFM. This marks a reunion with the franchise after his original role in 28 Days Later, though he will not appear in the upcoming sequel.

Murphy’s public appearances have been limited, but his transformation for Steve has sparked considerable media attention, with outlets like Digital Spy and BalkanWeb highlighting his new look. Additionally, Murphy continues to support social initiatives, notably backing a new empathy education course for Transition Year students at University of Galway, as reported by the Irish Examiner. The program, developed with the Unesco Child and Family Research Centre, aims to strengthen empathy skills among young people.

Murphy’s recent activities reflect his ongoing commitment to both his craft and social causes, with major projects and public engagements keeping him in the spotlight.

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