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The BBC has unveiled a first look at the 'new era' of Peaky Blinders, with Charlie Heaton joining the cast as Charles Shelby.

The new series, set in post-war Birmingham,shows the race to rebuild the city becoming a brutal contest of mythical dimensions, with the Shelby family central to the action.

Heaton's transformation into Charles Shelby,the son of Thomas Shelby and Grace Burgess,marks a significant shift in the series.

Peaky Blinders' post-war reckoning: a new era of violence and power struggles

The teaser image of the series features Heaton looking tense as he stares down the camera lens, indicating a dramatic and tense storyline.

The Shelby family's grip on power in post-war Birmingham is set to be tested, as they navigate the complexities of rebuilding the city.

With Heaton's arrival, the stakes are higher than ever, and the violence and power struggles are likely to escalate.

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After his role as an American teen in Netflix's Stranger Things,Heaton has transformed with a short haircut and a tailored suit,resembling the cahracter of Charles Shelby.

The 26-year-old actor has spoken about his excitement to join the Peaky Blinders cast , and his character's complex relationships with the Shelby family.

Heaton's arrival marks a new era for the series, and fans are eagerly awaiting the release of the new episodes.

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The BBC has not released any information about the production costs or the filming schedule for the new series.

However, the network has confirmed that the new episodes will premiere in 2024, and fans can expect a dramatic and intense storyline.