Peaky Blinders: Unexpected Audition Stories Revealed! |⭐ OSSA

Peaky Blinders season 6 just around the corner, we felt like spreading some Shelby love! In today’s video, we’re looking at how the cast of Peaky Blinders got their roles!
So if you’ve ever wondered about how your favorite Peaky actors landed their roles, stay tuned! That’s right, ladies and gentlemen, we’re going behind the scenes of Peaky Blinders for the best audition stories of the Peaky Blinders cast!
This video features Cillian Murphy as Thomas Shelby (or Tommy Shelby), Paul Anderson as Arthur Shelby, as well as Birmingham’s own Harry Kirton as the youngest brother, Finn Shelby.
But that’s not all! We’re also uncovering the truth behind the auditions for Helen McCrory (Aunt Polly, or Polly Gray) Natasha O’Keeffe (Lizzie Stark) and Sophie Rundle (Ada Shelby), as well as real-life brothers Finn Cole and Joe Cole, who play Michael Gray and John Shelby, respectively. Just like the family members that they portray, this video is going to be OSSAm, so keep watching!
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[@saurabhanand7080]

Cillian murphy is the perfect choice for tommy Shelby. I dont believe anyone else can portray that role better than him.

[@akagetobimaru1994]

Agreed

[@sabayunhirapure8043]

Jason Statham

[@mino9147]

@@sabayunhirapure8043 Definitely won't be as good.

[@sabayunhirapure8043]

@@mino9147 yes of course Though jason was the first choice

[@s4nt123]

Also polly and arthur

[@sineadmcl1985]

The show is nothing without Cillian. Arthur is amazing too but what Cillian brought to the show was on another level

[@z3ny156]

Not true, Cillians acting and presence is incredible, but this show is what it is because of its fantastic writing and direction

[@vanibhat2082]

@@z3ny156 💯

[@julioramirez5971]

Respect Alfie

[@shubhampuntambekar9040]

@@z3ny156 both are right

[@shubhampuntambekar9040]

Both are right

[@thapaganesh3503]

RIP Helen Mccrory🖤🌻😔

[@coolbandit9075]

In the bleak midwinter

[@Abhi-bs8nh]

In the BLEAK MID WINTER ❄️🕊️

[@itsrando3923]

In the bleak midwinter

[@hendrikdebruijn9582]

In the bleak midwinter

[@seiya5185]

In the bleak midwinter

[@lixemoreno27]

Cillian really is different in interviews, he's so awkward and silent. But when in films, I could never tell he's shy, very great actor indeed

[@Vin_03]

Remember I'm an actor -CILLIAN MURPHY

[@RS-rz4ll]

Thanks for the insight

[@AlphaRedDeux]

"Remember, I'm an actor" - Cillian Murphy Outstanding move

[@the-ironclad]

That’s something Tommy Shelby would say if he was trying to get a role himself. He knew what Knight was looking for and that he was preceived the wrong way so he reminded him what he can do in such a short and powerful way. Man played Tommy Shelby before he could be Tommy Shelby.

[@aalee1866]

honestly im glad he did that, never thought cillian woubut im glad he did that 😂 this show is wouldnt be great without him

[@tilidie5272]

imagine jason playing jason tho i like him but hes got no range lol

[@aalee1866]

@@tilidie5272 i agree, good actor but he more suit for action movies

[@GaelinW]

@@tilidie5272 - Exactly my thought. I like Jason but he doesn't have the depth and range necessary to be Tommy Shelby. Honestly, I don't think he would have worked for any of the Shelbys. Some of the villains maybe but not the Shelbys.

[@campbell5511]

First time acting and he’s doing an insane job (Michael grey)

[@sapphire2916]

Who??

[@campbell5511]

@@sapphire2916 oh lol right the person who plays Michael

[@unkwon4497]

@@sapphire2916 Aunt Polly's son

[@maxverstappennonofficial]

also Finn.

