🔗 Share this article Line of Duty Confirmed for 7th Series on BBC Adrian Dunbar are set to reprise their characters in the popular police drama The beloved crime series AC-12 will make a comeback for its 7th installment, announced by the BBC. An upcoming six-part season created by the show's creator will begin filming in Northern Ireland this spring, according to the production team. Vicky McClure shared her enthusiasm about the comeback, saying she was "so excited" about the series' return. Adrian Dunbar remarked, "How wonderful it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming together soon." The last season wrapped up in recent years with a final episode that drew in more than 17 million viewers. Rumors about a potential return have been circulating for some time, but confirmation only came this week. New Challenges for AC-12 The seventh season begins with AC-12 no longer existing and rebranded as the new police oversight body, according to the announcement. Martin Compston's character, Kate Fleming, and Adrian Dunbar's part remain working to tackle corruption within the law enforcement. The team's mission "has never been more difficult", and in this climate, the trio are assigned their "most sensitive case to date." Fresh Face and Intricate Plot An additional officer, DI Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charismatic officer celebrated for takedowns of criminal networks, is accused of abusing his position to act as a sexual predator. However, this investigation could be a deliberate distraction from a larger danger still active in the shadows, plot details hinted. In a statement, the creator commented: "All cast and crew feels enormous gratitude to the show's fans." "We're privileged to have had countless followers watch the developments of AC-12 over six previous seasons and we couldn't be more delighted to be coming back for a new season." He added: "Corruption in the UK was thought to be over while Line of Duty was not airing, so I've been compelled to use my creativity." Cast Reactions Martin Compston described being part of the series as "a job of a lifetime". "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 reunite with everyone," he added. The Nottingham-born actress stated: "Obviously I'm very happy the show is returning! Can't wait to work with Jed, Martin and Dunbar again. Belfast, we'll be there shortly!" The veteran actor noted: "While anticipating the AC-12 return, what a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming next year." "Delighted with the news and looking forward to those unexpected twists and turns." Show History The drama launched in 2012 and became one of the most popular TV dramas of the past ten years, attracting notable actors such as Lennie James. The BBC has not yet announced exactly the upcoming series will hit screens. The conclusion of season six drew the extended plot about the search for criminal mastermind known as "the mysterious H" to a close, and the creative team said at the moment there were no intentions for further series. Nevertheless, the network announced on Tuesday that a seventh series is now in development.