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The beloved crime series Line of Duty is officially returning for its seventh installment, confirmed by the broadcaster.

A brand new six-episode season written by the show's creator starts production in Belfast in the coming months, according to the production team.

The actress shared her enthusiasm about the return, saying she was "thrilled" about the series' return. Adrian Dunbar added, "How wonderful it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming together soon."

The last series concluded in 2021 with a final episode that attracted more than 17 million viewers. Rumors about a potential return have been widespread ever since, but confirmation only came this week.

New Challenges for The Team

Series seven will open with AC-12 no longer existing and renamed as the Inspectorate of Police Standards, according to production details.

Martin Compston's character, Vicky McClure's role, and Ted Hastings remain tasked to tackle corruption within the police force.

The team's mission "faces unprecedented challenges", and in this climate, the trio will take on their "most delicate case to date."

Fresh Face and Complex Case

An additional officer, Det Insp Dominic Gough, described as a charming officer celebrated for busts of criminal networks, faces allegations of misusing his authority to become a offender.

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

Speaking about the renewal, Jed Mercurio commented: "All cast and crew feels enormous gratitude to the dedicated viewers."

"We're privileged to have had so many fans watch the ups and downs of the unit over six previous seasons and we couldn't be more delighted to be returning for a seventh season."

Mercurio continued: "Misconduct in the UK is supposed to have ended while Line of Duty was not airing, so I've been forced to use my creativity."

Actor Responses

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

"Beyond the show's success but the colleagues I've worked with I now call dear friends."

"I can't wait to wear the uniform again and reunite with everyone," he added.

The Nottingham-born actress stated: "Obviously I'm very happy the show is back! Can't wait to work with Jed, Martin and Adrian again. The city, we'll be there shortly!"

Adrian Dunbar commented: "While anticipating the unit return, how exciting it is to know that the Three Amigos will be working together soon."

"Delighted with the news and looking forward to those mercurial plot developments."

Show History

Line of Duty launched in 2012 and evolved into a highly successful TV dramas of the past ten years, attracting notable actors such as Stephen Graham.

The BBC haven't revealed exactly the upcoming series will hit screens.

The conclusion of series six brought the extended plot about the search for criminal mastermind known as "the mysterious H" to a conclusion, and the creative team said at the time there were no plans for additional seasons.

However, the corporation announced on Tuesday that a seventh series is now being produced.