[Denver]

FRESH from bagging a best actor gong playing a detective in Little Boy Blue, Stephen Graham will turn investigator again in the next series of Line Of Duty.

I can reveal the actor, who has also starred in This Is England and Boardwalk Empire, is set to replace Thandie Newton, as the central figure in the megahit BBC drama’s fifth season.

A show insider said: “It’s a huge coup for Stephen, even as someone with his long CV.

“Not only is Line of Duty one of the hottest dramas on TV but he’s also following in the footsteps of a long line of high-profile signings, including Keeley Hawes and Daniel Mays.

“Producers are also thrilled to have him on board and have a very exciting story lined-up.

“Just as he did in Little Boy Blue recently, he’s sure to have viewers glued to their edge of their seats.”

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