NetflixPeaky Blinders (2013)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.8
Overview
A gangster family epic set in 1919 Birmingham, England and centered on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby, who means to move up in the world.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Neutral
Christianity: Negative
Judaism: Positive
Overview
A gangster family epic set in 1919 Birmingham, England and centered on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby, who means to move up in the world.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
NetflixApple TVPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The series critiques systemic issues like class disparity and corruption, often associated with left-leaning discourse, but champions an individualistic, family-centric solution to these problems while critically depicting the dangers of various ideological extremes, resulting in a neutral stance on political solutions.
The movie features a predominantly traditional cast, reflecting its historical setting without explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. The narrative explores complex characters and societal challenges within its period, but does not explicitly critique traditional identities as inherently negative, focusing instead on individual actions and class dynamics.
Secondary
The show includes minor LGBTQ+ representation, notably an incidental depiction of Isiah Jesus with a male partner. A brief, implied same-sex encounter involving Arthur Shelby is presented in a dark context, reflecting his depravity rather than commenting on queer identity. Overall, the portrayal is neither strongly affirming nor denigrating.
The series frequently portrays Christian institutions and figures, such as Father Hughes and certain IRA members, as corrupt, hypocritical, or using faith to justify violence and control. While some characters find personal solace, the overall narrative highlights the problematic aspects and misuse of organized religion within the depicted society.
Judaism is portrayed positively through characters like Alfie Solomons, whose Jewish identity is central to his complex, powerful, and often respected persona. The narrative depicts the Jewish community with strength and resilience, avoiding negative stereotypes.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Peaky Blinders is an original historical drama series. Its main characters were created specifically for the show and are not adaptations of pre-existing characters from other media or historical figures whose gender was altered. Therefore, no gender swaps occurred.
Peaky Blinders is an original historical drama series. Its main characters were created for the show and are not adaptations of pre-existing characters from other media or historical figures whose race was altered. Therefore, no race swaps are present.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.7
8.5
Critic Ratings
9.3
N/A
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