Cillian Murphy on Peaky Blinders' best lines and... Tommy never eating!?

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Cillian Murphy joins BBC Radio 1's film critic Ali Plumb to look at his time as Tommy Shelby. He discusses getting into character, fun times on set, his chat with David Bowie and loads more!
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[@frothycunt]

My favorite line that really stuck with me is “Everyone is a whore, Grace. We just sell different parts of ourselves”

[@Berserk_96]

That part is deep, one of the best

[@lulupool1992]

Yeah, that was savage, beyond perfect.

[@activesocialmenace]

I loved that line too!

[@fleurjoesten]

I forgot that that line was from Peaky Blinders, but I still casually use it in conversation. It really stuck with me

[@yaminifartyal4326]

💘

[@spidey_107]

Cillian Murphy undoubtedly made Thomas Shelby as one of the greatest characters that have ever been created in TV history!

[@shaiksfq6691]

TV History*

[@lucianofilms_]

definetely, alongside with walter white, tony soprano

[@michaelcorleone2397]

@@lucianofilms_ “your goddamn right”

[@prateekraj9676]

Walter white jasse Pinkman from breaking Bad 💥

[@rickyyyl3873]

@@lucianofilms_ Absolutely agree, Cillian's Tommy Shelby has been GOATED along with them

[@masskeeper0]

No one ever talked about Arthur's actor. He did a brilliant job in portraying his character.

[@karmabrown4635]

Agreed 👍

[@crash24420]

I loved Arthur the actor was amazing, the whole cast was brilliant.

[@loudoo8582]

Every season he was great

[@dzzzzz3366]

Arthur was brilliantly portrayed

[@thedarkness9115]

@T S Nah, Tommy is. Cry

[@colud_5446]

Thomas once said: “I know what this is…It’s just myself talking to myself about myself.” Epic line!

[@bellasmini]

Tommy Shelby in one sentence! Lol!

[@joydivision2632]

best line

[@stephenmckeown260]

@@draco4039 no. S4 Finale

[@editcsejk6636]

Truth

[@coolnitestudios]

I just watched the episode where he says that yesterday😁

[@pristinegovender]

He has never won an Emmy for this character. That alone will tell you what BS these award shows are. He is bloody brilliant and this show is spectacular.

[@morgan1687]

I don’t think British shows can get Emmy’s babe

[@nibncabc2737]

@@morgan1687 he's also never been given a dollar for his work on this show. Absolutely shocking. Only pound sterling.

[@lopentare8934]

@@nibncabc2737 what is this tru??

[@dericcyk]

I think Downton did go to the emmys

[@morgan1687]

@@dericcyk Downton was partly made by PBS or something similar which qualified it as American. Peaky is only made by the BBC. Game of thrones was also mostly British but it was made by HBO made it qualify for emmys

[@sore_to_soar]

this is the happiest cillian has ever looked and acted in an interview. ali, you are the best.

[@siddharthjoshi1656]

Like the way you write 'acted'

[@TEZProd]

Cuz he’s at home lol

[@ciscoramon3673]

@@TEZProd he’s shooting oppenheimer now

[@prannoy1019]

Watch the Craig Ferguson interview of cillian then

[@florenciaquinonez2547]

so truee

[@joethelion6016]

This was the best series to hit our screens in decades. Whoever chose Nick Cave's 'Red Right Hand' couldn't have picked a better theme. It's genius.

[@bexfitlifebeccasfit3208]

Bloody well right!

[@bexfitlifebeccasfit3208]

Several Birthday Party or Nick/ Bad Seeds tunes suit this series perfectly !!

[@joethelion6016]

@@bexfitlifebeccasfit3208 I was hoping for 'Stagger Lee' to pop up. If not the vocal, the dramatic guitar and piano intro would've been perfect in one of the Tommy v Inspector Campbell eps.

[@johnsantapietro3686]

Indeed it is!!

[@badmanskill1112]

You might've just as well said off all time. What show was better decades ago?

[@fairmykia32]

Lol Alfie: How did you know I wasn’t dead? Tommy: You wrote me a letter 😂😂😂 that duo is classic

[@idontknow8898]

I love the Tommy and Alfie scenes. It's like chaos and control colliding as a storm of contrast and its perfect as a theatrical dance.

