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The beloved police drama Line of Duty is officially returning for its seventh season, confirmed by the BBC.

A brand new six-episode season created by Jed Mercurio starts production in Belfast this spring, according to the network.

Vicky McClure shared her enthusiasm about the comeback, saying she was "so excited" about the series' return. Adrian Dunbar remarked, "What a joy it is to know that the main trio will be reuniting together soon."

The last series concluded in 2021 with a final episode that drew in more than 17 million viewers. Speculation about a new season have been widespread ever since, but official word only came recently.

New Challenges for AC-12

The seventh season begins with AC-12 having been disbanded and renamed as the new police oversight body, according to the announcement.

Martin Compston's character, Vicky McClure's role, and Adrian Dunbar's part continue working to combat misconduct within the law enforcement.

The team's mission "faces unprecedented challenges", and under these circumstances, the trio will take on their "most sensitive case to date."

Fresh Face and Complex Case

A new character, DI Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charismatic officer known for takedowns of organized crime, is accused of misusing his authority to become a offender.

Yet, his case might serve as a deliberate distraction from a larger danger still active in the shadows, the teaser suggested.

Speaking about the renewal, the creator said: "Everyone involved feels enormous gratitude to the dedicated viewers."

"We're privileged to have had so many fans track the ups and downs of AC-12 over six previous seasons and we couldn't be more delighted to be coming back for a seventh installment."

He added: "Corruption in the UK was thought to be over while the series was not airing, so I've been forced 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 colleagues I've worked with I now call some of my closest friends."

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

Vicky McClure remarked: "It goes without saying I'm very happy Line of Duty is returning! Can't wait to work with Jed, Compston and Dunbar again. The city, we'll see you soon!"

The veteran actor noted: "While anticipating the unit return, how exciting it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming soon."

"Delighted with the announcement and anticipating those mercurial plot developments."

Show History

The drama launched in the early 2010s and became a highly successful television series of the past ten years, featuring guest stars such as Lennie James.

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

The conclusion of season six drew the long-running storyline about the search for kingpin known as "the mysterious H" to a close, and producers indicated at the time there were no intentions for further series.

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