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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 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    9.5/10(17199 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. Peaky Blinders Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    9.5/10(15371 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 6 - The Company
    9.4/10(14334 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 1 - The Noose
    9.3/10(15558 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Peaky Blinders Season 6 Episode 6 - Lock and Key
    9.3/10(16090 votes)

    #5 - 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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 6 - Mr. Jones
    9.2/10(12464 votes)

    #6 - 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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    The 20 WORST Episodes of Peaky Blinders

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  7. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    9.1/10(14695 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 4 Episode 2 - Heathens
    9.0/10(11203 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.8/10(13277 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. Peaky Blinders Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.8/10(10436 votes)

    #10 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    Tommy goes to London to meet the wildly eccentric and volatile Duke Leon and soon discovers the extreme lengths his new paymasters are willing to go to in their quest for power. In Birmingham a personal dispute with the Italians threatens to explode into a devastating war.

    Director:Tim Mielants
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  11. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 4 - The Loop
    8.8/10(9556 votes)

    #11 - 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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  12. Peaky Blinders Season 6 Episode 1 - Black Day
    8.8/10(13811 votes)

    #12 - 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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  13. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.7/10(10497 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 5 - The Duel
    8.7/10(9958 votes)

    #14 - 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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  15. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 2 - Black Cats
    8.7/10(10203 votes)

    #15 - 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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  16. Peaky Blinders Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.6/10(9713 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. Peaky Blinders Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.5/10(12654 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.5/10(10553 votes)

    #18 - 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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  19. Peaky Blinders Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.5/10(9657 votes)

    #19 - 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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  20. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 4 - Dangerous
    8.5/10(9543 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 5 - The Shock
    8.5/10(8654 votes)

    #21 - The Shock

    S5:E5

    As Tommy reveals his intentions for Mosley, someone close to the Shelbys is targeted.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  22. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.4/10(11513 votes)

    #22 - 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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  23. Peaky Blinders Season 4 Episode 3 - Blackbird
    8.4/10(9747 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. Peaky Blinders Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.3/10(10298 votes)

    #24 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    Arthur leads the Peaky Blinders takeover of London's Eden Club. Sabini decides to put old feuds to one side, convincing Alfie to one side to get rid of the Peaky Blinders. Tommy hires May Carleton to train his race horse, and the pair become fast friends. In Birmingham, Michael joins the family firm, hoping to help Tommy's businesses become more legitimate. Whilst Tommy's insecurities are intensified as he discovers what Major Campbell wants him to do.

    Director:Colm McCarthy
    Writer:Steven Knight

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  25. Peaky Blinders Season 5 Episode 3 - Strategy
    8.3/10(9096 votes)

    #25 - Strategy

    S5:E3

    As the charismatic Mosley shows his hand, Tommy prepares to make a treacherous new alliance.

    Director:Anthony Byrne
    Writer:Steven Knight

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 6" is the best rated episode of "Peaky Blinders". It scored 9.5/10 based on 17199 votes. Directed by Colm McCarthy and written by Steven Knight, it aired on 11/6/2014. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 6".