[@m.a.1874]

@@maxverstappennonofficial working in Peaky Blinders and in the same time selling coffe somewhere in a small caffe... that's 👏👏👏👏👏👏 unique

[@TheJellymonty]

Joe Cole was right. This is Cillian's show. There are no Peaky Blinders without Tommy. I love Jason but he would have been the wrong choice for the role. I was never really a fan of Cillian until Peaky Blinders. Now, I literally want to boink him 24/7 and bear his 20 children. If Cillian leaves the show, they should end it because nobody can play Tommy beside him and the show dies if they try to do it without Tommy. One of the reasons this show rocks is because they are no hollyweirdos butchering the Brummie accent. I love that all cast members are British/Irish and so there was no need to fake an accent. I also love that they cast because of the story not because of identity political BS. Each character works and is in line with the story. The story is epic and I love that you just don't know what will happen next. Brilliant show!

[@tusmoali7975]

Shutup

[@sobeyramartinez1664]

@@tusmoali7975 Respect

[@pristoste]

omg I love your comment

[@ambershaw2507]

“Boink him and have 20 of his children.” Hahaha, Excellent, and same.

[@rebecastevens8892]

Me too lmao 😂🙋🏻‍♀️

[@rebecastevens8892]

The casting is brilliant. I absolutely love Arthur. When he says “by the order of the Peaky f$&{king Blinders!” it just sounds so cool. Arthur and John both have so much swagger walking around taking care of business for Tommy. Cillian is such a boss, he’s got charisma and mystique at the same time.

[@a_adi_005]

By Oda of da Peaky fookin bloindaz!!!

[@setsuna7618]

Honestly, Arthur's actor already trademarked that lines with his badass voice xD cant live without it

[@pri_11]

Helen and Cillian took the show to a unfathomable level. Hats off to the brilliance.

[@ntavares540]

I just watched the first season for the first time, and am 2 episodes into the second. I am truly speechless with their performance. An unlikely pair, casting director struck gold.

[@nawalrazak2669]

Arthur literally had the best accent. Im shocked it was hard for it... and I doubt there would have been better actors for this show. They all nailed it!!!

[@syidiodium4369]

hi nawal!

[@icarus3604]

The accents are all pretty bad but it’s forgiven because the acting, the strength of the characters, the story lines and the sets more than make up for it. I feel qualified to say that because I’m a Brummie… My grandad worked for a back street illegal betting shop in Small Heath, Birmingham during the 1920’s..

[@deathtrap5556]

@@icarus3604 They actually turned the accents down on purpose, so that they could get the American audience. And it worked

[@icarus3604]

@@deathtrap5556 Not getting them right doesn’t count as toning down..

[@a12086]

Roight..

[@medinagradinariu8373]

rest in peace, Helen McCrory

[@hendrikdebruijn9582]

In the bleak midwinter

[@albertnickol1751]

Why spoilers man

[@hendrikdebruijn9582]

@@albertnickol1751 she died in real life...

[@daitoke]

@@albertnickol1751 the actor died, not the character

[@raine7814]

In the bleak midwinter

[@s.a.l948]

This show has the most attractive and best dressed cast ever. My God🤩

[@rebecastevens8892]

I know… off the charts swagger 🥰🔥

[@OSJ81]

The power of hiring new fresh actors. ❤️

[@jenniferc6285]

Cillian Murphy has been acting since the 90s. Ppl are only now realising he's brilliant but he's always been.

[@OSJ81]

@@jenniferc6285 Cillian is well known and you're right, he's amazing. Him aside, fresh actors can make a series long lasting. They try harder cause they want the show/movie to succeed. That's all I'm saying. 🤔

[@the-ironclad]

I love the cast and what they bring to the show but most of them struck gold with legit no background experience in acting. That is proof that you should still take shots and risks because you just might get the role, even if it’s a slight chance. So go chase your dreams.

[@habeebasubaida560]

"We are brave , aren't we Polly?" " That's the beauty" ❤️❤️

[@atriptothescreen1085]

പൊളി ❤

[@kimonaNo1]

Jason Statham doesn't have the range to play Tommy, he's very one-dimensional. Cillian has so much depth as an actor, his intelligence really shines through, that's why Tommy is so believable as a complicated, super-smart 'tough guy' who cares, but who is also selfish and toxic. And yet somehow we all still love and root for him.

