Disney+ viewers have raved about a new historical boxing drama that’s ‘right up there with Peaky Blinders.

A Thousand Blows starring Stephen Graham has had its viewers hooked as they dub the flick ‘absolutely outstanding. 

The film is set in 1880s Victorian London and was created by Peaky Blinders’ Steven Knight.

The sports film follows Stephen’s, Erin Doherty’s and Malachi Kirby’s characters as they face an epic fight for power in the perilous world of illegal boxing.

And with it only premiering on the streaming platform on February, 21, vieewers have already hailed it a success as they flocked to social media to share their reviews.      

One penned: ‘Started watching a thousand blows on Stephen Graham is absolutely outstanding!! Everything this guys in is absolute gold what an actor!!’

Disney+ viewers have raved about a new historical boxing drama that’s ‘right up there with Peaky Blinders.

A Thousand Blows starring Stephen Graham has had its viewers hooked as they dub the flick ‘absolutely outstanding’

‘Malachi Kirby I am automatically in lol but a couple eps in to A Thousand Blows and we getting quality from writing to performances to aesthetics. Still waiting on Taboo but happy to fill in time with this show. Tap in friends and lovers’

‘I just finished watching ‘A Thousand Blows’, and let me tell you, this film is an absolute rollercoaster of emotions and intensity. The way it delves into the historical context while also providing viewers with intense and raw fight scenes is truly captivating. The violent spectacle in this movie is not just for shock value; it serves a purpose in portraying the harsh reality of the time period. 

‘The gritty bare-knuckle fight scenes are incredibly well-choreographed, drawing you in and making you feel every punch and kick. The review link provided gives a glimpse into the depth and complexity of the film, but I have to say that experiencing it firsthand is a whole different level of immersion. 

‘If you’re a fan of historical dramas that don’t shy away from hard-hitting action, ‘A Thousand Blows’ is definitely worth a watch.’

‘A Thousand Blows. Brilliant brilliant series. Right up there with Peaky Blinders. Can’t wait for part two!’

‘2 episodes in and I’m so angry and excited already. A thousand blows is good! Really really good’ 

BAFTA award-winning actor Malachi, 34, stars as Hezekiah Moscow in the film, who finds himself out of his depth when he lands in London’s East End from Jamaica. 

Helping him find his feet is Mary Carr – portrayed by Erin, 32 – who is the leader of The Forty Elephants, the notorious all-female gang.

BAFTA award-winning actor Malachi, 34, stars as Hezekiah Moscow (pictured), who finds himself out of his depth when he lands in London’s East End from Jamaica. 

And with it only premiering on the streaming platform on February, 21, vieewers have already hailed it a success as they flocked to social media to share their reviews

The film is set in 1880s Victorian London and was created by Peaky Blinders ’ Steven Knight and follows the stars face an fight for power in the perilous world of illegal boxing

A Thousand Blows is set in 1880s Victorian London and was created by Peaky Blinders ’ Steven Knight (pictured: Stephen’s co-star Erin Doherty)

With his new-found skills, Hezekiah soon goes head-to-head with Sugar Goodson (Stephen), a seasoned and dangerous boxer. 

Their intense and popular rivalry will quickly go beyond the ring, with disastrous consequences for all.

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A Thousand Blows is directed by Top Boy’s Ashley Walters, whom Stephen stars alongside – with Erin – in Netflix’s Adolescence, currently filming.

Rapper-turned-actor Ashley, 42, also serves as an executive producer on A Thousand Blows, as does Stephen. 

‘The love and care that went into this thrilling production is evident on screen from the first moment,’ said creator Steven in a statement accompanying the first-look images.

‘What makes the story we tell all the more compelling is that it is based on the lives of real people who lived extraordinary lives in extraordinary times.’

A Thousand Blows S1 is coming to Disney+ in the UK and Ireland, Hulu in the U.S., and select other countries on Disney+ in 2025. 

A second series has already been completed. 

Steven Knight no doubt has his hands full as A Thousand Blows comes after it was confirmed Peaky Blinders will return.

Peaky Blinders’ original writing and directing team will be returning alongside Cillian Murphy for the Netflix film adaptation of the hit British series, the streaming service confirmed in July.

Cillian Murphy, 48, will be reprising his role as Thomas Shelby in the period crime drama, set in late 1910s to early 1930s Birmingham, with the show’s creator Steven and Tom Harper again writing and directing respectively. 

Netflix confirmed the news on X with a pH๏τograph of the script, while the Oscar winning actor told ᴅᴇᴀᴅline: ‘It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me…’