How to watch Line of Duty online: stream season 6's final episode from anywhere

Watch Line of Duty season 6 episode 7 online

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It feels like the sixth season of Line of Duty only just returned to our screens, bringing back Hastings, Fleming, and Arnott on their investigations to uncover coppers gone bent. However, the final episode is airing tonight, wrapping another season of the AC-12 department and its gripping storylines. Make sure you know how to watch Line of Duty season 6, episode 7 - the final episode - where you are.

Watch Line of Duty season 6, episode 7 online

When: Sunday, May 2

Channel: BBC One

Time: 9pm GMT

Free UK stream: watch BBC iPlayer for FREE

Watch anywhere: try the top VPN around 100% risk-free

*SPOILER ALERT: plot details and other information related to Line of Duty season 6 mentioned below. If you're not fully up-to-speed with the show, you can scroll down for a spoiler-free guide covering how to watch Line of Duty online and stream every new episode in season 6*

With season 6 centring around the unresolved high-profile murder of investigative journalist, Gail Vella, DCI Jo Davidson has been raising suspicions among the anti-corruption unit as she leads the already-year-long case. More interestingly still, former AC-12 officer, Kate Flemming, is a part of her team.

As we arrive at the final episode, we've been promised we'll get all the answers - which we hope means the identity of the still unknown 'H'. With two bullet holes in Pilkington, the plot thickens as Fleming and Davidson flee, only to be surrounded by police at Boyle's flat.

Both taken into custody, Davidson's parentage is revealed to her, though we're left unsure of whether or not she was aware of this connection to a organised crime overlord. Davidson is charged, meanwhile Fleming is released.

Once again ending on a cliffhanger - the BBC knows how to do us dirty - Davidson is taken to her cell, when approached by two OCG prison guards, who seem to clock the two CCTV cameras. The plot thickens...

Follow our guide below to learn where to watch Line of Duty season 6 online and stream episode 7 - the final episode - from anywhere on earth today.

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How to watch Line of Duty season 6 episode 7 online FREE in the UK

Line of Duty season 6 is wrapping up, airing the final episode tonight, Sunday, May 2 on BBC One at 9pm BST.

For those who don't have a TV or cable provider, you can catch all the action on the BBC's on-demand service, BBC iPlayer, allowing you to live stream Line of Duty, or enjoy it a few hours after it airs. BBC is completely free to watch, though you will need to be the holder of a valid UK TV license - even for online viewing.

Not in the UK right now? Just use a VPN to alter your IP address so you can stream your favourite TV shows and films online - including the nail biting Line of Duty as it closes in on its conclusion - just like you would at home - only from anywhere.

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How to watch Line of Duty online from outside your country

For anyone abroad right now wanting to watch Line of Duty, you’ll likely be unable to watch series 6, episode 7 due to annoying regional restrictions.

Fortunately, there’s a simple solution. Downloading a VPN will allow you to stream Line of Duty online no matter where you are. The simple bit of software changes your IP address, meaning that you can access on-demand content or live TV just as if you were at home.

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How to watch Line of Duty online in the US

It was announced on March 26 that Britbox would be the exclusive home to season 6 for Line of Duty fans in the US, with the episodes of the latest season expected to start dropping in May.

In the US, a Britbox subscription costs $6.99 a month or $69.99 a year, with a 7-day trial available for new customers.

Looking to catch up on the last five season? Season 1-5 of the acclaimed police corruption drama are available on Acorn TV. Able to get AcornTV as a part of Amazon Prime Video in the US, you can take advantage of the 7-day free trial, too.

Outside of the US? Watch Line of Duty just like you would at home with a good VPN.

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How to watch Line of Duty season 6 online in Australia

Line of Duty season 6 is exclusive to BritBox and premiered in Australia on Thursday, April 1. This means you can watch Line of Duty season 6, episode 7 on May 6 if you're down under.

The streaming service is packed with classic British comedy and drama, and costs AU$8.99 per month or AU$89.99, but you can take advantage of a 7-day FREE trial.

If you're abroad and worried that geo-blocking will stop you from watching Line of Duty like you normally would, don't worry - just use a VPN to point yourself back Down Under and you'll be able to stream as usual.

How to watch Line of Duty online in Canada

Much like the US, Britbox will be the exclusive home to season 6 of Line of Duty in Canada, anticipated to begin dropping in May.

Canadians can catch up and watch seasons 1-5 of Line of Duty with an Amazon Prime Video sub, which of course offers a FREE 30-day Prime Video trial, so you can watch everything else it has to offer without paying a cent.

After that, a subscription costs just $7.99 per month, or $79 if you want to commit to a year. Strangely, Netflix also has all those episodes as well.

In the meantime, remember that anyone in Canada from abroad can always check out a good VPN to watch TV shows and films on the same services they'd normally use at home.

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Alice is eCommerce Editor at Future with a focus on streaming services, such as Disney Plus and HBO Max, and VPN. She predominantly writes buying and streaming service guides, as well as how to watch articles. Previously a Commercial Content Writer at Trusted Reviews, Alice has five years experience giving online buying advice, and over two years writing about consumer tech.