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One of the most complex characters in BBC’sPeaky Blinderswas Annabelle Wallis’ Grace Burgess, the spy-turned-lover of Thomas Shelby. She had a central role that showcased progressive character development, and her exit proved to be a major turning point for the show’s narrative.
The Shelby couple didn’t have a happy ending as fans hoped, as Grace died in Season 3 after getting fatally shot by a bullet meant for her husband. Portraying the character proved to be a daunting task for Wallis, who claimed working alongside Cillian Murphy inspired her to strive harder.
Cillian Murphy inspired Annabelle Wallis to aim for excellence inPeaky Blinders
Annabelle Wallisis notably known for her portrayal of Jane Seymour in Showtime’s period dramaThe Tudors, but landing the role of Grace Burgess inPeaky Blinderswas the game-changer in her career.
The actress recalled her experience working on the BBC show and how it allowed her to exhibit the ability she never got to flaunt in her previous projects. She praised writerSteven Knightfor the incredible script but also mentioned the caliber of the actors she got to work with.
Wallis toldThe Glass Magazinethat playing opposite a veteran actor likeCillian Murphygave her an epiphany, a sudden awareness of the magnitude of the work she’s involved in.
To be honest when I heard that Cillian Murphy was attached all I could think was “I would die to work with him”. He raises the bar so incredibly high that you either sink or you swim. If you fail in that moment then you are out.
Despite the nervous feeling, the 40-year-old English actress was down for the ride and thrilled to be part of a project where she could prove herself worthy of the role. Her character’s death reverberated throughout the rest of the show, and even with Grace’s absence, her memory continued to linger on Tommy in ways he never expected. The tragedy eventually hardened him and pushed him to further violence.
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Wallis might have left the show earlier than fans expected, but her experience on the series did wonders not only for her career but also in her personal life. Given her character’s tragic fate, the actress won’t likely return in theupcomingPeaky Blindersmovie.
Peaky Blindersmovie is officially in post-production
The production forPeaky Blindersfilm officially wrapped up in December, and we’re so close to seeing Murphy play the enigmatic crime boss again. The Irish star expressed his excitement by putting on the hat of Tommy Shelby once more. “This is one for the fans,” he toldNetflix.
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Knight shared that the new chapter is set during World War II, and we should expect nothing less from the Shelby family. “No holds barred. Full-on Peaky Blinders at war,” the writer teased.
Sadly, there is no official release date yet for the upcoming movie, so stay tuned for more updates — by order of the Peaky Blinders!
Peaky Blindersis currently available to watch on Netflix.
Ariane Cruz
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Ariane Cruz is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows with over 3,000 articles published. Her love for pop culture and the creative arts fuels her passion to deliver engaging and informative stories. Her daily consumption of films, shows, and books keeps her energized for the day, along with her mission to serve as the bridge between fans and their favorite franchises.
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