Wentworth (2013)

Kernel Score: 88% · 286 ratings

Genres: Drama, Crime

First aired: 2013-05-01

Seasons: 9 · 100 episodes

Where to watch Wentworth

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

Bea Smith is locked up while awaiting trial for the attempted murder of her husband and must learn how life works in prison. A modern adaptation and sequel of the iconic Prisoner series.

Wentworth parents' guide: ages 14+

Parents need to know that Wentworth is a TV-MA women's prison drama depicting violence and hardship behind bars.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — The women's prison setting involves violent confrontations and hardship among inmates.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

  • Danielle Cormack as Bea Smith
  • Nicole da Silva as Franky Doyle
  • Kate Atkinson as Vera Bennett
  • Robbie Magasiva as Will Jackson
  • Kate Jenkinson as Allie Novak
  • Tammy Macintosh as Kaz Proctor
  • Jacqueline Brennan as Linda Miles
  • Pamela Rabe as Joan Ferguson
  • Katrina Milosevic as Sue "Boomer" Jenkins
  • Rarriwuy Hick as Ruby Mitchell

Wentworth FAQ

Is Wentworth good?

Wentworth has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 286 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Wentworth?

In the US you can stream Wentworth on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel, Prime Video (free with ads), Tubi and Amazon MX Player and buy it from Google Play.

Is Wentworth OK for kids?

Wentworth is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that Wentworth is a TV-MA women's prison drama depicting violence and hardship behind bars.

What shows are like Wentworth?

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