[@varunsrinidhi9061]

Alfie sounds exactly like he did as Bane in The Dark Knight Rises.

[@Scott-jk5zk]

Had to make the likes 300 *THIS IS SPARTA* also I totally agree their contrast is hilarious when Alfie calls Tommy a silly boy 🤣

[@dball_94]

Beautifully put mate

[@tesd.]

The scene of Alfie's return in Margate is forever one of my favourite ever.

[@arenevskaya7934]

Yassss meee tooo love them both

[@abdullahalsaif5618]

Listening to Cillian Murphy speaking feels weird after watching so many hours of Peaky Blinders. He's literally a whole different person. It shows how great of an actor he is...

[@holly1880]

I love is Cork accent so much! He sounds like me da

[@silles4989]

I had the same thought 😅

[@mrducky179]

Yeah well that's what an actor does.. is to act obviously it doesn't reflect their real personality

[@alitadiposho]

Same!!! Omg!

[@Markleadguitar]

He has a great American accent in Batman

[@neglectedloves]

To me the most beautiful line was also probably one of the saddest. When Grace sings for Tommy in the pub. She says: Happy or sad? Tommy: sad Grace: okay, but I warn you, I'll break your heart. Tommy: already broken Peaky Blinders was probably one the best shows I have ever seen. Amazing actors, amazing lines and story. And an amazing cinematography 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@bellasmini]

Agree. That's why I've watched it over and over 7 times! LoL!

[@vibhumishra553]

She did not say "i will break you heart" she said "it will break your heart"...by that she meant the song she was going to sing

[@neglectedloves]

@@vibhumishra553 sorry you're wrong! Watch it again at 4:45, turn on the subtitles, she says I'll break your heart (I will break your heart) kzbin.info/www/bejne/g32QiGSNr9tqaJY

[@brielliott04]

Couldn’t agree more

[@MaryamMohammadisa]

so true same i love that line 😭😭

[@beingSib]

Tommy Shelby is a great method actor. The way he plays Cillian Murphy in the world is just outstanding!

[@maskedredstonerproz]

HAHAHHAHHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@Joy_1223]

Genius comment. I agree 👍 😅

[@lindildeev5721]

True, he doesn't swear once, he doesn't yell once and he laughs.

[@nadine8764]

😂😂

[@wesleymouch7498]

Have you seen Thomas Shelby play Oppenheimer? You would never guess the genius scientist you see is actually a gangster.

[@lmaoqasim]

His haircut in this interview is actually pretty nice

[@kenzastyles2980]

I think it makes him look more “ ordinary “ most of the boys in high school had that hairstyle

[@QUARTERMASTEREMI6]

I still can't believe he's 45 years old! That haircut definitely helps him look younger and a lot more attractive! ☺️

[@datgrrl5698]

what the absolute fuck are you on about??? peaky blinders wrapped up and cillian has moved on to other roles...are you taking the mickey???

[@richardhammer187]

@@datgrrl5698 in fairness most people think the PB's severe step style is just a standard fade, there's no hope lol

[@alexdunhill4271]

@@datgrrl5698 theres going to be a film actually

[@mjb2697]

Legendary series. One of the best ever made. Easily.

[@svb_90s66]

Hands down the best

[@__amandamoura]

Agree

[@Workrategetschingy]

Definitely agree it’s so hard to stop watching it tho 😂

[@paulshrew]

too fookin right..

[@arjunbasra6974]

Its honestly my 2nd of all time and ive watched alot lol. GOT my number 1 despite the final couple episodes.

[@taherbharmal7429]

Its hard to express how much tommy shelby has effected every individual who has seen the show. His intelligence, will to win, never give up in the face of a crisis. Cillian murphy has cemented his legacy as tommy shelby for years to come. We are lucky to witness such a show in our times. THANK YOU CILLIAN.

[@georginabassett469]

Thank you..you inhabited my home completely during lock down in 2020 and you helped me focus on your stunning charismatic character of Tommy Shelby and you became part of my life which happened to be a very difficult time of my life. You helped me go through it. Ib was watching 8 to 10 episodes a night. I couldn't stop. I am sad is over. But I predict a feature movie coming up soon as well as maybe a musical... and maybe a future series with the juniors taking over the Shelby clan of the peaky blinders.

[@fruitygranulizer540]

honestly yeah. sure, he's a "bad" character in the show, but there's just so many good traits to take away from him in the show.

