Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw’s addictive new spy series is about to take over Netflix. When does ’Black Doves’ come out?

Keira Knightley leads an all-star cast in a thrilling festive feast of espionage, intrigue and murder in Black Doves

When we are first introduced to Helen Webb ( Keira Knightley ), the protagonist of Netflix's newest spy thriller "Black Doves," she dons a nice dress and perfectly coiled hair that doesn't move an inch.

Keira Knightley didn’t have an extensive background in the world of espionage before taking on the role of a wife, mother and spy in the new Netflix series “Black Doves.” That didn’t stop her from relating to the character because of the years Knightley has spent as an actress and a mom.

Keira Knightley gets her own Slow Horses with Black Doves, a six-part espionage series which proves that the Brits remain the undisputed masters of spy fiction. Far glossier than its ragamuffin Apple TV+ compatriot,

The synopsis released by Netflix reads: “Set against the backdrop of London at Christmas, Black Doves is a sharp, action-filled, and heartfelt story of friendship and sacrifice. It follows Helen Webb (Keira Knightley), a quick-witted, down-to-earth, dedicated wife and mother — and professional spy.

Keira Knightley tells the AP she’s got Christmas viewing advice covered, from her new explosive spy thriller "Black Doves" for post-holiday burnout, to the rom-com classic "Love Actually" for festive

All we know right now is the series is set in London at Christmas. Keira Knightley plays a spy, Helen, who has been married to the defence secretary for 10 years trading government secrets as part of an underground operation called the Black Doves, headed up by Mrs Reed (Sarah Lancashire).