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The beloved crime series AC-12 is officially returning for its seventh season, confirmed by the BBC.

An upcoming six-part season written by the show's creator will begin filming in Belfast 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. Her co-star remarked, "How wonderful it is to know that the Three Amigos will be reuniting together next year."

The last series concluded in recent years with a final episode that drew in over 17 million viewers. Speculation about a new season have been circulating ever since, but official word only came recently.

New Challenges for The Team

The seventh season will open with the anti-corruption unit having been disbanded and renamed as the Inspectorate of Police Standards, as revealed by production details.

Steve Arnott, Kate Fleming, and Adrian Dunbar's part continue tasked to combat corruption within the law enforcement.

The team's mission "faces unprecedented challenges", and under these circumstances, these officers will take on their "most delicate case to date."

New Character and Intricate Plot

An additional officer, DI Dominic Gough, portrayed as a charismatic officer known for takedowns of criminal networks, is accused of misusing his authority to become a offender.

Yet, his case could be a deliberate distraction from a larger danger still active in the shadows, the teaser hinted.

In a statement, Jed Mercurio said: "All cast and crew feels enormous gratitude to the show's fans."

"It's an honor to have had countless followers watch the developments of AC-12 over six previous seasons and we are thrilled to be coming back for a new season."

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

Cast Reactions

Martin Compston described appearing in the series as "a job of a lifetime".

"Not only the show's success but the people I've worked with I now call dear friends."

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

Vicky McClure stated: "Obviously I'm so excited the show is returning! Eager to work with the creator, Compston and Dunbar again. The city, we'll be there shortly!"

The veteran actor noted: "While anticipating the unit return, what a joy it is to know that the central trio will be working together soon."

"Pleased with the announcement and anticipating those mercurial twists and turns."

Show History

The drama launched in 2012 and became a highly successful TV dramas of the last decade, attracting notable actors such as Stephen Graham.

The BBC haven't revealed exactly the new season will hit screens.

The finale of series six drew the extended plot about the hunt for criminal mastermind known as "the mysterious H" to a conclusion, and the creative team indicated at the moment there were no intentions for further series.

Nevertheless, the network announced on Tuesday that a new season is now being produced.