[@SimV239]

He’s the character everyone loves to hate. Like for instance when he whores out his women is when I hate Thomas Shelby the most & then he goes on to redeem the character completely.

[@aeterna581]

i guess Yellowstone is american version of Peaky Blinders. and for me it's not worse

[@CarnleyConstruction]

@@aeterna581 what? Americans version would have to be sopranos or something similar.

[@oppaipoison2074]

i love that the only time he eats is with his son, kind of accidentally shows how at peace he feels around his children. also ive never seen Cillian this happy in an interview lmao

[@k_a_y_l_e_e]

this interviewer is a clever guy who knows who to ask engaging questions. i think cillian responds to people who do the work and bring that intelligence into the interview.

[@84Elenai]

@@k_a_y_l_e_e you are right sir. The same goes for Craig Ferguson. That level of connection is possible only if a very interested and intelligent person does the interview. Not the usual press BS.

[@josephbrennan9712]

well he's at home to be fair - i wager we'd all be more comfortable on our sofas than on a chair in a studio

[@emoelmo8723]

Respect for Cillian is off the chart, his personality and his character are polar opposites yet he plays him so well. Goes to show how good of an actor he is.

[@Jaymes400]

that's what actors do lol, they play people who aren't themselves. not sure its all that commendable considering it's his job to do so.

[@alexhoward1884]

@@Jaymes400 Most actors are shit, not convincing. And many good ones are playing themselves over and over. Tommy Shelby is a legendary performance that will be studied for years to come. Trying to dismiss that just makes you look like a hater.

[@kroneexe]

@@Jaymes400 Sooooo many actors just play themselves, even very famous ones. There's only a few where you can't even see the character in the actor. Cillian being one of them, I see no Thomas Shelby in him at all, it's so strange.

[@aniketchavda5965]

💯✨

[@dylanwynne-osullivan1720]

Nidge from Love Hate and Tom Vaughan Lawlor have that juxtaposition also !

[@morganrhobson]

Cillian deserved an award for his Thomas Shelby. He made the character

[@Berserk_96]

Hé deserves an oscar

[@georginabassett469]

Agree...I vote for his award

[@diggikeineahnung2582]

@@georginabassett469 well the oscar are for movies, he should get an golden globe tho

[@ayush6722]

Undoubtedly

[@viharikrishnan5588]

I agree he need an Oscar ❤

[@januckey1]

My favorite line is “You tell my boy, that sometimes death is a kindness.”

[@joethelion6016]

The contrast between Cillian Murphy and Tommy Shelby is phenomenal. The transformation is stunning.

[@johnrivers3813]

I read in an interview that it takes a lot for him to become Tommy. So much so that he has to take the method acting approach and stay in character all through filming so he doesn't lose everything he'd worked up to.

[@LemonTheKing900]

Cillian Murphy personality like what younger Tommy would've been before the war, Polly said he laughed a lot when he was young like Murphy.

[@annettegilbert3715]

​@@johnrivers3813He never uses method acting ..he's so clever he can drop in and out!

[@lyd7108]

my heart shattered when he mentioned the bond Helen and him had on set, what a great loss

[@rachbracey1663]

He got a little choked up when he talked about her..it was so sweet and sad

[@Berserk_96]

@@rachbracey1663 they spent over almost 10 years doing this series together, i cant imagine the pain of him and the cast with her not being there anymore and for the movie as well

[@sharondates6059]

Same 😞

[@ericspindle8673]

Same 😢

[@changbinsguccislippers]

Its the way he just rubbed his face

[@hamasaadhilad4209]

He looks young. This guy will never get old.

[@arielemiliano226]

A Britain´s Will Smith version.

[@faust3904]

@@arielemiliano226 *Irish Never call an Irishman British 😂🙏

[@1Jameskelly]

👏👏👏👏😂🇮🇪☘️ All the way from Cork.. Proud Irish man

[@derekbailey7076]

Sorry pal he was made in Ireland and he's and outstanding actor and we are lucky to have him.

[@caoimheharkin1637]

@@arielemiliano226 Irish, not British.

[@amberheardsucks7972]

The season was phenomenal it’s sad that it’s over :( Cillian is literally the most underrated actor

[@simple_naildesigns]

Agree 👏

[@cemtv5264]

Season 6 was shit

[@markrussell9088]

Agree, I think...what now, it's left a hole in my life.

