Thomas Shelby is a fictional character from the British television series "Peaky Blinders." He is portrayed by actor Cillian Murphy. The show is set in the aftermath of World War I and follows the story of the Shelby crime family in Birmingham, England.
While "Peaky Blinders" draws inspiration from historical events and the real-life urban youth gang known as the Peaky Blinders, Thomas Shelby himself is a creation of the show's writer and creator, Steven Knight. The character is not based on a specific real-life individual. However, certain aspects of the show, including the historical context and the activities of the gang, are influenced by true events and the history of Birmingham during that era.
The show blends fiction with historical elements, creating an engaging and dramatic story with memorable characters like Thomas Shelby.