The Hit Drama Confirmed for 7th Series on the British Broadcaster
The beloved police drama AC-12 will make a comeback for its seventh season, announced by the broadcaster.
An upcoming six-part season written by Jed Mercurio will begin filming in Northern Ireland this spring, as confirmed by the production team.
Vicky McClure shared her enthusiasm about the comeback, stating she was "so excited" about the show's renewal. Adrian Dunbar added, "What a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be reuniting 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 for some time, but confirmation only arrived recently.
New Challenges for The Team
The seventh season begins with AC-12 having been disbanded and rebranded as the new police oversight body, as revealed by production details.
Martin Compston's character, Kate Fleming, and Adrian Dunbar's part continue tasked to tackle misconduct within the police force.
Their work "has never been more difficult", and under these circumstances, the trio are assigned their "most sensitive case to date."
Fresh Face and Complex Case
An additional officer, Det Insp Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charismatic officer celebrated for takedowns of organized crime, faces allegations of misusing his authority to act as a offender.
However, this investigation might serve as a intentional diversion from a bigger threat still operating in the background, plot details hinted.
In a statement, the creator said: "Everyone involved are deeply thankful to the dedicated viewers."
"We're privileged to have had countless followers track the ups and downs of AC-12 over six previous seasons and we couldn't be more delighted to be returning for a seventh season."
He added: "Misconduct in this country was thought to be over while Line of Duty was not airing, so I've been compelled to use my imagination."
Cast Reactions
Martin Compston called being part of the series as "a job of a lifetime".
"Beyond the show's success but the people I've collaborated with I now call dear friends."
"I'm excited to pull the waistcoat on again and reunite with everyone," he added.
Vicky McClure remarked: "Obviously I'm so excited Line of Duty is back! Eager to work with Jed, Compston and Adrian again. Belfast, we'll see you soon!"
The veteran actor commented: "While anticipating the unit days of Christmas, how exciting it is to know that the Three Amigos will be working together soon."
"Delighted with the announcement and looking forward to those unexpected plot developments."
Series Legacy
Line of Duty launched in 2012 and became a highly successful television series of the last decade, featuring notable actors such as Lennie James.
The BBC haven't revealed exactly the new season will premiere.
The finale of season six brought the long-running storyline about the search for criminal mastermind known as "the mysterious H" to a close, and the creative team indicated at the moment there were no intentions for additional seasons.
Nevertheless, the corporation confirmed on this week that a new season is now in development.