[@LynnCochran71]

You're going to watch the movie they're doing to end it all, aren't you?

[@amberheardsucks7972]

@@LynnCochran71 can’t wait for the movie baby

[@annedel111]

Fell in love with this actor when I first saw him in Peaky Blinders. Had never heard of him up to that point. He is incredibly good at his job!

[@gregor5843]

"I have no limitations." Probably the greatest line I have ever heard a character say.

[@ognjenmaslo3333]

liteally nothing sapecial

[@jagugaming1072]

@@artjacobbermejo5780 true asf

[@brendan9594]

Wtf?🤣🤣🤣 That's not even Tommy's best line nevermind the best line said by any character ever.

[@mindsprawl]

its the context of the desperation of the times that lends it so much weight. such a good movie.

[@allaboutthemurzic]

I am the one who knocks

[@theovon8233]

This show is the best show period Excellent writing ,perfect casting, top notch cinematography.

[@kkajus778]

Watch sopranos👌🏽

[@thomasellis936]

And music don’t forget!

[@SW-pm3ls]

Agreed!

[@Original-Phantom]

and the setting is insane

[@granny5455]

I agree, this is definitely my favorite show ever made to this point.

[@louise4660]

BRILLIANT AMAZING ..NO WORDS CAN EXPRESS THE TALENTED ENERGY OF THIS MAN..CILLIAN MURPHY. TRUE IRISHMAN ☘☘💚💚

[@That1E_K1129]

Cillian is such a humble guy. He absolutely brought that character to life like no one else probably could have. Can't wait for the movie!

[@8989Capo]

Movie? I did not know there will be a movie

[@IIIISai]

what will the movie be about, also damn they ruined Arthur from the end of s5 to all of season 6

[@georginabassett469]

I'll be queuing up to see it first will be stunning... can't wait. A test to cinematography. The Characters. The Acting. The Music.. the costumes designing.. the photography... all of it made thease series a master piece.

[@reighn831]

Where can I read more information about the movie?

[@fruitygranulizer540]

@@8989Capo they are making a movie instead of s7. plans for s7 were cut short but COVID-19, so the crew decided turning into a movie would be a suitable way to end the series.

[@Sometimesfilms]

One of the best characters ever created, scripted beautifully by Steven knight and executed perfectly by Cillian. This show will go down in history.

[@Berserk_96]

This is the kind of show i Will never Get tired or re watching over

[@luckyjoker6986]

@@Berserk_96 we are waiting for the new season

[@Divinemakyr]

@@luckyjoker6986 It already came out, just not on Netflix.

[@luckyjoker6986]

@@Divinemakyr for real?

[@luckyjoker6986]

@@Divinemakyr where can i Watch it

[@Lacolasproductions]

I think the not eating is great, even if by accident. When you're eating you're kind of vulnerable, you don't eat when you are in a dangerous position. So, it makes sense that his character would not want to be in any form vulnerable as he is generally dealing with conflict, taking meetings with powerful enemies or enemies of enemies.

[@annewren8845]

I loved the episode where Polly made Michael sandwiches, so he shared them round on their way to a job, and Tommy thought it was hilarious!!

[@Lacolasproductions]

@@annewren8845 I liked that scene too, peak well, peaky blinders

[@samrad6508]

@@annewren8845 "what is this a teddy bear picnic ?"

[@juliagoolia72]

I agree. Can’t imagine him slurping down a spag bol

[@boo7asabba727]

"You don't eat when you are in a dangerous position" reminded me of Frank eating a hotdog during a gunfight in IASIP 🤣

[@beroldvanroodt7861]

I admired the way Tommy Shelby handled a crisis. And I'm sad the Peaky Blinders series came to an end. R.I.P. Helen McCrory (Polly Gray) 😭

[@mariev6108]

🙏🙏🙏

[@murrumbidgeekid]

'All religion is a foolish answer to a foolish question ' is a wonderful quote but the thing that makes it perfect is the response 'what's that s'posed to mean?' very clever. I can't see ChatGpt doing that. Cillian is brilliant. Plus being Australian I feel an affinity with the theme song by Nick Cave.

