Great news for anti-corruption enthusiasts and television drama fans alike! The BBC has officially greenlit a seventh series of the massively popular police drama Line of Duty, putting an end to months of speculation about the future of AC-12.
The announcement confirms that filming for the new series will commence in 2025, meaning viewers will likely have to wait until 2026 to see the next chapter unfold. This timeline allows creators to perfect what promises to be another thrilling investigation into police corruption.
Familiar Faces Return to Duty
Fans will be delighted to know that key cast members are set to reprise their iconic roles. The brilliant Adrian Dunbar will return as the formidable Superintendent Ted Hastings, alongside Vicky McClure as the tenacious DI Kate Fleming and Martin Compston as the dedicated DS Steve Arnott.
The creative force behind the series, Jed Mercurio, will also return as writer and executive producer, ensuring the same level of intricate plotting and shocking twists that made the show a cultural phenomenon.
What Can We Expect from Series Seven?
While specific plot details remain under wraps to avoid spoilers, the BBC has hinted that the new series will continue AC-12's "fight against corruption within the police force." Given the dramatic conclusion of series six, which left several narrative threads tantalisingly unresolved, there's plenty of material for the new episodes to explore.
The previous series concluded with a dramatic confrontation that saw the mysterious identity of "H" finally revealed, but left questions about the future of our favourite anti-corruption officers and the wider network of corrupt officers within the force.
A Television Phenomenon
Line of Duty has become one of the BBC's most successful dramas in recent years, with the series six finale attracting an impressive audience of 12.8 million viewers. The show has garnered critical acclaim for its clever writing, complex characters, and ability to keep audiences guessing until the very end.
The confirmation of series seven will come as a relief to fans who have been eagerly awaiting news since the sixth series concluded in May 2021. The extended break between series has only heightened anticipation for what promises to be another gripping chapter in the Line of Duty saga.
