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The Best Episodes of Peaky Blinders

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Peaky Blinders Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.8/10(83 votes)

    #1 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    As Tommy prepares to commit the most audacious crime of his career, an unexpected blow is struck, putting him under unbearable pressure. As he faces his worst fears he needs help more than ever, but is increasingly uncertain about whom he can trust. In a nerve-shredding race against time, Tommy is forced to confront hard truths about himself and his family that could change the Peaky Blinders forever.

    Director:Tim Mielants
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  2. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.7/10(92 votes)

    #2 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    As derby day arrives, Tommy is faced with impossible decisions as he plans to strike back at his enemies and take the family business to another level. Meanwhile, Major Campbell has one final card to play - one that he is certain will bring about Tommy's demise.

    Director:Colm McCarthy
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  3. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 1 - The Noose
    8.6/10(86 votes)

    #3 - The Noose

    S4:E1

    December 1925. When Tommy receives a mysterious letter on Christmas Eve, he realises that the Shelbys are in danger of annihilation.

    Director:David Caffrey
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  4. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 2 - Heathens
    8.6/10(72 votes)

    #4 - Heathens

    S4:E2

    As the Shelbys come to terms with the shocking events of Christmas Day, Tommy endeavours to unite his family and a bold new enemy makes his move.

    Director:David Caffrey
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  5. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 6 - The Company
    8.6/10(60 votes)

    #5 - The Company

    S4:E6

    It is the night of the big fight - Bonnie Gold versus Goliath. But as the bell rings and the crowd goes wild, dangers lurk in the shadows for Tommy Shelby and his family. When Changretta plays his final ace, he sets in motion a series of events that will change the Peaky Blinders forever.

    Director:David Caffrey
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  6. Peaky Blinders Season 6 Episode 1 - Black Day
    8.6/10(107 votes)

    #6 - Black Day

    S6:E1

    Tommy sets off to North America, where the end of Prohibition brings new opportunities. But he faces new danger from an old adversary who is finally making his move.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  7. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.4/10(130 votes)

    #7 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    As Thomas Shelby prepares to oust Billy Kimber, hidden secrets are revealed and the family have to face up to the problems that have divided them. Meanwhile, Campbell, obsessed with taking down the Peaky Blinders, unleashes one last plan to destroy them.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  8. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.3/10(140 votes)

    #8 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Thomas Shelby has to deal with an IRA chief who has come to Small Heath to avenge his cousin's death. Meanwhile Campbell gets closer to the stolen guns, and Grace has to decide whether her loyalties lie with him or with Thomas.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writers:Toby Finlay, Steven Knight

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  9. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.3/10(76 votes)

    #9 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    Arthur and Michael both end up arrested and imprisoned. As Tommy's base in London is obliterated. Major Campbell has Tommy and his family under his thumb. Polly compromises herself hoping to secure Michael's freedom, but their relationship may be beyond repair at this point. Someone from Tommy's past pays him a visit, opening old wounds and leaving him to make a impossible decision.

    Director:Colm McCarthy
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  10. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 3 - Blackbird
    8.3/10(66 votes)

    #10 - Blackbird

    S4:E3

    Tradition weighs upon Arthur as Changretta finds a chink in the Shelby armour and Changretta continues to plan ways to continue the vendetta in the most devastating way possible.

    Director:David Caffrey
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  11. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 5 - The Duel
    8.3/10(58 votes)

    #11 - The Duel

    S4:E5

    Tommy finds himself engaged in bloody battle with Luca Changretta and his gang. Lizzie has even greater news to break. Meanwhile, an army colonel has questions for Ada about her past as a communist, and Jessie Eden confirms just how far she is prepared to go in pursuit of her cause.

    Director:David Caffrey
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  12. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 2 - Black Cats
    8.3/10(64 votes)

    #12 - Black Cats

    S5:E2

    The Peaky Blinders come under fire when Tommy finds danger on his doorstep and a friend is brutally attacked. Could there be a traitor in the Shelby family’s midst?

