Wentworth ended in 2021 with its ninth and final season, titled Wentworth: The Final Sentence. The season wrapped up the long-running Australian prison drama, which originally debuted in 2013 as a reimagining of the classic show Prisoner.

In Season 9, the series focused on themes of redemption, justice, and power struggles within the prison. It featured major character arcs, including the continued evolution of Rita Connors, Vera Bennett’s struggles as a governor, and high-stakes conflicts among inmates. The season was praised for maintaining the series’ emotional depth and suspenseful storytelling, with a Rotten Tomatoes rating above 90% from fans and critics alike​

The final episodes were especially intense, with key events such as Vera’s confrontation with Ferguson, Rita’s exposure as a cop, and Boomer’s journey toward motherhood. The last episode, Legacy, left fans with an emotional and uncertain conclusion about the fate of many characters​.

Despite ending in 2021, Wentworth remains a fan favorite, with ongoing discussions about its impact and legacy in crime drama television.