[@tdyerwestfield]

It's crazy how this show has transformed British culture in the last decade, particularly men's hairstyles and the revival of the flat cap and long coats. Tweed came back in for a short while too. The go-to men's hairstyle in the UK is the grade 0/0.5 on the sides with the full yet wispy style on top.

[@Mark.G475]

I have always loved the flat cap! Cheers from Milwaukee Wisconsin 🇺🇲.

[@samuelb2375]

It’s also changed Irish culture tbh, all lads have that shit here too. But I think we kind of have similar trends at times

[@EthanEthanEthanEthanEthan]

@@samuelb2375 the shelbys are an Irish family aren't they?

[@charliereader3462]

@@EthanEthanEthanEthanEthan the brothers are all half Irish through their father

[@samuelb2375]

@@EthanEthanEthanEthanEthan they are also Romani gypsys

[@dalemcmahon4130]

You can tell how much he cares about the character when he was able to point out the one scene where he ate on screen. A one second scene out of playing the character for a decade and he still remembers. Don’t know if that makes sense or if I’m just being stupid lol

[@ishaansingh3771]

nah man thats freaking dedication fam.....

[@Chimchimchu]

There's a point in this clip where he sheds a tear. It looks like not many people noticed it. From 4:40 on "Who was the most likely to make you laugh on set?" Helen McCrory who passed away in 2021. I could tell by the way he spoke about her that she is no longer with us.

[@dalemcmahon4130]

@@Chimchimchu I actually did miss that. Good shout

[@corneliaseewig1310]

@@Chimchimchu the way his voice broke😭

[@mariadelmarospinamoreno3511]

You're not being stupid, I had the exact same thought 🤯

[@abhirambhattar7700]

A show focused on gangsters meanwhile having the most life changing and deep lines is one of the things that make this show great. When Tommy goes down to meet the chef who came in as an intruder and the chef goes "My hands are bloody" or something along that and Tommy stays in the same handshake position and says "So is mine". Like damn bruh, one of the best characters to have ever been made and no one could've done it better than Cillian Murphey.

[@nadine8764]

Chef : my hand has blood Tommy: mine too

[@grom69]

@@nadine8764 have*

[@slantdwave]

See the 2007 movie Drive: Driver after showing off on the track, being introduced to the money as he removes his driving gloves: My hands are dirty Investor: So are mine

[@kevinwheesysouthward9295]

To me, the best single scene in television history is Tommy with Alfie when Tommy told Alfie that he crossed the line. Those two characters, both ultra intelligent and equally twisted hash out exactly where “the line” is. I’ve watched that scene maybe 100 times.

[@moniquethe0G]

Tommy Shelby. One of the most iconic characters of all time. Could have only become a reality by the brilliance of Cillian Murphy.

[@cillianmurphy4971]

Thank you so much for your love and support, It gives me such great joy to learn that our hard work is paying off and there are thousands and millions of persons out there that actually love what I do.❤️

[@Billy-vp7yp]

the dude is without question handsome as Fuck.

[@estherluciano9623]

I know, he’s so good looking that it almost hurts.

[@karlaleon8]

I have not watched the show, and now I must! There is something about Cillian that is so mesmerizing❤

[@quinntananahaakna]

One thing I *LOVED* about Tommy was his voice resonance or vocal timbre. Then, when I found out Cillian was also a singer it all made sense. He's so complete. 💕 love him.

[@svvmaq_]

omg where can i find his music?????😊

[@annettegilbert3715]

He has Absolutely Wonderful timing ⭐

[@zvezdoblyat]

Favourite line from him: “I’m not accustomed to being spoken to like that.... I’m here to listen but not to the fucking infantry” The delivery was amazing 🤩

[@abubakarkabir7069]

Exactly!!!

[@sarahgordino6695]

He's so uniquely attractive.

[@ww45818]

Can we talk about how awesome the whole cast was? Every character played a key role in the story and every actor crushed it.

[@serenasoldani6356]

there is not a weak actor or actress on the whole show and the standard is super high

[@k-baye6292]

Jeremiah

[@PerJohnsenSt]

True. Not one bad performance from anyone trough the whole series.

[@thomascurran6186]

So humble the true measure of greatness

[@sadmanislam3226]

U r the best interviewer ever. No stupid question, no trying to make the guest uncomfortable. Just a joy to watch and hear. Thanks

[@bexfitlifebeccasfit3208]

He took the mickey with his Bowie comment. He can sodoff for that.

