Line of Duty Confirmed for 7th Season on BBC
The beloved crime series Line of Duty is officially returning for its 7th installment, confirmed by the broadcaster.
A brand new six-episode season created by Jed Mercurio starts production in Northern Ireland in the coming months, as confirmed by the production team.
The actress expressed excitement about the comeback, stating she was "thrilled" about the series' return. Her co-star added, "What a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming together soon."
The last season concluded in recent years with a final episode that attracted over 17 million viewers. Rumors about a potential return have been circulating ever since, but confirmation only came this week.
New Challenges for The Team
The seventh season begins with the anti-corruption unit no longer existing and rebranded as the new police oversight body, according to production details.
Martin Compston's character, Vicky McClure's role, and Ted Hastings continue tasked to tackle corruption within the police force.
The team's mission "faces unprecedented challenges", and under these circumstances, the trio are assigned their "most delicate case to date."
Fresh Face and Intricate Plot
An additional officer, Det Insp Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charming officer known for takedowns of criminal networks, is accused of abusing his position to become a offender.
However, this investigation might serve as a intentional diversion from a bigger threat still operating in the shadows, plot details hinted.
Speaking about the renewal, Jed Mercurio commented: "Everyone involved feels enormous gratitude to the dedicated viewers."
"We're privileged to have had so many followers watch the developments of AC-12 over multiple series and we are thrilled to be coming back for a new season."
He added: "Misconduct in the UK was thought to be over while Line of Duty was not airing, so I've been forced to use my imagination."
Actor Responses
The Scottish actor called appearing in the series as "a job of a lifetime".
"Not only the show's success but the people I've worked with I now call some of my closest friends."
"I can't wait to pull the waistcoat on again and reunite with everyone," he added.
The Nottingham-born actress remarked: "Obviously I'm so excited the show is back! Eager to work with the creator, Martin and Adrian again. Belfast, we'll be there shortly!"
Adrian Dunbar commented: "As we count down the unit days of Christmas, what a joy it is to know that the central trio will be back filming next year."
"Pleased with the announcement and looking forward to those unexpected twists and turns."
Show History
The drama launched in 2012 and evolved into one of the most popular television series of the past ten years, featuring notable actors such as Thandiwe Newton.
Broadcasters haven't revealed exactly the new season will hit screens.
The conclusion of series six brought the extended plot about the hunt for criminal mastermind known as "the mysterious H" to a close, and producers indicated at the moment there were no plans for further series.
Nevertheless, the corporation confirmed on Tuesday that a seventh series is now in development.
