Peaky Blinders: 7 alternatives for fans of the British drama series

The award-winning series Peaky Blinders depicts the harsh and dangerous Birmingham of the 1920s. The focus is on the Shelby family, led by the charismatic crime boss Thomas Shelby, played by Cillian Murphy. The Shelbys are notorious for their violent methods and their iron will to fight their way to the top of the underworld.

“Peaky Blinders” is a gripping mix of historical drama, crime thriller and family saga that delights audiences worldwide. The series was broadcast from 2013 to 2022 and has 6 seasons. The series creator is now working on a film as a continuation of the story.

We have 7 “Peaky Blinders” alternatives to the gangster series.

1st alternative: Sherlock

The BBC One series “Sherlock” is about the famous private detective Sherlock Holmes. Together with his friend Dr. John Watson helps the New Scotland Yard in London investigate complicated cases.

2nd alternative: The Crown

The Netflix series “The Crown” focuses on the (fictionalized) life of Queen Elizabeth II and her family over the decades. And God knows, scandals are not uncommon in the British royal family.

3rd alternative: Boardwalk Empire

“Boardwalk Empire” is an American television series on HBO. It tells the story of Nucky Thompson (Steve Buscemi), who makes a career as a gangster and politician during Prohibition. In 1920s Atlantic City, he is considered one of the most powerful masterminds of his time.

4th alternative: Narcos

Although the American crime and historical drama series “Narcos” takes place almost 60 years later than “Peaky Blinders”, this series is also all about criminal activity and drugs. “Narcos” tells the story of the rise and fall of drug lord Pablo Escobar in the 1980s.

5. Alternative: Narcos Mexico

The Netflix series “Narcos: Mexico” is about the drug war in Mexico. The series is the spin-off of “Narcos” and explores the origins of the modern drug war.

6. Alternative: Breaking Bad

The American crime drama “Breaking Bad” is about the seriously ill chemistry teacher Walter White, who uses his knowledge to produce meth and sell it together with his former student Jesse Pinkman.

7. Alternative: How To Sell Drugs Online (Fast)

Netflix’s German-language production “How to Sell Drugs Online (Fast)” is about Moritz and Lenny, who sell drugs through their start-up’s online shop.

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“Peaky Blinders” ended with season 6, but there is still a movie and various spin-offs to follow. You can find out from us what we know so far about the “Peaky Blinders” film and the spin-offs.