Wentworth
Created by Lara Radulovich, Reg Watson
On showcase, FOX Showcase
A dark, claustrophobic prison drama that sustains tension through 100 episodes by keeping its ensemble trapped in an oppressive system where alliances shift and survival is never guaranteed.
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.
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Is Wentworth violent? Yes, very. More violent than 92% of series.
Is Wentworth sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of series.
Is Wentworth one of a kind? No. Less singular than 91% of series.
Does Wentworth leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 81% of series.
Is Wentworth scary? Yes. More frightening than 79% of series.
Is Wentworth easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.
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Like Wentworth
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Wentworth
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Wentworth, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Wentworth, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Wentworth, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
