Filming for the highly anticipated seventh series of Line of Duty has begun in Belfast, featuring both returning and new cast members. The BBC police drama last aired in 2021.
The new season will see AC-12 disbanded and rebranded as the Inspectorate of Police Standards. This shift marks a significant change for the series, which has maintained a strong focus on police corruption.
Returning cast members include Martin Compston, Vicky McClure, and Adrian Dunbar. They will be joined by Christina Chong, who plays DI Nicky Rogerson, and Robert Carlyle as Detective Constable Shaun Massie.
Jed Mercurio is the creator of Line of Duty. He expressed gratitude to fans, stating, “Everyone involved in Line of Duty feels enormous gratitude to the show’s fans.” He also remarked on the show’s narrative challenges during its hiatus.
Key facts about Series 7:
- The series will stream on BBC iPlayer and air on BBC One next year.
- Filming is taking place at various locations around Belfast City Airport.
- Series 1-6 are available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
Yet, there are uncertainties regarding specific release dates and plot details. The production team has not disclosed how many episodes will be included in this season.
