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  • Cillian Murphy's Iconic Haircut, Peaky Blinders Sequel, and Netflix's Steve | Entertainment News

    Cillian Murphy's Iconic Haircut, Peaky Blinders Sequel, and Netflix's Steve | Entertainment News
    Oct 5 2025
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    Cillian Murphy has dominated headlines this week with several major announcements, interviews, and a wave of fan nostalgia driven by the enduring influence of Peaky Blinders. Appearing on The Graham Norton Show, Murphy sparked conversation by revealing the historical reason for Tommy Shelby’s now iconic haircut, which he described as "disgusting" yet historically accurate—explaining the style actually originated as a way to prevent lice infestation among gang members, a detail that had the audience both amused and appalled. He joked that while it’s become a barbershop staple for fans, he personally prefers longer hair, leaving the “lice cut” to the character rather than himself, as reported by LADbible.

    Hot on the heels of this appearance, a bombshell dropped in the entertainment world: Netflix and the BBC have officially commissioned a two-season Peaky Blinders sequel series. The announcement, made on October 2, confirmed Murphy's involvement as an executive producer, though not as a series regular star this time. The new storyline, set in 1953, a decade after the original, will chronicle the next generation of the Shelby family navigating a brutal battle for control over Birmingham’s massive postwar reconstruction. Creator Steven Knight has promised another “hell of a ride,” and emphasized that the Shelbys’ legendary grip on power will continue in a more "mythical" dimension as the family operates at the heart of the city’s tumultuous rebirth, according to Mathrubhumi.

    Adding even more fuel to Murphy mania, his new film Steve quietly landed on Netflix and has drawn attention for his deft portrayal of everyday struggle and failure, themes Murphy himself discussed in a Radio Times interview, noting that “99 percent of us are trying and failing,” a sentiment that’s clearly resonated with critics and audiences alike.

    On the business front, nothing substantial has been reported about new ventures this week, though Murphy’s executive producer role for both the Peaky Blinders film and sequel series further cement his influence behind the scenes. Meanwhile, his social media buzz remains strong, with fans circulating recent interview clips and speculating about his continued collaborations with creator Steven Knight.

    In short, with a major Peaky Blinders sequel on the horizon, high-profile interviews, and new releases streaming, Cillian Murphy’s cultural and career momentum only seems to be accelerating, and biographically these days are likely to be remembered as pivotal in cementing him not just as an actor, but as a major creative force in British drama.

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    3 mins
  • Cillian Murphy's Oscar Glow: Peaky Blinders Film Ignites as Star Stays Enigmatic

    Cillian Murphy's Oscar Glow: Peaky Blinders Film Ignites as Star Stays Enigmatic
    Oct 1 2025
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    Cillian Murphy, famously private and now a household name after his Oscar-winning streak with Oppenheimer, stepped squarely back into headlines as the long-awaited Peaky Blinders movie moved notably forward. Collider reports that Netflix’s Peaky Blinders film, titled The Immortal Man, just landed a significant update from creator Steven Knight, making it clear the project is finally gaining steam. The buzz is that Murphy’s Tommy Shelby will return to Birmingham to face a dangerous wartime mission, with an all-star cast including Stephen Graham, Rebecca Ferguson, Barry Keoghan, and Tim Roth. Updates on the project were sparse since wrapping filming late last year, so this development appears to be more than just routine hype—industry watchers see the combination of major stars, a prestige streaming platform, and strong Peaky Blinders brand appeal as the makings of another high-profile Murphy vehicle with likely lasting impact on his career.

