Overview

• Jed Mercurio has begun work on a seventh series script, signaling the creative phase is officially underway.
• Adrian Dunbar confirmed he and his co-stars have spoken with the BBC and are awaiting the network’s formal green light.
• Lead actors including Vicky McClure and Martin Compston have cleared their 2026 calendars after production meetings.
• Netflix’s recent streaming of all six seasons and persistent fan demand have reinforced the case for revival.
• An official announcement from the BBC has not yet been issued, with insiders expecting confirmation in the coming months.