Steven Knight

Earl, a veteran newsman, reflects on the polarized state of modern journalism and the loss of objective truth. He expresses a cynical nostalgia for the era of Walter Cronkite while attempting to convince Jerome to stay committed to their struggling publication.

The Shelby family gathers to discuss a new threat: a ruthless Chief Inspector arriving from Belfast to clean up Birmingham. Thomas subtly usurps his brother Arthur's leadership by providing intelligence on the inspector's history, leading to a sharp confrontation with Aunt Polly over family secrets and gender dynamics.

Polly confronts Thomas in a church about a secret he is keeping regarding the factory. Thomas reveals that his men accidentally stole a massive shipment of government weapons intended for Libya, placing the family in extreme danger from the authorities.

Chief Inspector Campbell delivers a scathing and intimidating speech to a room of corrupt police officers. He condemns their moral failings and bribery while outlining his mission to eradicate the gangs, communists, and IRA threats in Birmingham.

Chief Inspector Campbell delivers a scathing and intimidating introductory speech to a room of corrupt police officers. He establishes his moral superiority and outlines his mission to purge the city of gangs, communists, and internal corruption with religious fervor.

Thomas Shelby prepares to execute his friend and fellow soldier, Danny, to prevent a gang war with the Italians. Danny, suffering from severe PTSD, accepts his fate while Thomas promises to care for Danny's family and provide them with a life away from violence.

Chief Inspector Campbell delivers a blistering, fire-and-brimstone speech to a room of corrupt police officers. He condemns their complicity with local gangs and introduces a new, ruthless reinforcement squad to purge the city of crime and political subversion.

Thomas Shelby prepares to execute his friend and fellow war veteran Danny Whizz-Bang to settle a blood feud with an Italian gang. As Danny reflects on his trauma from the Great War and makes final requests for his family, Thomas offers a moment of mercy and brotherhood before the fatal shot.