    On the public front, Murphy recently made a rare appearance with his wife Yvonne McGuinness at the Oscars, as reported by Yahoo and Hearst Magazines. The pair, who have been together since the late 1990s and married since 2004, are notorious for staying away from red carpet limelight. Their Oscars appearance prompted a wave of renewed intrigue not only in their marriage but Murphy’s carefully maintained strict privacy. He told the media he focuses heavily on work-life balance, insisting he spends at least half the year at home in Dublin to keep family life grounded, and repeatedly declines the Hollywood party circuit unless his work absolutely demands it. This glimpse into his real life, plus tabloid curiosity about his family (including his artist wife and their two teenage sons Malachy and Aran), has kept social media quietly buzzing, though Murphy himself remains resolutely absent from the platforms and his wife’s Instagram remains private.

    There is no credible evidence of any new controversy, business launches, or unconfirmed rumors in the past week, and prominent headlines have all related to the Peaky Blinders movie and his quiet but notable Oscars outing. Fans and critics alike are holding their collective breath for a Peaky Blinders trailer and pondering what Murphy’s next move might be following his career-defining year and continued reputation as the most enigmatic leading man of his generation.

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    3 mins
  • Cillian Murphy's Unstoppable Rise: Peaky Blinders Return, Steve Acclaim, and DJ Surprise

    Cillian Murphy's Unstoppable Rise: Peaky Blinders Return, Steve Acclaim, and DJ Surprise
    Sep 28 2025
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    Cillian Murphy continues to dominate the entertainment conversation as the long-awaited Peaky Blinders film The Immortal Man was officially announced by Netflix and series creator Steven Knight, generating major headlines and setting Murphy’s return as Tommy Shelby for 2026. The new film, helmed by Tom Harper, will plunge Shelby into the heart of World War II and reunite Murphy with a formidable cast including Barry Keoghan and Jodie Comer. This marks Murphy’s highly anticipated full return to one of his most globally recognized roles, four years after the series finale, cementing his biographical legacy as a generational screen icon according to IMDb and multiple entertainment outlets.

    Meanwhile, Murphy secured glowing reviews for his leading performance in the just-released Netflix drama Steve, which explores mental health and the extraordinary pressures on educators. Irish broadcaster RTÉ highlights how Murphy, a former teacher's son, salutes the transformative power of great educators through his nuanced portrayal of a headteacher at a UK school for at-risk youth. Steve opened in cinemas September 19 and hit Netflix this week, with critics praising Murphy’s ability to capture vulnerability and quiet strength. In a candid Associated Press interview from a Steve promotional event in New York, Murphy admitted teaching would never have suited him, saying, I need to hide behind a character always in order to feel comfortable, deepening his admiration for actual teachers.

    Away from movie sets, Murphy created a viral moment with an unannounced DJ set at Cork’s Sounds From A Safe Harbour festival on September 13, thrilling fans in his hometown and revealing a side not often seen by the broader public. As reported by The Indulge Express and several fan accounts, Murphy performed under his old DJ alias DJ ORKSOLS, spinning Irish Indie and dance tracks—a nostalgic callback to his roots as a musician and club DJ in Cork before acting redefined his career. Social media buzzed with clips and excited crowd shots, underscoring his enduring pop culture appeal far beyond the screen.

    In business and endorsements, there is no verified news of new ventures or major investments, and while rumors swirl about future collaborations with director Christopher Nolan, especially after Nolan’s recent election as president of the Directors Guild of America as noted by Foster Garvey’s entertainment news, no deals are confirmed. Murphy did, however, make a rare appearance on KCRW’s The Treatment to discuss his artistic process and future ambitions, reiterating that for him, it always goes back to telling meaningful stories with trusted collaborators.

    All told, this week finds Cillian Murphy at the center of awards chatter, industry headlines, and internet admiration, as his professional legend and cultural mystique only deepen heading toward the next Peaky Blinders era.