[@dianarivera1533]

Can't even imagine this show without Cillian, without any of the actors really. The are amazing

[@ronnieroo227]

Can't imagine Jason Stathem doing a Brummie accent, it would be like Sean Connery doing his Spanish accent 🤣😜

[@maiaklimenko6614]

Who would have thought that Finn(Michael) has never acted before. His acting was spectacular

[@ngrp27]

He's doing Animal kingdom. A character that meet his uncles and they do illegal thing too.

[@Rose_budd]

I agree!!

[@370amsterdam9]

I never experienced an actor like Cillian who came totally under my skin. He was my everything. I adored him. Everybody was amazing. Thank you all!

[@vamsikris2939]

Rip aunt Polly (In the bleak mid winter)

[@kayewilde8871]

Thomas Shelby is supposed to have his brains and looks to get what he wants. I'm not saying Statham is not good looking but come on those blue eye? That perfectly sculpted face? He is the epitome of danger and beauty put together. So yea, Cillian is perfect for Thomas.

[@buckwheat_flower]

I am huge fan of Jason but NO ONE could have done it better than Cilian

[@MisterRay15]

To think Finn wasn't even an actor and now he has some of the most powerful scenes? That's pure talent💯

[@AlmostReady504]

....well

[@probablecauzz7038]

Cillian Murphy is definitely one of the most talented and versatile actor in the last 25 years.

[@realestcinta]

to be very honest,the show wont be getting the recognition as right now if tommy was portrayed by another actor. Cillian added huge impact into the show with his strong personality. thats how the he managed to carry the show perfectly.

[@Yakumoki]

Wow, so many new actors??? I'm so impressed with all of them I wouldn't have any idea that they never acted before. Arthur is just amazing, his acting is on a other level and he suits his role so well!

[@Lucas-bx1qj]

Rest easy Aunt Polly🥀

[@dorenem8532]

What an incredible, powerful, and stunning woman Helen was. I only knew her as Aunt Polly......I miss you already Pol. The world was touched by your grace.

[@weepingangel6805]

I always glazed over when Ada was on-screen, but there was this one scene that I'll never forget that changed my mind about her and even got me crushing. That scene in the pub and she's like "Next time make sure you have ice. This pub's come to our attention for it's lack of ice", then she went over to the corner table, said nothing, and the guy got shook and vacated the seats.

[@seealterego88]

I will be rewatching the entire show for the 6th time just for Helen. ❤️

[@zualteitweety5517]

Joe Cole was right Cillian did outshine everyone portraying Tommy, he was "PHENOMENAL" But John Shelby was my fav.aside from Tommy and it hit me hard when i found out he died in season 5. I'd kill to see the continuing season❤

[@aaronmay7090]

Didnt he die in season 4?

[@dr.random8920]

Same! I love John’s character, I miss seeing him on the show. He had much swagger in the way he walked and talked and nobody mouthed a toothpick quite like him. I wonder why he really left the show.

[@ginaswellnessdiaries7491]

Same. I really liked John too. Rip

[@bellabella1888]

Jason Statham has always been my favorite actor… But damnnn Cillian killed that role 🔥🔥🔥 Peaky Blinders without Cillian would have been an average gangster drama series. Nobody can replace Cillian, what a foookin‘ talented man!!!

[@bring2coinsfortheboatman3]

?? he plays the same role in every movie

[@novicindy7462]

I really can’t imagine someone else to be Tommy Shelby a part from Cilian . It’s not even look like acting it’s more like his real lifestyle

[@wendigo1919]

I believe he's said his style of acting taking a massive toll on him physically and emotionally. So, when he goes home to his family, he really goes back to the true introvert he is and has to sort of recover from all that intensity.

[@mirandascott8058]

Yeah he’s the main reason I even watched peaky blinders because I Love Cillian Murphy I love how they said he was good for a huge male and female audience lol

[@Milestonemonger]

I am totally in-love with Thomas Shelby. Cillian Murphy portrayed the character flawlessly.

[@mihye32]

Choosing Cillian for the role of Tommy Shelby was the best thing ever! He portrayed Tommy so well!!! Cillian was Tommy!! I cannot imagine the show without Cillian!!

[@kristinb3093]

I'm so glad they casted who they did instead of huge actors. Every person is amazing. Jason Statham is cool, but he's no Cillian Murphy lol.

