Line of Duty Confirmed for Seventh Series on the British Broadcaster

The acclaimed crime series Line of Duty will make a comeback for its 7th season, confirmed by the BBC.

A brand new six-episode season created by Jed Mercurio starts production in Belfast in the coming months, according to the production team.

The actress expressed excitement about the comeback, stating she was "so excited" about the series' return. Her co-star remarked, "How wonderful it is to know that the main trio will be reuniting together next year."

The previous series wrapped up in 2021 with a final episode that attracted over 17 million audience members. Rumors about a new season 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 renamed as the new police oversight body, according to production details.

Martin Compston's character, Kate Fleming, and Ted Hastings continue tasked to combat corruption within the police force.

The team's mission "faces unprecedented challenges", and under these circumstances, the trio are assigned their "most delicate case so far."

New Character and Complex Case

A new character, DI Dominic Gough, described as a charismatic officer celebrated for takedowns of organized crime, faces allegations of abusing his position to act as a offender.

However, this investigation might serve as a deliberate distraction from a larger danger still operating in the shadows, plot details hinted.

In a statement, the creator said: "All cast and crew are deeply thankful to the show's fans."

"We're privileged to have had countless followers track the developments of the unit over multiple series and we are thrilled to be coming back for a new season."

He added: "Corruption in the UK was thought to be over while the series was off air, so I've been compelled to use my imagination."

Cast Reactions

Martin Compston called being part of the police drama as "the role of a career".

"Not only the program's popularity but the people I've collaborated with I now call dear friends."

"I'm excited to wear the uniform again and get the team back together," he said.

The Nottingham-born actress remarked: "Obviously I'm very happy the show is back! Can't wait to work with the creator, Martin and Dunbar again. The city, we'll see you soon!"

Adrian Dunbar noted: "As we count down the unit return, what a joy it is to know that the central trio will be working together next year."

"Delighted with the announcement and looking forward to those mercurial twists and turns."

Series Legacy

Line of Duty premiered in the early 2010s and became a highly successful television series of the past ten years, featuring guest stars such as Stephen Graham.

The BBC has not yet announced when the upcoming series will hit screens.

The conclusion of season six drew the extended plot about the search for kingpin known as "H" to a close, and producers indicated at the time there were no plans for further series.

Nevertheless, the corporation confirmed on this week that a seventh series is now in development.