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    3 mins
  • Cillian Murphy's Raw Portrayal in Steve: A Transformative Role Fueled by Chaos and Compassion

    Cillian Murphy's Raw Portrayal in Steve: A Transformative Role Fueled by Chaos and Compassion
    Sep 24 2025
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    Cillian Murphy has owned the headlines these past few days as his latest film Steve hit select cinemas on September 19 and ignited an immediate critical and public buzz. Known for disappearing into roles, Murphy took a wildly different approach for Steve, refusing his trademark deep-dive preparation and instead insisting he came to set every day with no plan—something he told Metro and LADbible left him “genuinely terrified,” but which critics have hailed as transformative. Steve was crafted for him by Max Porter, who adapted his own 2023 novella Shy for the screen and watched Murphy deliver a performance that Empire Magazine called “a rallying, railing portrayal of a broken education system,” and Rolling Stone Magazine praised as “darkly funny and thought-provoking – and as nail-biting as you might expect.” The film sits at a respectable 77 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and is being celebrated as an electric, raw and deeply compassionate portrait of teachers and troubled kids in a 1990s British reform school, with Murphy’s performance widely described as “astonishing” for its authentic portrayal of addiction and anxiety—a step change from his icy Tommy Shelby days, with Murphy himself telling BBC News that the character was born out of the chaos of not planning at all.

    The world premiere of Steve in Toronto on September 5 saw Murphy sweeping the red carpet with Tracey Ullman and the cast, with photographers and fans jostling for a glimpse of the Oscar winner according to IFTN. Social media has since lit up with hot takes on Murphy’s radical new acting choices, with fans arguing over whether this “just show up and feel it” method is genius or madness, but nearly all agree it works for Steve. Among the more gossipy headlines, speculation swirled about Murphy turning down a recent Disney project, but NetflixJunkie clarifies that while his name was linked to a rumored controversy about studio interference, nothing has been confirmed and Murphy has kept tight-lipped about blockbusters for now, instead spotlighting his principles and real-life advocacy offscreen.

    As Steve prepares for its October 3 global Netflix release—and with critics calling it a “love letter to teachers” as much as a searing indictment of broken systems—Murphy stands at a career crossing, celebrated not only as a chameleonic actor but as an artist willing to risk it all for the sake of authenticity.

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    3 mins
  • Cillian Murphy's Creative Risks Pay Off with Steve and Big Things Films | ROMO Goes Viral

    Cillian Murphy's Creative Risks Pay Off with Steve and Big Things Films | ROMO Goes Viral
    Sep 21 2025
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    Cillian Murphy has dominated the film conversation this week as he unveils his latest project Steve, leveraging his Oppenheimer Oscar in freshly creative directions. Speaking to PearlandDean, Murphy revealed that for Steve he took a completely different approach to embody his role as the troubled head of a reform school, describing the process as a genuine risk that pushed him out of his comfort zone. The film, produced by his own Big Things Films and made with Netflix, reunites Murphy with director Tim Mielants, continuing a collaboration that began with the celebrated Small Things Like These, an earnest and beautiful adaptation released last year. Reviews such as New Statesman’s praise Murphy’s performance in Steve, noting how he channels fragility, guilt, and compassion in this psychologically complex portrayal, with lauded author Max Porter adapting his own novel into a screenplay that shifts the narrative lens to the adult figure at the heart of the institution.

    On the business front, Murphy’s decision to launch his company Big Things Films after his Oppenheimer win is still making headlines. Industry coverage highlights how he is using his post-awards clout not for vanity projects but to produce serious, socially resonant stories with creative collaborators. Though there are no significant rumors of new business ventures yet, Spreaker’s recent audio biography notes Murphy remains involved in the Peaky Blinders universe, with ongoing connections to that franchise alongside co-star Jay Lycurgo.

    Murphy made a splash at the Toronto International Film Festival as reported by Variety, where he appeared in support of Steve and sparked an unexpected pop culture moment by coining the term ROMO, or relief of missing out, as a sort of counterpoint to FOMO. The phrase hit a nerve on social media this week, with fans and lifestyle pundits alike echoing Murphy’s sentiment about finding peace in life’s quieter lanes.

