Kate Beckinsale put on a very leggy display as she posed up a storm perched on a washing machine in her utility room.

The 48-year-old actress showcased her toned legs in a mesh long sleeve mini dress featuring black and white animal prints and a plunging black tulle train.Taking to Instagram, the Underworld star penned: ‘Always good to complete at least a woollen cycle before leaving the house.’

Sweeping back her brunette tresses into a curled ponytail, the actress opted for a full palette of makeup.Beckinsale is currently prepping for the release of the forthcoming family drama feature Prisoner’s Daughter.

The news about Beckinsale’s involvement with the project was initially reported by Deadline this past June.The film is centered on a former convict whose violent past catches up with him while attempting to reconcile with his family.

Also set to appear in the upcoming movie are Brian Cox and Ernie Hudson.Director Catherine Hardwicke noted that the project’s screenplay was familiar territory for her.’Mark Bacci’s script is a raw, personal look at a deeply fractured family, similar to my first film Thirteen,’ she said.

The Twilight director then expressed that Beckinsale would play a pivotal role in the forthcoming project.