Explosive Line of Duty series 6 spoiler pictures tease epic stunt scenes

Explosive new spoiler photos for Line of Duty series 6 have been shared on social media.

The acclaimed BBC One crime drama has been filming again this month after production was shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Now series creator and writer Jed Mercurio has shared some epic behind-the-scenes images from the upcoming episode on Twitter.

Among images of stunt doubles from the episode being shown, Jed shared an image of a white van rolling in a dramatic stunt.

Jed penned: " #LineofDuty6 Huge respect to our stunts team led by Donal O’Farrell featuring ace stunt drivers Steph Carey and Dave Anders.

"It’s easy for me to write “van rolls” - they make it happen."

Line of Duty showrunner Jed Mercurio shares a look at an epic series 6 stunt (Twitter)

The writer also revealed some fun trivia for fans of the acclaimed crime drama.

"Steph doubled for Keeley Hawes in S2 and hardcore LoD fans will recognise Dave from S4 ..."

Fans will no doubt be full of excitement for the new scenes and some took to Twitter to reply to Jed's post.

One commented: "Can't wait for this amazing series to get back on our screens, keep up the great work".

Donal O’Farrell leads the stunt team on Line of Duty series 6 (Twitter)

Dave Anders returns for stunt work on series 6 (Twitter)

Returning for the new episodes are Scottish actor Martin Compston as DS Steve Arnott, English actress Vicky McClure as DI Kate Fleming, and Irish actor Adrian Dunbar as big boss Supt. Ted Hastings.

The sixth run will also guest star Scottish actress Kelly Macdonald as Detective Chief Inspector Joanne Davidson, who is investigating an unsolved murder and prompts AC-12 to question her conduct.

Steph Carey returns for stunt scenes in Line of Duty series 6 (Twitter)

Line of Duty series 6 cast (l-r): Adrian Dunbar, Kelly McDonald, Martin Compston and Vicky McClure (PA)

Macdonald is merely the latest big name to headline a run of the drama series, with the first featuring Lennie James, the second and third starring Keeley Hawes, Daniel Mays headlining the third run, Thandie Newton featuring in the fourth series, and Stephen Graham in the most recent fifth series.

Speaking of the recent return to filming, Mercurio said: "We know Line of Duty fans are desperate for series six and we hope we can get it on air as soon as possible.

"Thanks so much for your patience in these difficult times."

Line of Duty series 1 to 5 are available now on BBC iPlayer, while series 6 will air on BBC One next year.