'And We’re Off Duty!': Vicky McClure Wraps Line of Duty Series 7, and She 'Can't Wait to Go Home'

'And We're Off Duty!': Vicky McClure Wraps Line of Duty Series 7

The wait for Line of Duty fans just got a little more real. Vicky McClure, who plays Detective Kate Fleming, has officially wrapped filming for the highly anticipated seventh series. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, the 43-year-old actress shared a joyful snap with her on-screen (and real-life) best mates Martin Compston and Adrian Dunbar, captioning it: 'And we’re Off Duty!! The last 4 months spent with two of my best mates.'

McClure added, 'The brilliant cast & crew pulled out all the stops to bring script to life…thank you. Home time now, so can’t wait, missed my lot every single day.' The iconic police trio—often referred to as AC-12's golden team—looked happier than ever, marking the end of an intense four-month shoot.

A Controversial Ending Behind Them

The wrap-up comes five years after the divisive sixth series, which left many fans scratching their heads. In that season, the shadowy supergrass 'H' was unmasked as Detective Superintendent Ian Buckells (played by Nigel Boyle), a seemingly bumbling officer who had been pulling the strings behind a massive network of police corruption. The reveal was met with widespread disappointment, with viewers feeling the payoff didn't match the years of buildup.

But creator Jed Mercurio seems determined to win back the audience. Earlier this year, he teased the new season with a behind-the-scenes shot of Adrian Dunbar as Superintendent Ted Hastings, dressed in full uniform, looking out over a busy office. The caption quoted Hastings' iconic line: 'There's only one thing I'm interested in and one thing only and that's bent coppers.'

What to Expect in Series 7

Line of Duty series 7 will see AC-12 disbanded and rebranded as the Inspectorate of Police Standards. The anti-corruption unit will be tasked with their most sensitive case yet, involving a Detective Constable named Shaun Massie, played by BAFTA-winning actor Robert Carlyle. According to the official synopsis, Massie is a 'Specialist Rifle Officer (SRO), a veteran marksman operating with Tactical Operations Unit 7 (TO-7) to take down Organised Crime Groups.'

The plot thickens when Massie's commanding officer, DI Dominic Gough, is accused of being a sexual predator. Massie, described as a 'gruff loner,' sees his normally detached demeanor change drastically as the investigation unfolds. This promises to bring a fresh dynamic to the series, with Carlyle's casting generating significant buzz.

The Cast's Legacy

For McClure, Compston, and Dunbar, Line of Duty has been a career-defining journey. Compston's portrayal of DS Steve Arnott has made him a household name, while Dunbar's Ted Hastings has become one of British TV's most beloved characters. The trio's off-screen chemistry is just as strong; McClure herself described them as 'two of my best mates' in her Instagram post.

The series originally aired on BBC Two before moving to BBC One from its fourth season onward. It has won multiple BAFTAs and a devoted global following. The upcoming season is expected to air in 2027, giving fans plenty of time to rewatch the previous six seasons and speculate about what's next.

Behind the Scenes

Mercurio has kept details tightly under wraps, but the recent filming wrap suggests post-production is underway. The show's return has been one of the most anticipated events in British television, with many hoping the new season will recapture the magic of earlier installments. The addition of Carlyle—a screen legend known for roles in 'Trainspotting' and 'The Full Monty'—adds considerable star power.

As Vicky McClure heads home after four grueling months, she joins millions of fans counting down the days until she and her AC-12 colleagues are back on duty. For now, it's time to rest, recharge, and maybe even binge-watch some of her own past series—because when Line of Duty returns, it's bound to be explosive.

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