It's Official! Wentworth Is Returning BACK To Our Screens!

After an epic cry of 'NO' from TV fans when they were told their fave gritty show was getting the chop, Foxtel have confirmed today that Wentworth WILL be back in 2019 with all new episodes!

Foxtel revealed our favourite characters will be back for an additional 20 episodes with the seventh season currently in post-production and screening in 2019. Season eight is supported by Film Victoria and will commence production next year.

Brian Walsh, Foxtel’s Executive Director of Television, said: “Foxtel is proud and delighted to confirm a further 20 episodes of Wentworth. The renewal of this much loved drama is testament to Foxtel’s unwavering commitment to Australian story-telling.

“Wentworth has captivated audiences in Australia and all over the world with its gritty nail-biting storylines, remarkable performances by an extensive ensemble cast and high production values. The commissioning of these additional episodes will see it reach an extraordinary 100 episodes”.

The people have spoken and the people are happy!

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