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The beloved crime series AC-12 will make a comeback for its 7th season, confirmed by the broadcaster.

A brand new six-part series written by the show's creator starts production in Belfast in the coming months, according to the network.

Vicky McClure expressed excitement about the comeback, saying she was "so excited" about the show's renewal. Her co-star added, "How wonderful it is to know that the main trio will be reuniting together next year."

The last series wrapped up in 2021 with a final episode that drew in more than 17 million audience members. Rumors about a potential return have been circulating for some time, but official word only came this week.

Fresh Obstacles for The Team

The seventh season begins with the anti-corruption unit having been disbanded and renamed as the Inspectorate of Police Standards, according to the announcement.

Steve Arnott, Vicky McClure's role, and Adrian Dunbar's part remain working to tackle misconduct within the law enforcement.

Their work "faces unprecedented challenges", and in this climate, the trio will take on their "most delicate case to date."

Fresh Face and Intricate Plot

An additional officer, Det Insp Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charismatic officer celebrated for busts of criminal networks, is accused of misusing his authority to act as a sexual predator.

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

In a statement, the creator said: "Everyone involved feels enormous gratitude to the show's fans."

"We're privileged to have had countless fans watch 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."

Mercurio continued: "Corruption in the UK was thought to be over while Line of Duty was off air, so I've been forced to use my imagination."

Actor Responses

The Scottish actor called being part of the series as "a job of a lifetime".

"Not only the program's popularity but the colleagues I've worked with I now call dear friends."

"I'm excited to pull the waistcoat on again and get the team back together," he added.

Vicky McClure remarked: "It goes without saying I'm so excited the show is back! Eager to work with Jed, Compston and Dunbar again. The city, we'll see you soon!"

Adrian Dunbar noted: "While anticipating the unit return, what a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming next year."

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

Series Legacy

Line of Duty launched in the early 2010s and evolved into a highly successful television series of the past ten years, featuring notable actors such as Thandiwe Newton.

Broadcasters haven't revealed when the new season will hit screens.

The finale of season six drew the extended plot about the hunt for criminal mastermind known as "the mysterious H" to a close, and producers said at the moment there were no intentions for additional seasons.

Nevertheless, the network confirmed on Tuesday that a seventh series is now being produced.