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The acclaimed police drama AC-12 will make a comeback for its seventh installment, confirmed by the broadcaster.

An upcoming six-episode series created by the show's creator starts production in Belfast in the coming months, as confirmed by the production team.

Vicky McClure shared her enthusiasm about the return, saying she was "so excited" about the show's renewal. Adrian Dunbar remarked, "How wonderful it is to know that the main trio will be back filming together soon."

The last season concluded in 2021 with a finale that attracted more than 17 million audience members. Speculation about a potential return have been circulating ever since, but official word only arrived this week.

Fresh Obstacles for The Team

The seventh season will open with the anti-corruption unit no longer existing and renamed as the new police oversight body, according to production details.

Steve Arnott, Vicky McClure's role, and Ted Hastings continue tasked to combat misconduct within the law enforcement.

The team's mission "has never been more difficult", and under these circumstances, the trio are assigned their "most delicate case to date."

New Character and Intricate Plot

An additional officer, Det Insp Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charming officer celebrated for takedowns of criminal networks, faces allegations of misusing his authority to act as a sexual predator.

Yet, this investigation might serve as a deliberate distraction from a larger danger still operating in the shadows, the teaser hinted.

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

"It's an honor to have had countless fans track the ups and downs of AC-12 over multiple series and we couldn't be more delighted to be coming back for a new installment."

He added: "Misconduct in the UK is supposed to have ended while the series was off air, so I've been compelled to use my creativity."

Actor Responses

Martin Compston described appearing in the series as "the role of a career".

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

"I'm excited to pull the waistcoat on again and reunite with everyone," he said.

The Nottingham-born actress stated: "It goes without saying I'm so excited the show is back! Can't wait to work with the creator, Compston and Adrian again. The city, we'll see you soon!"

Adrian Dunbar commented: "As we count down the unit return, what a joy it is to know that the Three Amigos will be working together soon."

"Delighted with the announcement and anticipating those unexpected plot developments."

Show History

The drama launched in 2012 and evolved into one of the most popular TV dramas of the last decade, featuring notable actors such as Stephen Graham.

Broadcasters has not yet announced exactly the upcoming series will hit screens.

The conclusion of season six brought the extended plot about the search for kingpin known as "the mysterious H" to a conclusion, and producers indicated at the moment there were no plans for further series.

However, the corporation confirmed on Tuesday that a new season is now being produced.