“Can the chosen one smoke?”
21"What are you doing?"
Despite his obvious success, Tommy grapples with the path his life has taken in this resonating scene.
This makes him more sympathetic and relatable toPeaky Blindersaudiences, hence why this scene is so beloved.
20"Since my f**king wife took a bullet meant for me!"
19"I’m a man who drinks tea."
18"I think, Arthur.
Thats what I do.
So that you dont have to."
It also perfectly encapsulates the dynamics between the two, especially at the beginning of the series.
17"Sometimes, death is a kindness."
Like always, Murphy’s nuanced delivery makes this moment all the more impactful.
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16"Lies travel faster than the truth."
14"The only person who could ever kill Tommy Shelby is Tommy Shelby himself."
13"When you plan something well, there’s no need to rush."
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Season 2, Episode 6 (2014)
Tommy Shelby is a man of action.
He isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty and do what needs to be done.
However, he is also quite clinical, adopting a precise approach in each of his plans.
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This strategy allows him to become the leader of a large criminal enterprise.
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