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The acclaimed crime series Line of Duty will make a comeback for its seventh season, announced by the broadcaster.

A brand new six-episode series created by Jed Mercurio will begin filming in Northern Ireland this spring, according to the network.

Vicky McClure shared her enthusiasm about the comeback, stating she was "so excited" about the series' return. Adrian Dunbar remarked, "How wonderful it is to know that the main trio will be back filming together soon."

The last series concluded in recent years with a final episode that attracted over 17 million viewers. Speculation about a new season have been circulating ever since, but official word only arrived recently.

New Challenges for The Team

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

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

Their work "faces unprecedented challenges", and in this climate, the trio are assigned their "most delicate case so far."

Fresh Face and Complex Case

An additional officer, Det Insp Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charismatic officer known for takedowns of criminal networks, faces allegations of misusing his authority to become a offender.

Yet, this investigation could be a intentional diversion from a larger danger still active in the shadows, plot details hinted.

Speaking about the renewal, Jed Mercurio said: "Everyone involved are deeply thankful to the dedicated viewers."

"It's an honor to have had so many followers watch the ups and downs of the unit over multiple series and we are thrilled to be returning for a seventh installment."

Mercurio continued: "Corruption in this country is supposed to have ended while the series was not airing, so I've been compelled to use my creativity."

Cast Reactions

The Scottish actor called appearing in the police drama as "the role of a career".

"Not only the program's popularity 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.

The Nottingham-born actress stated: "It goes without saying I'm so excited the show is returning! Can't wait to work with Jed, Martin and Adrian again. Belfast, we'll be there shortly!"

The veteran actor noted: "As we count down the unit days of Christmas, what a joy it is to know that the central trio will be back filming next year."

"Pleased with the announcement and anticipating those mercurial twists and turns."

Series Legacy

Line of Duty premiered in the early 2010s and became a highly successful TV dramas of the past ten years, featuring notable actors such as Kelly Macdonald.

The BBC haven't revealed when the new season will premiere.

The finale of series six brought the extended plot about the hunt for kingpin known as "the mysterious H" to a conclusion, and producers indicated at the time there were no plans for further series.

However, the network confirmed on this week that a new season is now in development.