Keira Knightley's Black Doves returns to Netflix for season 2
All six hour-long episodes of Black Doves season 2 premiered on Netflix on November 5. Keira Knightley returns as Helen, who keeps passing her nation's secrets to the Black Doves while her husband Wallace prepares to become prime minister. She reunites with Sam (Ben Whishaw), a former elite hitman now taking low-paying jobs. New cast members include Neve Campbell, Ambika Mod and Sam Riley. Joe Barton created and wrote the series.
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Why it matters
Netflix subscribers can watch the full second season at once, since all six episodes were released together on November 5. Keira Knightley, Ben Whishaw and Sarah Lancashire return, joined by new cast members including Neve Campbell and Ambika Mod.
Sources
- Netflix Tudum: Black Doves Season 2
- Variety: Black Doves Season 2 trailer
- TVLine: What to watch Thursday, November 5, 2026
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