Jenson Clarke, a young actor from Manchester, has captured the hearts of Peaky Blinders fans with his portrayal of Charlie Shelby, Tommy Shelby’s son, in the series’ fourth season. At just six years old, Clarke has already made a significant impression on the show’s audience with his natural charm and on-screen presence.
Clarke described his experience on set as a dream come true, particularly working alongside the iconic Cillian Murphy, who plays the formidable Tommy Shelby. Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, Jenson shared, “My favorite part of filming Peaky Blinders is dressing up, getting into character, and acting alongside Cillian.”
The budding star has big ambitions for his acting career, expressing his hopes to return for future Peaky Blinders seasons or even venture into the galaxy far, far away with a role in Star Wars.
What’s Next for Peaky Blinders?
The fourth season of the critically acclaimed series delves deeper into the turbulent 1920s, exploring the aftermath of the General Strike of 1926. Creator Steven Knight envisions the story continuing to evolve, eventually reaching the period between World War I and World War II.
Despite challenges with coordinating the star-studded cast for future seasons, Knight hopes the show will “run all the way up to the Second World War.”
Season four also introduces notable new faces, including Oscar-winner Adrien Brody (The Pianist) and The Wire star Aiden Gillen, whose roles are tightly under wraps but guaranteed to add intrigue and drama to the storyline.
A Peaky Blinders Movie on the Horizon?
Rumors of a Peaky Blinders movie have been swirling for years, with both creator Steven Knight and producer Caryn Mandabach hinting at the possibility. While fans eagerly await confirmation, Cillian Murphy remains cautious, stating, “I love the idea theoretically, but it has to come at the right time. You can’t alienate the beautiful, democratic nature of television.”
Murphy emphasized the challenges of transitioning the show to the big screen, noting that condensing the expansive storylines into a single film would require significant adaptation. “It’s kind of a sexy idea,” he added, “but I’ll reserve judgment until the idea is presented to me.”
As fans speculate about the future of Peaky Blinders, Jenson Clarke’s stellar performance in season four signals that the next generation of talent is ready to shine, ensuring the show’s legacy endures.