[@Macytallent]

Ali is the best interviewer. He makes his interviews fun and exciting and asks interesting questions. Not to mention how comfortable these celebrities are with him interviewing. Great job Ali!

[@GoOnRaaj]

yuppp

[@Jaymes400]

I dunno, I often find his questions very obvious....the guy who does the interview's for Hot Ones is a far better interviewer with far more insightful interesting questions, and the super star celebrities he interview's very often point these things out in the interview. i've never seen an interviewer get so much credit from his interviewees

[@Macytallent]

@@Jaymes400 I have to agree. Sean is a terrific host for hot ones and the questions are more meaningful

[@FNorth81]

Disagree. Rather cringe filled and he answers questions first before giving Cillian a chance. Just because Cillian laughs, that doesn't make it a good interview.

[@GoOnRaaj]

@@FNorth81 it absolutely does? he made the interviewee extremely comfortable, thats probably the most important thing

[@user-gx6to6ru6s]

Should’ve won an Emmy for this character. His appearance and performance was ABSOLUTELY incredible.He portrayed his character in an absolute fantastic way. Brilliant actor,Oscar for Oppenheimer SHOULD be given to Cillian ‼️‼️

[@shikster9]

He has such striking features..he really could be a model

[@be_you2023]

Cillian did a “calm app” story, and the comments from women everywhere were hysterical. Cillian is such a beautiful and understated actor, can’t wait for his next role.

[@MattGarcyaDC]

What did they say

[@kanzanaveed]

which one, 'Crossing Ireland by train' is a really good one, I've listened to it several times

[@nihilisticbarbie]

I heard an ad for that..... his voice is so calming and interesting 🤧

[@30026971]

His voice is so sexy

[@Berserk_96]

Hé is still Tommy shelby no worries. They are making a movie to finish the ending of the series

[@DJKronikCam710]

I have to say, Cillian Murphy seems like one of the most chill, down to earth people ever! Like i bet he'd be a joy to sit down and have a conversation with

[@Berserk_96]

I would pay alot to just sit with a beer or whisky and talk about his movies and specialy how much i hope he réalise that his character Tommy Shelby is probably the best tv character

[@Kill_Switch-fz5qy]

i've seen a reddit post saying a guy met him in a pub and said they just talked about everything and cillian was really down to earth and just a good guy

[@XAheli]

@@Kill_Switch-fz5qy wish I was the guy! Damn

[@user-bu7jl6zy5d]

Mr. Murphy was superb in the role of Tommy Shelby. It required a controlled masterful performance and he delivered.

[@franciscogomes9844]

This man is one of the best actors out there, what a performance. He deserves an Emmy!

[@GR1ML3G]

Cillian Murphy makes me beyond proud to be Irish. He's the epitomy of what we are as people. My respect and support for him knows no bounds

[@tink6225]

irish accents are pretty cool

[@grlnexdoorable]

What's that? Hard working?

[@GR1ML3G]

@@grlnexdoorable Partly yes, he's also friendly to those he meets and considerate of others. The comment is 3 months old why did you reply?

[@grlnexdoorable]

@@GR1ML3G because you described him as the epitome of Irish people. Hard working came to mind first. And, although you made this comment 3 months ago I only read it yesterday.

[@GR1ML3G]

@@grlnexdoorable I thought you were suggesting Irish people weren't hard working

[@scarl0rd640]

His face is so defined

[@ajordan1976]

He's a god, he's a man He's a ghost, he's a guru They're whispering his name Through this disappearing land But hidden in his coat Is a red right hand. Best 🎼 The whole soundtrack.

[@kaidenhall2718]

Ane Burn all my tears

[@llukandane3337]

Right, e’s the oldest, you’re the thickest. I’m told the boss is called Tommy and I’m guessing that’s you, cos you’re looking me up and down like a *_FUCKING TART_*

[@SVT_BSS.]

Cillian Murphy I love you you are my favorite actor you are the best in the world❤

[@lililee911]

Cillian Murphy's charisma can kill me without a word! i fuckin love him!

[@alibrooks7495]

i love how tommy never eats but he always drinks whiskey

[@SEKTOR435]

Not anymore

[@ap5954]

Cillian just makes the perfect Tommy. . . It's everything about him. The way he carries himself, the things he says and does and how. Doesn't hurt to be handsome with that great accent either.