[@wendigo1919]

he doesn't have the breadth of range that Cillian has though, that is required for a complex role like Tommy Shelby.

[@FUB.]

Not a single fooking show gonna beat peaky blinders 😤🐐

[@User75314]

suits>>>>>

[@austinchett9053]

Oh Aunt Polly, you have no idea how much we're going to miss you •́ ‿ ,•̀

[@Italiana911]

I think that Paul Anderson and Cillian Murphy’s Brummie accents are excellent, and I’m born & bred in Birmingham.

[@-at-1528]

Imagine Jason got the Tommy role lmao bald Tommy Shelby

[@GLocarso]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@akagetobimaru1994]

Jason doesn't fit the role.... he's too one dimensional..

[@Nedsdag]

R.I.P. Helen McCrory

[@chniwlasanaa29]

Cillian murphy is the reason why I'm watching the show... no one cpyld have played thomas shelby's character better than him...

[@mdm0316]

I can't imagine Jason Statham as Thomas Shelby. If it was him, I think I would not watch the pilot episode. Cillian is the perfect choice especially in terms of acting.

[@sojournerrose7787]

I cannot imagine anyone else playing these characters, they all just fit so well

[@skygazer6898]

Helen McCrory would have been spoken in the same breath as Judi Dench and Helen Mirren, she was that good in all her various roles, especially on the stage. A sad loss

[@laylaas3761]

but damn... Cillian fooking Murphy 😍🤤

[@aleksandradakovic4032]

My favorite characters are Tommy and Polly, done magnificently by Cillian and Helen and we gonna miss aunt Polly 💔 Also, Arthur's, Alfie's and Luca Changretta's roles are super good and actors did it perfectly!

[@cynthiamorales4447]

Great show! 💕They are all great! Cillian Murphy is the best!💕So sad we lost Helen McCrory may she Rest in peace!🙏

[@avigold3622]

Sam Neill was amazing as well!

[@earlygrayy]

Gotta continue watching the show, just started season 5. I feel so bad for Helen man, it sucks how the best people are always the first to go. She was an incredible actress and potrayed Polly beautifully. So is the rest of the cast. A truly amazing, high quality show, it's a must watch.

[@user-jy3rc8jl3j]

I was surprised to know that Finn Cole wasn't an actor😱 first time acting and he's so professonally doin' it. Brilliant talent😍

[@felsman8377]

In the bleak mid winter RIP Aunt Polly

[@maxverstappennonofficial]

By my personal opinian , these new-generation actors are way better actors overall than other old-school/classic movies/famous actors.

[@ngrp27]

There's good ones and bad ones in every generation Watch more old movies.

[@aicytv43]

A pretty random comment. Cillian Murphy is to Tommy Shelby as RDJ is to Iron Man

[@Melly-xoxo]

Jason was priority over Cillian? Lol I can’t Jason can’t even act IMO

[@Based_Ah]

Him and Vin Diesel are so overrated

[@wendigo1919]

He's great in actions movies, most definitely, but not for complex acting roles.

[@setsuna7618]

Cillian Murphy killed the role. He lowkey brings in James Bond vibes but in gangster era through Peaky Blinders. What a badass.

[@jodieclarke4333]

She was, IS, beautifully chasrismatic and enigmatic, love on forever Helen, with love, x

[@peteypizzillo1142]

To be honest I think the reason the show was so good because they had seasoned actors and newbies together and I think they fed off each others skills and it worked

[@mariezforbes]

Thank God she took the role! She did amazing:)

[@thisisit333]

My beloved Aunt Pol! Such a fantastic character. RIP Helen Mc Crory.

[@srivinit]

Cilian is brilliantly awesome

[@-_7027]

"remember, im an actor" yep thats something tommy would say

[@kashifmuneer5490]

Rip Polly 💔

[@LilithMorningstar999]

Arthur's character arc is like a roller coaster ride.. it's perfectly written and portrayed! Hands down..

[@Christianna73]

Thank you for this video ♡

[@kayewilde8871]

Yes. Joe Cole was right. This is Cillian Murphy's show but we lamented big time when John died.

[@N0M0RENAME]

Joe Cole stepping out with humility is admirable

[@brandyb2931]

I cannot imagine this next season without Polly, God bless her soul.

