Alright, buckle up buttercup, because you're about to embark on the most thrilling, edge-of-your-seat TV experience this side of a surprise tax audit! I'm talking about Line of Duty, Season 1.
Don't worry, watching it isn't rocket science. It's more like...assembling IKEA furniture with only *mostly* the right instructions.
So, where do you find this glorious show?
Think of it as a treasure hunt, but instead of gold doubloons, you're after AC-12 and bent coppers! Okay, that's a *slight* exaggeration.
Currently, the easiest way to dive into Season 1 is usually through streaming services like BritBox. Think of it as Netflix, but with a *serious* British accent.
Amazon Prime Video often has it available to rent or buy. Just type "Line of Duty Season 1" into the search bar, and *bam*, there it is! Though remember to check if it's included in your subscription first! We don't want any unexpected bill shocks, do we?
iTunes or Google Play are another option for purchasing episodes. Basically, if you can buy a digital song, you can probably buy Line of Duty.
Prepping for Line of Duty: Operation "Couch Potato"
Consider this your mission briefing. Your objective: maximum comfort, minimal distractions.
First, ensure you've got snacks. We’re talking crisps, biscuits, maybe even a cheeky bit of cake. This is serious business, and requires fuel!
Next, inform your loved ones that you are unavailable for the next six hours (more or less depending on how quickly you watch!). "Do not disturb, unless the building is on fire or there's a Line of Duty spoiler!" should do the trick.
Things to watch out for:
Be prepared for a *lot* of acronyms. You'll be fluent in police jargon before you know it. Think of it as learning a new language, except this one involves things like OCGs and CHIS.
Don't get too attached to *anyone*. Seriously, no one is safe. Not even the seemingly nice ones. Prepare for betrayal. Get ready to question everything!
Pay attention! This isn't background noise TV. You'll need to concentrate, because the twists come thick and fast.
Once you've completed Season 1...
Congratulations! You've successfully navigated the murky waters of police corruption. Take a bow.
Now, obviously, you're going to want to watch the rest of the series. Think of it as a delicious, addictive crime drama dessert.
Be warned: it only gets more intense. More twists, more turns, more "OMG did that *really* just happen?!" moments.
But honestly, after that first episode of season one, you’ll be hooked. Good luck detective, you're going to need it! Now go forth and watch! You won't regret it! (Probably.)
Remember the name Ted Hastings, because "Mother of God" you will be hearing a lot from him in the future!
"Catching criminals is a tricky business, but watching Line of Duty? That's the easy part." - Me, just now.
