The critically acclaimed prison drama Wentworth from Fremantle is returning, with Foxtel’s BINGE announcing the new commission during the 2026 AACTA Awards.
Wentworth, which premiered in 2013, reimagined the iconic series Prisoner and landed in 170 territories worldwide. The new commission was revealed at the AACTA Awards ceremony by Danielle Cormack, who played Bea Smith. The new season will feature characters and elements from the original and takes the storyline beyond prison walls.
Lana Greenhalgh, director of scripted originals at Foxtel Group, said: “We’re incredibly proud of the legacy of Wentworth and excited to reveal what we’re creating in this bold new chapter. The next iteration honors everything fans loved about the world while opening the door to a new era of formidable, compelling characters driven by fresh, provocative storylines. The project is at an exciting stage of development, and we look forward to sharing more details soon.”
