Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

As a devoted Line of Duty fan who has eagerly awaited each new season, I must say it feels like a dream come true to witness this recent reunion between Vicky McClure, Martin Compston, and Adrian Dunbar. Their chemistry on screen is unparalleled, and their off-screen camaraderie only adds to the magic of the show.


Fans of Line of Duty got a surprise before Christmas, as they witnessed an impromptu cast reunion in the most recent Waitrose ad.

Vicky McClure and Martin Compston teamed up once more to nab a puzzling suspect for the latest Christmas promotion at the supermarket.

In every season of the widely-loved BBC police show that aired between 2012 and 2021, the two actors played the roles of tough anti-corruption agents, DC Kate Fleming and DS Steve Arnott on screen.

They quickly resumed their detective work in the holiday-themed mystery ad, focusing on the enigma of the vanished dessert.

This week, Waitrose debuted their first Christmas commercial featuring Matthew Macfadyen from Succession in the role of a detective. A diverse cast, which includes comedian Joe Wilkinson, Rakhee Thakrar from Sex Education, and Sian Clifford known for her work on Fleabag, also appears in the advertisement.

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

On Christmas Eve, the family prepares for the festivities, but finds that their cherished pudding has vanished. This leaves young Matthew puzzling over who might have stolen it.

In the second advertisement, Vicky and Martin are shown sipping tea, both wearing holiday sweaters. At one point, Vicky comments, “This is pleasant, friend,” to which Martin replies, “Indeed, it’s been far too long.

However, the video unexpectedly changes direction when Martin notices the Waitrose ad on the television. In response, he recites well-known phrases from Line of Duty, telling Vicky to “rewind” and “pause.

In their familiar detective positions, Vicky confidently states, “We have an intriguing mystery on our hands,” prompting them to quickly jot down potential suspects.

Martin focuses on the two youngsters, saying assertively, “It seems undeniable that they’ve been caught red-handed, rummaging through the refrigerator.

In a subtle nod to the audience, Vicky playfully responded: “If you choose to pursue that line of questioning, you’ll end up puzzled, like someone left with a fishy dilemma.

After turning his doubts towards their family’s cat, Martin prompts a chuckle from Vicky. However, when Grandmother displays an expression as ominous as a storm cloud, it catches everyone’s attention.

Martin exclaims that it’s time to intensify the probe, while Vicky seizes an evidence folder, echoing the renowned phrase of the beloved character, Superintendent Ted Hastings: “Now we’ve got the stove fired up!

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

As the actors exchange a friendly fist-bump, the commercial concludes with the phrase: ‘And so the story continues…’, hinting that there will be more to come from Waitrose.

Fans were thrilled with the ad, expressing their appreciation on the brand’s Instagram comments, where they called it a “masterpiece” campaign and requested that Adrian Dunbar’s character Ted Hastings be included to make the iconic trio complete.

‘Waitrose has truly outdone itself at Christmas; what a fantastic job! I can’t wait to see what else they have in store.’

“This is such a classic! It never fails to deliver the suspense with its top-notch detectives. If anyone but Ted Hastings turns out to be the culprit, I’ll be quite let down!

“Where can I find Ted Hastings? The entire campaign is remarkable; by the way, could you be quiet? It’s reached an entirely new level – I’m absolutely thrilled!!!

Brilliant! I’m completely captivated; *posting from the tomb since I almost burst with delight; If this doesn’t include a nod to Jesus, Mary, Joseph, and the little donkey, I’m calling off Christmas.

Oh, how I long for these friends back on Line of Duty! No doubt, you’ll solve that mystery perfectly. It’s simply a question of when.

In the coming weeks leading up to Christmas, the secret behind Waitrose’s unusual case is expected to be solved, ultimately identifying the individual responsible for stealing the Christmas puddings.

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

This holiday season, I’m thrilled to share that we’ve decided to keep our Waitrose patrons on their toes with an intriguing ‘whodunnit festive crime drama’. It boasts a talented ensemble of actors, making it a must-watch for this year’s Christmas advertisement.

‘This year for Christmas, we’re highlighting that Waitrose food is irresistibly scrumptious, making everyone eager to try it out! We’ve featured our finest delectable options along with a dash of holiday cheer and magic. So, who will make an appearance? Could it be Uncle Phil or Fig the cat? You’ll have to stay tuned to find out!’

This event represents the second surprising instance of a Line of Duty reunion in the past few weeks, following Vicky Martin and her fellow actor Adrian’s spontaneous adventure on a rickshaw through London at the tail end of October.

Sharing the hilarious clip to their Instagram accounts, it was captioned: ‘AC12 oot and aboot’.

In the video, they glided through the city’s core aboard a vibrant neon-pink rickshaw, accompanied by tunes like “Shackles (Praise You)” by Mary Mary and “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor, which were played at full volume from a loudspeaker.

Despite their attempts at maintaining composure, they burst out laughing uncontrollably when Martin retrieved his phone to record the uproarious incidents, exclaiming excitedly: “We’re back again!

In an enthusiastic manner, as she sang and danced to the tunes, Vicky addressed the camera saying, “Hey folks, we simply required transportation to a nearby eatery.

Speaking up among the BBC stars, I found myself expressing that I was doing my best to maintain composure amidst their inquiry about viewer requests.

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

Martin continued to call attention to each police vehicle they passed by, using his famous roles for emphasis, as he exclaimed: “Look at the cops!” or simply “There goes a patrol car!

Just a few days following news that Vicky, Martin, and Adrian recently dined with the creator of Line of Duty, Jed Mercurio, there are discussions about a possible new series taking place, as they collaborate on the details.

It appears that the group found it challenging to make a commitment to a new series due to schedule conflicts among its members.

As reported by The Sun, the four of them frequently dined together following the disappointing final episode of their popular series in 2021; however, this marks the first instance where they have talked about potentially returning for a new season together.

According to a reliable source, Jed has a strong bond with Vicky, Martin, and Adrian, frequently dining together. However, on this particular occasion, things seemed unusual.

2025 served as a subject of discussion regarding coordinating their calendars, so that the production of Line of Duty Season 7 might commence in the following year. The goal is to initiate filming soon, with its release slated for early 2026.

For enthusiastic followers, this update follows Adrian’s earlier statement that the entire cast would return for another season, provided the chance arises.

The actor, starred in the police drama for almost a decade until the show’s finale, which left fans disappointed with the revelation that hapless DCI Ian Buckells was the elusive criminal mastermind, H. 

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert
Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

In May, Adrian expressed to The Times: “We long for its return. It’s fitting that their birthday falls on this day as I truly don’t wish for them to grow any older.

I feel the same way about aging, as I don’t wish for us to return someday when we might need a walker or a cane like Ted Hastings.

In the same month, Vicky found herself tactfully evading queries regarding a potential new Line of Duty series during her stint on This Morning.

As a lifestyle expert, I often find myself in situations where I need to address speculations and expectations. In this instance, I found myself being asked about my readiness by the gracious hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley. Ben posed a question along the lines of: “With all the rumors and anticipations, have you and your team collectively agreed that you’d be prepared and eager when Jed gets his affairs in order?

However, Vicky declined to discuss anything further: “Rumors will persist. After all, everyone has expressed their affection for the program and a desire to return, right? Yet, we simply have nothing new to share, which can be disheartening.

Cat then quipped: ‘Well is no news good news? Because it’s definitely not a no…’.

After that, Vicky began to smile and grabbed a pillow to shield herself while saying, “I’m about to hide behind this…” which caused Ben and Cat to erupt in laughter.

Line of Duty fans thrilled as stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston reunite to crack a festive case in new Waitrose Christmas advert

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