[@user-iq3yp2gm4w]

Tom was asked where did he get the voice for Alfie he replied he found a gypsy man that could do the voice he loved it and used it❤

[@bertsmith761]

As someone from Birmingham, I love this show because it reminds me of my great grandfather and grandfather who grew up on these streets. The industry, the importance of the canals and the accent. Although its loosely based on the real peaky blinders, it feels so birmingham. We usually just get slated for our accent but it's made it somewhat acceptable to people now.

[@liammcnulty1987]

I mean the accent is definitely downplayed in the series lol. The actual brummie accent is a little thicker

[@okike.4573]

So you're from fookin Birmingham

[@garrym3]

@@liammcnulty1987 Cillian went to pubs in Small Heath in Birmingham near the Birmingham City ground to try and learn more about the local accent. You might be right but some people mistake the Black Country accent as being Brummie. That accent is a lot thicker than the Brummie accent.

[@liammcnulty1987]

@@garrym3 ah fair enough, pal. I'm from Coventry and only used to the thick accent lol. Appreciate the insight 🙏

[@suhan.r21]

Man like Ali. Just a goated interviewer istg. Legend. 🐐💯💯

[@kmarr68]

This is a show where you start with two actors, thinking, "Wow BOTH are in this? It must be amazing! Gotta watch!" And then you watch it, you're amazed yes, but then you go, "WOW.... Cillian and Tom AND Helen AND Paul AND...." and you literally name every. single. actor in the show because they are all just phenomenal. That doesn't happen often. What a masterpiece.

[@MrPatspp]

Literally I started watching when a 2 minute clip from Cilian and Tom popped up in KZbin. Great show. I didn't feel this since Breaking Bad.

[@babarking569]

This show have given me more knowledge than 4 years of college. Want to learn body language, personal development, business mindset, emotional control, dealing in pressure situations, & calmness. The greatest shows ever made on tv

[@trevorbelmont9820]

Rest in peace Aunt Polly.

[@MsLouisez]

That face structure... Like a work of art. and Ali, nice to see you so much this week.

[@kenzastyles2980]

Jawline chiseled for the Gawwds!

[@estherluciano9623]

@@kenzastyles2980 and those cheekbones! Damn, he’s too gorgeous 😭😍

[@11.06_aj]

RIP Helen❤️ a legendary actress!

[@kingskingy586]

What a powerful energy he has, a deep depth of energy. Definitely one of my favourite all time actors to watch

[@agentbanana8522]

I can't imagine anyone playing Thomas Shelby other than him, he is a great actor!

[@Tonycillian5]

He is literally one of the best actors working today. Easily top 5 for me

[@1130bar]

Best show ever hands down. Tommy Shelby character is genius. Deserves a Grammy. No one else could play this part. Murphy IS Tommy Shelby.

[@melomakaronos]

Yeah I would love it if he started singing live

[@Wearethewingmakers]

He’s one of the greats, an absolutely amazing actor, every part he has played he totally nailed it, can’t wait to see him as Oppenheimer. From Thomas Shelby to a nerdy physicist, no problems at all!

[@johnrivers3813]

I'm excited too! Definitely going to watch it in theaters

[@amyperaltiago]

Cilian is soo beautiful 😍😍😍 The best Tommy Shelby you could ask for, that character is his and only his.

[@sangbyafrenchgirl7033]

can be take a moment to appreciate how unreal cillian murphy looks like seriously, that shoud be ILLEGAL

[@pearlstar28]

Agreed, he’s so beautiful and unusual looking

[@julieyoung-garayt9384]

I could go on and on but all I will say is-he is so handsome!!! I can’t come up with anyone who is more handsome. Paul Newman. Maybe.

[@jillellen2631]

Nice to see that beautiful smile. Tommy didn't smile too often.

[@meganmadigan4808]

One of THE BEST actor interviews I’ve ever watched. Completely enjoyable and what a calm, positive energy. You can tell you really love the show and the character.

