The Hit Drama Announced for Seventh Series on the British Broadcaster
The beloved crime series Line of Duty is officially returning for its seventh season, confirmed by the broadcaster.
A brand new six-part season written by the show's creator starts production in Belfast this spring, as confirmed by the production team.
The actress shared her enthusiasm about the comeback, saying she was "so excited" about the series' return. Her co-star remarked, "What a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming together next year."
The last series wrapped up in recent years with a finale that attracted more than 17 million viewers. Rumors about a potential return have been widespread for some time, but confirmation only arrived recently.
Fresh Obstacles 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, Vicky McClure's role, and Ted Hastings remain working to tackle misconduct within the law enforcement.
The team's mission "has never been more difficult", and under these circumstances, the trio will take on their "most delicate case so far."
New Character and Intricate Plot
An additional officer, DI Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charming officer celebrated for takedowns of organized crime, faces allegations of misusing his authority to become a offender.
Yet, his case could be a intentional diversion from a larger danger still active in the background, plot details suggested.
Speaking about the renewal, the creator said: "Everyone involved are deeply thankful to the show's fans."
"It's an honor to have had countless followers watch the developments of the unit over multiple series and we are thrilled to be returning for a seventh installment."
Mercurio continued: "Corruption in this country is supposed to have ended while the series was off air, so I've been forced to use my imagination."
Actor Responses
The Scottish actor described appearing in the series as "a job of a lifetime".
"Beyond the program's popularity but the colleagues 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 said.
Vicky McClure remarked: "It goes without saying I'm very happy Line of Duty is returning! Can't wait to work with Jed, Martin and Dunbar again. Belfast, we'll see you soon!"
The veteran actor commented: "As we count down the unit days of Christmas, what a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming soon."
"Delighted with the news and looking forward to those mercurial plot developments."
Show History
Line of Duty launched in the early 2010s and became a highly successful television series of the last decade, attracting notable actors such as Lennie James.
Broadcasters has not yet announced when the upcoming series will premiere.
The conclusion of series six brought the long-running storyline about the search for kingpin known as "H" to a conclusion, and the creative team said at the time there were no intentions for further series.
However, the corporation confirmed on this week that a seventh series is now in development.
