Line of Duty Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2012 · BBC One, BBC Two · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Line of Duty
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Line of Duty have?
Line of Duty has 7 seasons and 36 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on June 26, 2012 to May 2, 2021.
Is Line of Duty renewed, ended, or canceled?
Line of Duty is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Line of Duty?
It takes 28h 55m (1735 minutes) to watch the complete run of Line of Duty. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 15 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 28.9 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 15 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Line of Duty?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 5 ("Episode 5"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.1/10 based on 16 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Line of Duty?
Line of Duty is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel, Acorn TV, BritBox, AcornTV Amazon Channel, BritBox Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, Acorn TV Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Line of Duty?
Line of Duty has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Line of Duty?
The primary ensemble cast includes Martin Compston as DS Steve Arnott (age 42), Vicky McClure as DC Kate Fleming (age 43), Adrian Dunbar as SI Ted Hastings (age 68), Craig Parkinson as Matthew 'Dot' Cottan (age 50).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Compston | DS Steve Arnott | 42 |
| Vicky McClure | DC Kate Fleming | 43 |
| Adrian Dunbar | SI Ted Hastings | 68 |
| Craig Parkinson | Matthew 'Dot' Cottan | 50 |
| Gregory Piper | Ryan Pilkington | – |
| Maya Sondhi | PC Maneet Bindra | – |
| Anneika Rose | Farida Jatri | – |
| Keeley Hawes | Lindsay Denton | 50 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Line of Duty are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.