    There have been no credible reports of scandals or negative publicity in the past few days. The headlines have instead focused on Murphy’s continued ascent as both an actor and producer, his thoughtful approach in interviews, and his much-discussed public appearances. Current industry consensus suggests Steve is likely to become a significant entry in his filmography and marks another transformative step in Murphy’s ongoing evolution as a major creative force.

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    3 mins
  • Cillian Murphy's ROMO: Embracing Artistic Autonomy and Meaningful Storytelling

    Cillian Murphy's ROMO: Embracing Artistic Autonomy and Meaningful Storytelling
    Sep 21 2025
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    The past few days have seen Cillian Murphy confidently straddling an extraordinary chapter in his career, blending creative autonomy with Hollywood acclaim. Hot off his Best Actor Oscar win for Oppenheimer, Murphy has stepped further into producing with his company Big Things Films, launching new projects that stake his claim not as a mainstream superstar but as a discerning auteur. In the British Film Institute’s Sight and Sound, Murphy discussed his prioritization of darker, meaningful stories. He highlighted the recent release of Small Things Like These, a stark film about Ireland’s Magdalene laundries. The film shines as both a critical success and a testament to Murphy’s commitment to stories that probe cultural shadows, drawing generous praise for his understated, inward performance and his willingness to produce such difficult material.

    The main headline, though, is the global anticipation for his upcoming projects. At the Toronto International Film Festival, Murphy promoted Steve, his second collaboration with director Tim Mielants and Big Things Films. Steve, adapted by novelist Max Porter, casts Murphy as the troubled headmaster of a last-chance boys’ boarding school, shifting the focus from the troubled youth of the original novel to the equally haunted adult. Early reviews, such as by the New Statesman, note that Murphy’s Steve captures the fragility, guilt, and compassion he’s come to embody so compellingly on screen. Industry insiders are buzzing about the film’s reach, as Netflix prepares both a broad theatrical and digital release for 2025.

    Murphy was recently the subject of a light-hearted viral news story as well. According to Indulgexpress and USA Today, when asked at Toronto if he felt FOMO—fear of missing out—over not being cast in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming epic The Odyssey, Murphy wittily coined the term “ROMO,” or relief of missing out. His relaxed confidence about sidestepping another blockbuster in favor of his chosen artistic path resonated on social media. The term ROMO has made the rounds as a meme, cementing Murphy’s reputation for self-assured, dryly funny candor.

    Looking forward, Murphy confirmed on record that he is in the new 28 Days Later sequel—28 Years Later: The Bone Temple—directed by Nia DaCosta and executive produced by Danny Boyle, with prospects of a third film if the upcoming installment succeeds. He will also headline the much-anticipated Peaky Blinders movie. No confirmed new business ventures have been reported, and his social media footprint remains scarce, with Murphy famously allergic to online self-promotion. For fans and industry watchers, the real story is his quiet pivot from leading man to thoughtful producer and his newfound willingness to shape the films that define him.

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    3 mins
  • Cillian Murphy's Emotional Cork Homecoming for Steve Premiere

    Cillian Murphy's Emotional Cork Homecoming for Steve Premiere
    Sep 17 2025
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    Fresh off his Oscar win earlier this year Cillian Murphy has been making plenty of headlines these past few days at home and abroad. At the center of it all Murphy landed in Cork this week for the much-anticipated European premiere of his new drama Steve and was visibly emotional to be back in his hometown, saying that bringing the film to Cork meant a great deal to him. The premiere packed out all six screens of the Arc cinema and drew local crowds plus some of Murphys friends and family and even Taoiseach Micheál Martin. The city last saw Murphy at a film premiere nearly two decades ago and local excitement was obvious as fans gathered outside for a glimpse.

