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The acclaimed crime series Line of Duty is officially returning for its 7th installment, announced by the BBC.

An upcoming six-episode season created by the show's creator starts production in Northern Ireland this spring, according to the production team.

The actress shared her enthusiasm about the comeback, saying she was "so excited" about the show's renewal. Her co-star added, "What a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be reuniting together soon."

The previous season concluded in 2021 with a final episode that drew in over 17 million viewers. Rumors about a new season have been widespread for some time, but confirmation only arrived recently.

New Challenges for The Team

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

Steve Arnott, Vicky McClure's role, and Ted Hastings continue working to tackle corruption within the police force.

The team's mission "has never been more difficult", and in this climate, these officers will take on their "most sensitive case to date."

New Character and Complex Case

An additional officer, DI Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charming officer known for busts of criminal networks, faces allegations of misusing his authority to become a offender.

Yet, this investigation might serve as a intentional diversion from a larger danger still active in the shadows, plot details suggested.

In a statement, Jed Mercurio commented: "Everyone involved feels enormous gratitude to the show's fans."

"We're privileged to have had so many fans track the developments of the unit over multiple series and we are thrilled to be coming back for a seventh season."

He added: "Corruption in the UK is supposed to have ended while Line of Duty was not airing, so I've been compelled to use my imagination."

Actor Responses

Martin Compston described being part of the series as "a job of a lifetime".

"Not only the show's success but the people I've worked with I now call dear friends."

"I can't wait to pull the waistcoat on again and get the team back together," he said.

Vicky McClure stated: "It goes without saying I'm so excited Line of Duty is returning! Eager to work with the creator, Martin and Dunbar again. The city, we'll be there shortly!"

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

"Pleased with the announcement and looking forward to those unexpected plot developments."

Show History

Line of Duty premiered in the early 2010s and evolved into one of the most popular television series of the last decade, featuring notable actors such as Lennie James.

Broadcasters haven't revealed when the new season will premiere.

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

Nevertheless, the corporation confirmed on this week that a seventh series is now being produced.