[@diamondtacos973]

Everyone Was a Brilliant pick A nearly Perfect Cast Even Tom Hardy Did an AMAZING JOB as Alfie

[@vibhavnaik5750]

I was just watching this show!!

[@GLocarso]

do you want a spoiler? 😅

[@atunrandom7765]

Damn, so Joe chose to leave? I thought he was just written off the show, cus you know, there wasn't much left for him to do, or maybe there was but idk

[@epicentreofvideos2571]

He got offered a lead role in a movie

[@shahbozsaidmamatov1541]

I just can’t imagine Jason Statham playing a complex character like Tommy Shelby. He always plays the same alpha goons.

[@a-lonely-weeb5147]

I just can't. Natasha is just way too freaking beautiful

[@gorettichacon4920]

Joe Cole 😍 I love him!! I remember him since he was on the show called “Skins” it was very nice of him to encourage his brother to try acting and he is very good actor too!

[@norleng2]

Love Arthur, he's my favourite character on the show☺️❤️

[@troymorales5543]

BY THE ORDER OF THE FOOKIN PEAKY BLINDERS🔥🖤

[@jordanloud7838]

Paul Anderson was perfect for Arthur’s character. He was my favorite character in the series. His ability to be a Shelby and handle business, while having to cope with his PTSD alone since no one takes that part of him serious, really sets the tone for a person who faces that in real life. His acting is absolutely superb. Loved everyone but Arthur MUST get his flowers.

[@luzineterodrigues7479]

True talent all' thank you for It ✨✨✨

[@samdonut9347]

I'm getting vexed bout how he's saying "Birmingham"

[@siddharthabanerjee7116]

Can't imagine anyone other than Cillian in Tommy's place

[@judyroland2959]

Micheal certainly does have talent!!! Cant beleive he wasnt an actor!!! Loved Joe Cole, fantastic!!!’ Two talented brothers!!’

[@helenheeney2284]

Just an outstanding actor unbelievable performances an actual joy to see Cillian Murphy

[@OSSAchannel]

Absolutely agree, Helen 🤗🌺🤗 Cillian Murphy’s performances in “Peaky Blinders” are truly outstanding and a joy to watch 😍

[@helenheeney2284]

@@OSSAchannel isn't he just thank you thank you

[@Aeykaey_]

miss you aunt polly

[@_adv.salman]

I miss you aunt poll

[@tae_withsugakookies4802]

I have always loved the thought of acting, but I have never known how to even get into that career. And also, it would be so stressfull and there would be so many things that come along with it

[@sobeyramartinez1664]

Remember...Im an actor..Tomy Shelby.Perfect👌

[@annettegilbert3715]

He said that because he was aware that he neither looked like or seemed like he could play Tommy Shelby 😊

[@charinabacalso97]

CILLIAN MURPHY!!!

[@mukhtaarashraf3740]

Wish there was a part 2 featuring Grace's actress, Sam Neil, Tom Hardy and other consistent characters

[@tiberiuivana7934]

The movie was excellent, very good realization, unique. This movie remember me for Once upon a time in America. All the actors was formidable but Cillian and Helen was magnificient. May be the role of their life. Sorry for passing away of Helen. Congratulations to all, the idea of this movie was remarcable

[@ninabbrl9651]

Repose en paix magnifique Polly Helen merveilleuse actrice

[@bigbondfan1331]

Rip Helen ❤️

[@hersheykiss4445]

Yeah, Cillian definitely draws a female audience.😍🔥

[@MyName-ty2iz]

Joe is so underrated

[@wendijackson8844]

RIP sweet Lady Helen McCrory

[@ramanamayaa864]

RIP Polly 💔💔💔

[@snehaa_mua]

Some people just watched show cuz Cillian looks so hottt

[@ccavazzi6671]

Totally the most incredable show I seen I love all the actore were The best Best Incredable How they have a great eye to see Who can do the representation of the roll

[@cillianmurphyirelandfan4677]

Rip Helen McCrory 😭

[@atriptothescreen1085]

Cillian❤

[@Tbn01]

Cillian Murphy: "Remember, I'm an actor." Finn Cole: "I'm not an actor."