Line of Duty facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Line of Duty |
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| Genre | |
| Created by | Jed Mercurio |
| Written by | Jed Mercurio |
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| Theme music composer | Carly Paradis |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of episodes | 29 (list of episodes) |
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| Executive producer(s) | Stephen Wright (BBC) Simon Heath (World Productions) Jed Mercurio (Series 2–5) |
| Producer(s) | Jed Mercurio (Series 1) Peter Norris (Series 2–3) Cait Collins (Series 4) |
| Production location(s) | Birmingham (Series 1) Belfast (Series 2–5) |
| Cinematography | Ruairi O'Brien (Series 1–2) Peter Robertson (Series 3) Anna Valdez Hanks (Series 4) Stephen Murphy (Series 4) |
| Running time | 56–58 minutes |
| Production company(s) | World Productions |
| Distributor | Kew Media |
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| Original network | BBC Two (2012–2016) BBC One (2017–) |
| Picture format | 1080i |
| Audio format | Dolby Digital |
| Original release | 26 June 2012 – present |
Line of Duty is a popular British TV show. It is a police procedural drama created by Jed Mercurio. This means it focuses on how police officers investigate crimes. The show first aired on BBC Two in 2012.
It quickly became very successful. It was the most-watched drama on BBC Two for ten years. Later, it moved to BBC One because of its huge popularity. The show has won several awards. These include the Royal Television Society Award for Best Drama Series. It is also considered one of the best British crime dramas ever.
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About the Show
Line of Duty is known for its exciting stories. It follows a special police unit called AC-12. This unit investigates other police officers. They look into cases where officers might be involved in bad behavior. This could be anything from taking bribes to breaking the law.
The show often features intense interviews. These interviews are a key part of how AC-12 uncovers the truth. Viewers get to see how complex police investigations can be. The series keeps you guessing about who is telling the truth.
Main Characters
The show has a main group of characters. They work for AC-12.
- Superintendent Ted Hastings: He is the head of AC-12. He is very strict and believes in doing things by the book.
- Detective Inspector Kate Fleming: She is a skilled undercover officer. She often goes deep into investigations.
- Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott: He is a dedicated officer. He transferred to AC-12 after refusing to cover up a mistake.
Many famous actors have appeared in the show. Each series introduces new characters. These characters are often police officers under investigation. This keeps the show fresh and exciting.
Production and Filming
The first series of Line of Duty was filmed in Birmingham, England. Later series moved their filming to Belfast, Northern Ireland. The show is produced by World Productions.
The creator, Jed Mercurio, writes most of the episodes. He also directs some of them. The show is known for its detailed plots. It often has many twists and turns. This makes it a thrilling watch for viewers.
Awards and Recognition
Line of Duty has received many awards. It has been praised for its writing and acting.
- It won the Royal Television Society Award for Best Drama Series.
- It also won the Broadcasting Press Guild Award for Best Drama Series.
- The show has been listed among the best BBC shows of all time.
- It is often called one of the best police dramas ever made.
Its success shows how much audiences enjoy its unique stories.
Images for kids
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The Invest NI headquarters in Belfast depicts AC-12's headquarters
See also
In Spanish: Line of Duty para niños
