'Peaky Blinders' will end after the forthcoming sixth series.
Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby
The BBC have confirmed production has resumed on the upcoming sixth season, following a coronavirus pandemic-enforced delay last year, but it will be the final instalment of the period crime drama.
Creator and writer Steven Knight said: "'Peaky' is back and with a bang.
"After the enforced production delay due to the Covid pandemic, we find the family in extreme jeopardy and the stakes have never been higher.
"We believe this will be the best series of all and are sure that our amazing fans will love it."
However, Steven admitted the story will "continue in another form".
He added: "While the TV series will be coming to an end, the story will continue in another form."
The programme sees Cillian Murphy play Tommy Shelby, the leader of the notorious Shelby family who have risen to prominence and power in post-First World War Birmingham during the first five series, but they have picked up many enemies along the way.
Executive producer Caryn Mandabach also admitted the show will "most definitely live on".
She said: "Along with our wonderful, supportive, partners at BBC and Netflix, we have been working diligently to ensure we can get 'Peaky' safely back into production; the safety of our cast and crew is always our priority.
"Thank you to all the 'Peaky' fans who have been so unwaveringly supportive and patient.
"Steve’s scripts are incredible and mark the end of an epic story that has entranced audiences since it first started in 2013, but the world of 'Peaky Blinders' will most definitely live on."
Tommy Bulfin, Executive Producer for the BBC, added: "We are very excited that filming for 'Peaky Blinders' has begun and so grateful to everyone for all their hard work to make it happen.
"Steve’s scripts for series six are truly remarkable and provide a fitting send-off which we are sure will delight fans."
Helen McCrory, Sophie Rundle and Paul Anderson also star in the show.
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