Filming for the highly anticipated seventh series of Line of Duty has begun in Belfast, featuring both returning and new cast members. Fans are buzzing with excitement as they await the return of AC-12, now rebranded as the Inspectorate of Police Standards.
After a two-year hiatus since its last airing in 2021, the show is back under the creative eye of Jed Mercurio. He’s known for crafting intricate narratives that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. This time, he promises fresh challenges as AC-12 faces a new structure and a changing landscape in policing.
Key cast members include:
- Martin Compston as Steve Arnott
- Vicky McClure as Kate Fleming
- Adrian Dunbar as Ted Hastings
- Christina Chong as DI Nicky Rogerson
- Robert Carlyle joining as Detective Constable Shaun Massie
The shift to the Inspectorate of Police Standards marks a significant change for the team. As they navigate this new reality, fans can expect more intense storylines and complex character developments. Mercurio himself expressed gratitude towards the fans, stating, “Everyone involved in Line of Duty feels enormous gratitude to the show’s fans.”
This season will explore themes around corruption—something that has been prevalent in previous seasons but will take on new dimensions this time around. “Corruption in this country is supposed to have come to an end while Line of Duty was off air, so I’ve been forced to use my imagination,” Mercurio added, hinting at intriguing plot twists ahead.
The first episode is set to air next year on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. Fans can also catch up on previous seasons available for streaming now. The anticipation is palpable; viewers are eager to see how AC-12 adapts to their new role while tackling crime and integrity in law enforcement.
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