“After Five Years of Silence, Line of Duty Is Finally Coming Back — BBC Prepares Major Comeback Reveal!”
Fans can’t believe it — one of Britain’s biggest dramas is gearing up for a long-awaited return, and the BBC is planning a blockbuster announcement that’s already sending shockwaves through the industry.
Line Of Duty will return for a seventh series. The BBC are said to be plotting a big announcement for the comeback of their hit police drama, after a five-year hiatus off screens
After five long years off-screen, Line of Duty is officially set to return for a seventh series, with insiders confirming that the BBC is preparing a major announcement to mark the comeback of its most iconic police drama.
According to The Sun, the network has been planning the reveal for weeks, waiting for the perfect moment to reclaim the spotlight from other high-profile hits like The Celebrity Traitors.
“It’s one of the BBC’s crown jewels — and they want to deliver the news with maximum impact,” an insider revealed.
The hit show — which follows anti-corruption unit AC-12 — will reportedly begin filming in early 2026, reuniting stars Martin Compston, Vicky McClure, and Adrian Dunbar in Belfast for another six-episode run.
The Long-Awaited Return
The series finale in 2021 left fans divided after the reveal that bumbling officer Det Supt Ian Buckells (Nigel Boyle) was the elusive “H” — a twist that many viewers found anticlimactic after years of speculation.
But now, after endless petitions, rumours, and interviews, the comeback is closer than ever.
“Although this has been discussed for years since that unsatisfying ending, the excitement when the BBC makes it official will be huge,” a source told The Sun.
The Clues Were There All Along
Hints of a comeback began surfacing earlier this year, when leading man Martin Compston (DI Steve Arnott) teased that he had a new project scheduled for 2026.
Speaking on The Nicky Byrne Podcast, he said cryptically:
“I think I already know what I’m filming next year… and it’s going to be a good one.”
When pressed for more details, he refused to confirm — but fans instantly knew what he meant.
Meanwhile, Adrian Dunbar, who plays fan-favourite Superintendent Ted Hastings, added fuel to the fire in a Radio Ulster interview.
“We’re all keeping our fingers crossed,” he said. “We just need the BBC to make the announcement. I know Jed [Mercurio]’s working away, and the three of us — me, Vicky, and Martin — are ready. Hopefully next year we’ll be back in Belfast, making a nuisance of ourselves again.”
A Scheduling Miracle
Industry insiders report that the show’s three leads have finally managed to align their busy schedules, clearing the way for filming to begin in the spring of 2026.
A six-part series is already being mapped out, with creator Jed Mercurio reportedly working on scripts that promise “major twists” and a more “satisfying conclusion” than the previous finale.
“The wheel is turning,” said Dunbar. “We’re ready — it’s just down to the BBC to press go.”
Why It Still Matters
Since its debut in 2012, Line of Duty has been one of the BBC’s most successful dramas, regularly pulling in over 10 million viewers per episode and earning a loyal international following.
Fans have been clamouring for closure ever since the last episode aired in 2021 — the year that left millions asking: Was that really the end?
Social media has since exploded with speculation, fan theories, and even mock “AC-12 investigations” into the show’s possible return.
Now, with the BBC preparing to break its silence, anticipation is at an all-time high.
A Statement Comeback
The BBC is expected to make its official announcement within weeks, with one source hinting at “a dramatic teaser trailer” to reintroduce AC-12 to the public.
“They know how much this series means to fans,” the insider explained. “They’re not just bringing back a show — they’re reviving a piece of British TV history.”
Rumour has it that the network will unveil the news in a prime-time slot, accompanied by an exclusive interview with the returning cast.
The seventh season is expected to hit screens in late 2026, marking a monumental homecoming for one of the most acclaimed crime dramas ever produced.
What to Expect from Line of Duty 7
While plot details remain tightly under wraps, sources close to Jed Mercurio suggest the upcoming season will be “the boldest yet”, delving deeper into the roots of corruption within British law enforcement — and possibly revealing new layers to the mysterious “H conspiracy.”
The goal, reportedly, is to redeem the legacy of Series 6 and give fans the explosive finale they’ve been waiting for.
“This will be the payoff the audience deserves,” said a source. “The truth behind AC-12’s enemies will finally come out.”
Fans React
Within hours of the report, social media erupted:
“Best news of the year!” one user wrote.
“If Hastings says ‘Mother of God’ one more time, I’ll lose it,” joked another.
On Reddit, the Line of Duty community has already begun speculating about new guest stars and possible returning villains.
A Legacy Reborn
More than a show, Line of Duty became a cultural phenomenon — from catchphrases like “the letter of the law” to the relentless hunt for bent coppers.
Its comeback marks not just the return of AC-12, but a revival of appointment television in an era dominated by streaming.
So yes — after five years of silence, AC-12 is back on the case.
And this time, they’re promising no more loose ends.
