Line of Duty 2012
“If you think catching criminals is tough, try catching police officers.”
What is Line of Duty?
Line of Duty is a television drama series that centers on the investigations conducted by AC-12. This organization is a police anticorruption unit described as controversial.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 36
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jun 26, 2012
- Last aired
- May 2, 2021
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One, BBC Two
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 36 episodes and an average 60-minute runtime.
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Find the trailer on YouTube ↗Overview
Line of Duty is a television drama series that centers on the investigations conducted by AC-12. This organization is a police anticorruption unit described as controversial. The series focuses on the work performed by this specific unit as they carry out their duties within the police force. No further details regarding the production, cast, or specific narrative developments are available from the provided documentation. The scope of the program is defined by the activities and internal operations of this anticorruption entity. The provided sources offer information regarding various communication software applications and typographical symbols, which are unrelated to the production or broadcast history of the television series. Consequently, this overview is limited strictly to the information contained within the provided synopsis regarding the nature of the unit and its role in the drama.
Should you watch it?
“Elite detectives investigate police corruption in this tense British procedural.”
- Compelling portrayal of police misconduct investigations
- Strong ensemble cast with nuanced performances
- Complex plotting may require close attention
- Pacing can feel slow to some viewers
You enjoy procedurals with moral ambiguity and institutional themes.
Suitable for mature audiences due to workplace violence and ethical dilemmas.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 5 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Jun 26, 2012
- E2 Episode 2 Jul 3, 2012
- E3 Episode 3 Jul 10, 2012
- E4 Episode 4 Jul 17, 2012
- E5 Episode 5 Jul 24, 2012
Season 2 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Feb 12, 2014
- E2 Episode 2 Feb 19, 2014
- E3 Episode 3 Feb 26, 2014
- E4 Episode 4 Mar 5, 2014
- E5 Episode 5 Mar 12, 2014
- E6 Episode 6 Mar 19, 2014
Season 3 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mar 24, 2016
- E2 Episode 2 Mar 31, 2016
- E3 Episode 3 Apr 7, 2016
- E4 Episode 4 Apr 14, 2016
- E5 Episode 5 Apr 21, 2016
- E6 Episode 6 Apr 28, 2016
Season 4 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mar 26, 2017
- E2 Episode 2 Apr 2, 2017
- E3 Episode 3 Apr 9, 2017
- E4 Episode 4 Apr 16, 2017
- E5 Episode 5 Apr 23, 2017
- E6 Episode 6 Apr 30, 2017
Season 5 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mar 31, 2019
- E2 Episode 2 Apr 7, 2019
- E3 Episode 3 Apr 14, 2019
- E4 Episode 4 Apr 21, 2019
- E5 Episode 5 Apr 28, 2019
- E6 Episode 6 May 5, 2019
Frequently asked questions
Is Line of Duty based on real events?
No, it is a fictional drama though it draws from realistic police procedures.
Where can I watch Line of Duty?
The series originally aired on BBC Two and is available on various streaming platforms.
How many series are there?
Multiple series have aired since 2012, with more planned.
Who created Line of Duty?
The show was created by Jed Mercurio.
What is AC-12?
AC-12 is a fictional police anticorruption unit central to the show's investigations.