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The beloved police drama AC-12 will make a comeback for its seventh installment, announced by the BBC.

A brand new six-episode series written by Jed Mercurio starts production in Northern Ireland in the coming months, according to the production team.

Vicky McClure expressed excitement about the return, stating she was "so excited" about the series' return. Adrian Dunbar added, "What a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be back filming together soon."

The previous season wrapped up in 2021 with a finale that attracted over 17 million audience members. Rumors about a potential return have been circulating for some time, but confirmation only arrived recently.

New Challenges for The Team

Series seven will open with the anti-corruption unit no longer existing and rebranded as the Inspectorate of Police Standards, according to production details.

Steve Arnott, Kate Fleming, and Adrian Dunbar's part remain tasked to tackle misconduct within the police force.

Their work "faces unprecedented challenges", and under these circumstances, the trio are assigned their "most sensitive case so far."

New Character and Complex Case

A new character, DI Dominic Gough, described as a charismatic officer known for takedowns of criminal networks, is accused of abusing his position to become a sexual predator.

Yet, this investigation could be a deliberate distraction from a larger danger still active in the background, the teaser suggested.

Speaking about the renewal, Jed Mercurio commented: "Everyone involved feels enormous gratitude to the show's fans."

"It's an honor to have had so many followers track the ups and downs of AC-12 over six previous seasons and we couldn't be more delighted to be coming back for a seventh season."

He added: "Corruption in the UK is supposed to have ended while Line of Duty was off air, so I've been forced to use my imagination."

Actor Responses

The Scottish actor called appearing in the police drama as "a job of a lifetime".

"Beyond the program's popularity but the people I've collaborated with I now call some of my closest friends."

"I can't wait to wear the uniform again and get the team back together," he said.

Vicky McClure remarked: "Obviously I'm very happy the show is returning! Eager to work with the creator, Martin and Adrian again. Belfast, we'll be there shortly!"

Adrian Dunbar commented: "As we count down the AC-12 return, how exciting it is to know that the central trio will be working together soon."

"Pleased with the news and looking forward to those unexpected plot developments."

Show History

The drama premiered in the early 2010s and evolved into a highly successful TV dramas of the last decade, featuring guest stars such as Stephen Graham.

Broadcasters haven't revealed when the new season will hit screens.

The finale of season six drew the long-running storyline about the hunt for criminal mastermind known as "H" to a close, and the creative team indicated at the moment there were no plans for additional seasons.

Nevertheless, the corporation confirmed on Tuesday that a seventh series is now in development.