What is line of duty season 5?

  • Premiere: Aired in 2019.
  • Focus: The season heavily revolves around the elusive organized crime group (OCG) known as "H". It dives deeper into the potential identity of "H", exploring whether it's one person or a network.
  • Main Characters:
    • AC-12: Returns with Superintendent Ted Hastings, DI Kate Fleming, and DS Steve Arnott investigating corruption.
    • DS John Corbett: An undercover officer who infiltrated the OCG, believing Hastings is "H". His actions and motives are central to the plot. You can read about the role of DS%20John%20Corbett in this season.
    • Lisa McQueen: A key figure in the OCG, her involvement and allegiance are questionable. Her character is important in understanding the criminal network. Learn about Lisa%20McQueen's%20role here.
  • Key Plot Points:
    • Operation Pear Tree: The undercover operation involving Corbett and McQueen.
    • Police Corruption: The investigation into Hastings and the persistent question of whether he is "H." The ambiguity surrounding Ted%20Hastings is a major theme.
    • OCG Activities: The season features increasingly violent and sophisticated criminal activities of the OCG.
  • Ending: The finale leaves some questions unanswered, particularly surrounding the extent of corruption within the police force and the true identity/nature of "H". The ambiguity fuels further speculation.