She’s worlds away from the period roles that made her a star, and Keira Knightley paid homage to her spy character in her Netflix series Black Doves as she joined her co-star Ben Whishaw at a season two photocall on Monday.The actress, 41, has reprised her role as Helen Webb in the action-packed show, and was joined by fellow stars Sarah Lancashire and Ambika Mod for the launch in London’s Savoy Place.While Keira channelled her character with a chic all-black look, a cheeky detail in the form of red birds on her sleeve gave reference to the show’s bird-themed title.It’s no surprise that Keira’s chic outfits emulate those of her character in the show, with her on-screen looks put together by costume designer Ian Fulcher.Ian has previously said he draws inspiration from ‘the golden age of spy dramas’ using concept boards with pictures of Catherine Deneuve and Grace Kelly.Ambika, who has joined the cast for season two, cut a glamorous figure in a low-cut red dress as she posed for snaps at the London rooftop event. Keira Knightley paid homage to her spy character in her Netflix series Black Doves as she joined her co-star Ben Whishaw at a season two photocall on Monday The actress has reprised her role as Helen Webb in the action-packed show, with its second season set for release on November 5Sarah Lancashire has also reprised her role as handler Reed for this new series, and joined the show’s main stars at the launch event. Season two is set to be released on Netflix on Thursday, November 5, after Keira landed a Golden Globe nomination for her performance in season one.The synopsis for season two reads: ‘Helen (Keira Knightley) is still betraying her nation’s secrets to the covert organisation she serves: the Black Doves. But after the misadventures of last Christmas, and with her husband Wallace (Andrew Buchan) preparing to become Prime Minister, she is walking a more treacherous line than ever. ‘As Helen’s enigmatic handler Mrs Reed (Sarah Lancashire) is ensnared in a ruthless plot to undermine her position in the Black Doves, Helen is reunited with her best friend Sam (Ben Whishaw). ‘The once high-end triggerman is now reduced to lonely drinks in Soho bars and low-rate hits. As they search for answers, loyalties are weaponised, trust is shattered, and the fight to protect the people they love could cost everything. ‘With all the explosive wit of series one, Helen and Sam’s mission leads them back to old friends and enemies, through the dark decisions and painful sacrifices of their pasts, and right to the heart of the Black Doves.’The first season of Black Doves became one of Netflix’s most talked-about UK shows – praised for its sleek visuals, twisty espionage plot and stand-out performances from Knightley and co-star Ben Whishaw.The series, which also stars Happy Valley actress Sarah Lancashire, amassed 60 million views in a week when it was released in December 2024. While Keira channelled her character with a chic all-black look, a cheeky detail in the form of red birds on her sleeve gave reference to the show’s bird-themed title It’s no surprise that Keira’s chic outfits emulate those of her character in the show, with her on-screen looks put together by costume designer Ian Fulcher Ian has previously said he draws inspiration from ‘the golden age of spy dramas’ using concept boards with pictures of Catherine Deneuve and Grace Kelly Ambika, who has joined the cast for season two, cut a glamorous figure in a low-cut red dress as she posed for snaps at the London rooftop even The former One Day star has joined the cast for the new season in a mystery role Sarah Lancashire has also reprised her role as handler Reed for this new series, and joined the film’s main stars at the launch event Season two is set to be released on Netflix on Thursday, November 5, after Keira landed a Golden Globe nomination for her performance in season one Neve Campbell has also joined the Black Doves cast for its new season, and was among the cast gracing the photocall Gabrielle Creevy opted for an elegant grey sheer dress Andrew Buchan, who plays Helen’s husband Wallace Webb in the series, was also among the cast in attendance at the launchAway from the small screen, Keira has been starring in a new production of The Lives of Others, based on the 2006 film of the same name.In the play, where she stars opposite Bridgerton star Luke Thompson, the pair share a steamy scene that is akin to his moments in the period drama.Keira plays Christa-Maria Sieland, a theatre actor in a relationship with a playwright, Georg Dreyman, portrayed by Luke.In one scene, the Love Actually actress is dressed in a slinky nightie while Luke strips to his underwear.The pair romp on the bed in what sources describe to the Daily Mail as ‘like a scene from Bridgerton’.’There are lots of jokes in the show about the couple having a lot of sex,’ the insider added.A warning for the show reads: ‘This production contains themes of an adult nature including: strong language, smoking, sexual coercion and rape, suicide.’The play has its glitzy opening night on Thursday evening – and fans keen to see the duo in action will need to splash the cash as tickets are on sale for up to £225.