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  13. Peaky Blinders Season 6 Episode 6 - Lock and Key
    8.3/10(57 votes)

    #13 - Lock and Key

    S6:E6

    As the clouds of the coming storm gather, Tommy Shelby faces the consequences of his experiences and his actions.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  14. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.2/10(127 votes)

    #14 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Thomas Shelby's war with the Lee family of gypsies escalates, and Campbell puts further pressure on him to deliver the stolen guns. Meanwhile Thomas's brother John plans to marry a former prostitute, but Thomas suspects that she's still on the game.

    Director:Tom Harper
    Writers:Stephen Russell, Steven Knight

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  15. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.2/10(101 votes)

    #15 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    Tommy offers to help Polly by searching for her children, who long ago were taken from her. In London, Tommy risks his life by meeting enigmatic leader Alfie Solomons. Meanwhile Arthur continues to feel the devastating effects of the Great War.

    Director:Colm McCarthy
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  16. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.2/10(97 votes)

    #16 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    Tommy hatches a plan to take control of the southern racecourses. He also meets the aristocratic May Carleton, and sees an opportunity to move up in the world. Meanwhile both Major Campbell and London gangster Darby Sabini plan Tommy's downfall.

    Director:Colm McCarthy
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  17. Peaky Blinders Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.2/10(82 votes)

    #17 - Episode 4

    S3:E4

    Tommy takes his brothers on a hunting expedition and shares some important family news. He also outlines his intentions for the most daring criminal act the Peaky Blinders have ever undertaken.

    Director:Tim Mielants
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  18. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 4 - Dangerous
    8.2/10(57 votes)

    #18 - Dangerous

    S4:E4

    The Peaky Blinders are lured by the Italians into a cat-and-mouse chase on the streets of Birmingham. As his factory lies idle, Tommy confronts the possibility that the Communists might win and he will be deemed a traitor to his class.

    Director:David Caffrey
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  19. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 4 - The Loop
    8.2/10(57 votes)

    #19 - The Loop

    S5:E4

    Tommy agrees to dangerous new partnerships when a golden opportunity presents itself, and a Shelby party promises fireworks.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  20. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 6 - Mr. Jones
    8.2/10(55 votes)

    #20 - Mr. Jones

    S5:E6

    News of Tommy's activities have reached Winston Churchill. At a family meeting, Tommy lays out his plans for Mosley, which will take place at a rally Sir Oswald is leading. Tommy is surprised by another strategy, coming from an unexpected corner. Meanwhile, Tommy has his own secrets to reveal.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  21. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.1/10(855 votes)

    #21 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Birmingham, 1919. Thomas Shelby controls the Peaky Blinders, one of the city's most feared criminal organisations, but his ambitions go beyond running the streets. When a crate of guns goes missing, Thomas recognises an opportunity to move up in the world.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  22. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.1/10(211 votes)

    #22 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Thomas fixes a horserace, provoking the ire of local kingpin Billy Kimber. He also starts a war with gypsy family the Lees. Meanwhile, Inspector Campbell carries out a vicious raid of Small Heath in search of the stolen guns.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  23. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.1/10(143 votes)

    #23 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Thomas Shelby plans to go to Cheltenham races in order to get closer to Billy Kimber. Knowing the gangster's appetite for beautiful women, Thomas invites Grace to accompany him. Meanwhile some IRA sympathisers approach Thomas with an offer to buy the stolen guns.

    Director:Otto Bathurst
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  24. Peaky Blinders Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.1/10(76 votes)

    #24 - Episode 3

    S3:E3

    Responding to the Italians’ actions, Tommy is set on a path of deadly vengeance that could take him to his darkest place yet, and threatens to splinter the family. As Arthur struggles with his conscience, Linda implores him to stop his illicit work with the Peaky Blinders.

    Director:Tim Mielants
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  25. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.0/10(139 votes)

    #25 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    Business is booming for the Peaky Blinders, as Shelby starts expanding both his legal and illegal operations. He plans for the future, looking at managing a race track in the South. He soon comes across some new adversaries, testing him in very different ways. Back in Birmingham, Shelby's home town is challenged by members of his family reacting to the upturn in their fortunes. A enemy from his past also returns hoping to exact their plan of revenge of biblical proportions.

    Director:Colm McCarthy
    Writer:Steven Knight

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "Peaky Blinders". It scored 8.8/10 based on 83 votes. Directed by Tim Mielants and written by Steven Knight, it aired on 6/9/2016. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 6".