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Season 1 – Black Doves

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Helen embarks on a passionate affair with a man who has no idea what her secret identity is; caught in the crosshairs when her lover falls victim to the dangerous London underworld, Helen's employer's call in Sam to protect her.
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Critics Consensus

Blending multiple genres into a truly unique action-thriller, Black Doves hits its target dead on.

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Inkoo Kang The New Yorker Black Doves is like a box of bonbons gifted around the holidays: pleasing, elegant, forgotten as soon as it’s consumed. Like so many spy tales, the show is driven by intricate plotting rather than by meaningful character development. Dec 31, 2024 Full Review Margaret Lyons New York Times Knightley and Whishaw are terrific here, playing all the layers of their characters’ lies and all the layers of their pains and joys. Dec 23, 2024 Full Review Carol Midgley Times (UK) Joe Barton’s Black Doves (Netflix) is ultimately quite heartwarming despite the blood and gore. Rated: 4/5 Dec 17, 2024 Full Review Neil Soans The Times of India With compelling performances, striking visuals, and a cheeky sense of humour, it’s an exciting addition to the genre and a must-watch for those looking for something edgier. Rated: 4/5 Jan 31, 2025 Full Review Narendra Banad Hindustan Times The show is a must-watch for fans of character-driven action shows. Jan 30, 2025 Full Review Neely Swanson Beverly Hills Courier The storylines are complex, some with giant holes, but it doesn’t matter because these are actors you would follow. Jan 25, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Kelv E Low quality script, unrealistic and so slow. Didn’t make it past episode 2. Wanted to bail after the first but hoped it might improve but nope. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 02/03/25 Full Review Law L Really loved it. My bag 100% Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/01/25 Full Review Roger S Very, very slow. At time's intriguing, but ultimately disappointing. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/29/25 Full Review Betty B Didn't like anything about this...the silly plot, totally unbelievable action shots, the annoying jokes, brutal, unnecessarily bloody scenes, Helen is never at home(who cares about the twins?), a 19 yrs old CIA agent freaking out in the car seeing shots fired....oh, please. No. Just no Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/29/25 Full Review Kevin P Yes, full of 'that would never happen' moments but, if you can see this as a modern day fantasy yarn, both Ben and Keira have characters with great charisma that holds it all together. I think many negative reviews come from those not liking the 'wouldn't happen' bits and those finding it complex to follow. Worth watching. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/26/25 Full Review Mike P Really had no idea what to expect with this, and wow did it surprise me and my other half who really doesn't enjoy this genre, but this won her over big time as well as myself. Some good plot twists and entertaining action, loved Sam's character and his history and then he brings in the other assasins to help him - they were a treat and I don't want to put a spoiler in this - but hope they can be seen in any future series, more please........ Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/26/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Dec 5, 2024 When politician's wife and undercover spy Helen Webb learns that her lover has been murdered, the Black Doves recruit an old friend to help protect her. Details Episode 2 Aired Dec 5, 2024 After reaching a dead end in the search for Jason's killer, Helen has to fight for her own life; Sam receives a threat from his former employer. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 5, 2024 Memories of Sam's past come back to haunt him as he prepares to finish the job he started seven years ago; Wallace secretly meets with a Chinese envoy. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 5, 2024 Investigations into the ambassador's death reach the highest corridors of power; Helen pays a visit to an old friend; Sam faces a tough choice. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 5, 2024 With danger drawing closer, Sam takes refuge in the only safe place he knows; Reed issues an ultimatum; Helen gets one step closer to the truth. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 5, 2024 In the Bleak Midwinter Armed with evidence and bent on vengeance, Helen goes searching for the Clarks; as the conspiracy starts to unravel, she has a decision to make. Details
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Season Info

Director
Alex Gabassi, Lisa Gunning
Creator
Joe Barton
Executive Producer
Joe Barton, Jane Featherstone, Chris Fry, Keira Knightley
Screenwriter
Joe Barton
Network
Netflix
Genre
Action, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Dec 5, 2024
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