The showrunner previously told Slate how his characters were dictating their own path for season six.
‘But at this moment, it has its own logic and momentum. Right now, it feels as if the characters are just writing themselves.’
Knight’s comments hint that Tommy’s budding political career as a Labour MP for Birmingham South is about to take off in season five, perhaps leading him to a prolific career in the world of politics for future seasons.
Arthur Shelby star Paul Anderson told Metro.co.uk in January: ‘Tommy is in a position of power, and he can only get stronger in that position.’
However, he also hinted that Tommy’s newfound status as an MP will enable him to ‘get away with’ and ‘manipulate things more’.
Peaky Blinders season 5 will air on BBC One later this year
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