Peaky Blinders Movie Premiere
2 March 2026
Ozzy sporting his Peaky Blinders cap at New Street Station
The global premiere of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is taking place in the West Midlands this week, marking a significant cultural and economic moment for the region and reinforcing Birmingham’s status as the birthplace of one of the world’s most recognisable television franchises.
Inspired by the people, industry and streets of Birmingham and the Black Country, Peaky Blinders has become a global phenomenon, broadcast in more than 180 countries and supported by an international fanbase numbering in the millions. The latest instalment returns to its roots, with filming taking place across the region and the world premiere hosted here on Monday.
Ozzy the Bull has been transformed with his own flat-cap ahead of the much-awaited premiere of the Peaky Blinders movie. The 33ft-tall bull in New Street station also has a red carpet laid out for him.
Create Central Champion Steven Knight with the Peaky Blinders tram
Martin Simms, from Central Production West Midlands, said the movie was a celebration of storytelling and "I hope it really inspires people to embrace different cultural aspects, and be as engaged as possible."
"What we need to remember is Birmingham and the West Midlands is the home to original storytelling, we're steeped in the history of that," Simms said, as he also linked the creative spirit to Ozzy's makeover.
"It's really important. We need to ensure we own [storytelling] as best possible and share that with the world."
During production, which included 20 days of preparation and 10 days of filming in the West Midlands, an estimated £1 million was spent with local businesses. This included regional supply chain companies, hotels, restaurants, crew and extras, delivering direct benefit to the visitor economy and creative industries.
Ozzy the Bull has been given a specially commissioned Peaky Blinders flat cap, creating a striking tribute to the Birmingham-born story at one of the city’s most prominent gateways. Period-inspired scenic elements on the station concourse further enhance the atmosphere, providing a moment of civic pride for residents and a memorable welcome for visitors. The installation will remain in place for six weeks.
Neil Rami, Chief Executive, West Midlands Growth Company, said:
“Hosting the world premiere of the new Peaky Blinders film is a landmark moment for Birmingham and the West Midlands. This is a story that started here and continues to captivate audiences across the globe. Through our ‘It Starts Here’ campaign, we champion the region as a place where world-class creativity, culture and ideas are born. This celebration at New Street Station gives residents and visitors the chance to share in that pride and celebrate a globally recognised story that truly starts here.”