    Steve which had its world premiere just days earlier at Toronto International Film Festival is directed by Tim Mielants and adapted by Max Porter from his own acclaimed novel. Notably the film shifts the novels focus from a troubled teenager to Murphys role as a compassionate but burdened headteacher. During a public discussion at Cork Opera House in front of a sold-out crowd Murphy discussed how his family background—his parents and grandfather were educators—informed his portrayal bringing an extra personal layer to the role. According to the Irish Examiner the event was part of the Sounds From A Safe Harbour festival which Murphy co-curates and which expanded this year to include a film strand along with music. The festival and Murphys presence drew packed houses for both the movie and related concerts.

    Steve is set to hit UK and Irish cinemas on September 18 before landing on Netflix October 3. If early festival reactions are any indication this will be a significant entry in Murphys post-Oppenheimer career with critics and fans watching closely for awards buzz. Murphy and his collaborators also took time during the public Q and A to reflect on the responsibilities and challenges of telling stories about marginalized youth, and screenwriter Max Porter received applause at the event for his words on Palestine.

    On the public appearance front Murphy engaged directly with fans both at the screenings and in informal meet-and-greets around Cork and he has also promoted the film at a forthcoming Barbican Cinema event in London. Social media has been abuzz with fan-posted sightings and gleaming red carpet shots with the Steve premiere widely covered by Irish and UK outlets. So far there are no significant rumors about new business ventures but Murphy remains active in the Peaky Blinders universe with co-star Jay Lycurgo confirming he will appear alongside Murphy in the announced film adaptation. No major controversies or negative headlines this week—just a homecoming, standing ovations, and growing anticipation for Murphys next chapter.

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    3 mins
  • Cillian Murphy's Triumphant Year: Oscar Glory, Hometown Pride, and New Horizons in Steve

    Cillian Murphy's Triumphant Year: Oscar Glory, Hometown Pride, and New Horizons in Steve
    Sep 14 2025
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    Cillian Murphy has had a remarkably visible week, cementing his place as one of film’s most compelling contemporary talents. On September 8, Murphy made a high-profile appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The segment was brimming with warmth and wit as Murphy reminisced about his 2024 Oscar win for Best Actor in Oppenheimer, calling the moment an out of body experience and sharing a heartfelt reaction to the overwhelming pride from his hometown of Cork, Ireland. Colbert even replayed that now-viral Irish schoolchildren’s video, with Murphy admitting that the celebration back home was as good as the Oscar itself, and sharing a few laughs about adapting his Cork accent for international audiences. He revealed with characteristic humility that, despite the Hollywood acclaim, his life off-camera is rather unexciting, confessing that he has not acted at all in 2025 so far and joked about needing to get a job says The Late Show.

    The real newsworthy headline, though, is Murphy’s new role as both producer and star in the film Steve, set for theatrical release on September 19 and a streaming debut on Netflix October 3. This marks a significant expansion in Murphy’s career: after dominating screens as an actor, he’s now actively shaping stories from behind the scenes as well. Multiple entertainment news outlets are hailing Steve as an awards contender and noting Murphy’s creative input in guiding the project.

    Social media has been abuzz, especially following his Colbert appearance, with reactions swinging from admiration for his humility to feverish anticipation for Steve. Fans and critics alike are celebrating his transformation from the enigmatic Thomas Shelby in Peaky Blinders to an Oscar winner whose career choices seem only to deepen his influence. Touchingly, clips from that Colbert interview, especially Murphy’s gracious humility about his roots and success, have gone viral across platforms including X and TikTok. According to various posts, Murphy was also trending during and after the episode, with users sharing favorite throwback roles and predictions for his future collaborations.

    As it stands, no verified developments in Murphy’s personal life or unconfirmed new projects have surfaced in mainstream media, and there are no reports of controversies or public stumbles. The focus remains on his professional evolution post-Oppenheimer, his anticipated return to screens with Steve, and a genuine sense—echoed by both traditional outlets and the digital grapevine—that Cillian Murphy is entering a new era of creative control and even broader appeal.

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    4 mins