[@Lacolasproductions]

It's another series where no season falls flat, This first episode of season 6 has been just as amazing and I suspect the rest of the season will be. The problem with most shows is that they don't stop at the right time, that's why you find all these great shows have a great first few seasons before dropping in quality. It's because the story has hit most of its beats already and is generally being dragged out. If a show is written with an ending in mind its generally going to be good throughout because it can be paced like a film with multiple steps. It can set up the climax and ending of the show a lot smoother than a cash cow show that decides one year that this is the last season. Love this show

[@LDwiggs]

What this show did for television, and what Cillian did for the show with his performance, has been so wildly overlooked by entirely too many people. I believe he put forth the greatest performance in the history of TV.

[@traceyrule8593]

What an astonishing, brilliant, cool actor/ man. Bet he is a fantastic father. U slayed Tommy, dude. Here's something I bet u've heard b4....Cillian ur killing it!!!

[@helenheeney2284]

Couldn't agree more outstanding

[@laserblast6084]

He's always been gorgeous. Thought so 20 years ago and still do today:)

[@intldawn]

Fuck, what great insight Cillian gave for how they shot the scenes with Tommy and Alfie. It totally makes sense they cross shot those in order to maintain the energy and cross play between those iconic characters . You can definitely tell the difference and what a smart choice they made to treat those scenes a little differently and ensure those two could react to each other in the moment

[@mohdramiz3565]

What is cross shot?

[@LeaRay]

@@mohdramiz3565 usually you record dialoges "over the shoulder" which means you place one camera behind one actors shoulder, recording the other actor talking. then you set up a new scene and record the whole dialog from the other actors point of view. when you cross shoot, you place two cameras (out of frame from each other obviously) and record both parts/reactions of the dialog at the same time. hope this was understandable, if not let me know and i will try to explain better! :)

[@mohdramiz3565]

@@LeaRay I understood it. Thanks

[@AL-wc8oy]

Apart from Tommy Shelby, it is so honorable to watch the characters of Alfie Solomons and Luca Changrueta. They are the most amazing villains I've ever witnessed in my life. They are spectacle.

[@neetigaur5982]

oswald mosley too like he was probably the smartest villain

[@IIIISai]

@@artjacobbermejo5780 yes hes great but he barley had any real effect, johns actor left the show, originally john wasn't gonna die meaning luca kills noone,

[@monicagristwood4759]

I absolutely loved this interview. Cillian such handsome man, his wife is so lucky waking up to those eyes every morning. 😍 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@orrenlilly5809]

This is one of only a few series ive ever watched multiple times

[@ritamargherita]

My God, he is still so beautiful, it's unreal!

[@ritamargherita]

@Cillian Murphy nice try, fake account 🤣

[@Mitchell_Morris]

Ali is undoubtedly the best interviewer on here. Prime example is this video, and same goes for the Tarantino video.

[@JonBlondell]

Nice guy, gave Bowie his TV cap! Pretty cool.

[@kieranschafer5180]

This show filled a setting and role that the mainstream industry hasn’t tarnished. Absolutely great show.

[@champflowahbomb7630]

LOL the intro describing tommy: hardworking, ladies love him, intelligence. He practically described cillian 😂

[@christinebrearley3150]

Love Cillian, such a gifted actor and yet seems so unspoilt and genuine. I like the way he doesn't seek the spotlight, but lets his work speak for him.

[@angelingodsarmy2520]

Best serie ever..i am from the netherlands..i love tommie..

[@bort9]

Cillian you disserves golden globe for what you did and becoming my fav actor

[@elenaamore4762]

every time an interview with ali is posted, my day is automatically made

[@esra7194]

What did I do to deserve this I can’t get enough of him

[@Boom-xy6je]

Cillian Murphy is a brilliant actor not just for the Peaky Blinders but for all film's his been in. Class he is.

[@earthcandleco]

He has the dreamiest eyes 😍

[@adrianvaduva5674]

love the show, it had its highs and lows but one thing has always been constant, the character of tommy shelby, which is one of the best characters ever written/performed in television.

[@jens2049]

What lows

[@funnyman8630]

@@jens2049 season 5

[@doctorwhofangirl22]

So what we've learned is that if you want a decent interview with Cillian, let him stay at home while he does it. 🤣

[@jodidavis6595]

Two of the greatest and criminally underrated actors. Cillian and Tom Hardy. Screw the awards shows. We all know who the greats are

[@yojitkapoor8489]

i didnt know tommy shelby was such a great actor as well, he plays the role of cillian murphy to perfection

[@JpicGames]

We're gonna miss this show like forever