The Edge (Wentworth)
| Company type | Television season |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television drama |
| Founded | June 19, 2018 |
| Founder | FremantleMedia |
| Headquarters | Australia |
Key people | Jo Porter (executive producer) |
| Parent | Wentworth (TV series) |
| Website | www |
The sixth installment of the Australian drama series Wentworth debuted on Showcase on 19 June 2018 and wrapped up on 4 September 2018. This 12-episode season, overseen by FremantleMedia's Drama Director Jo Porter as executive producer, picks up soon after the breakout of Franky Doyle and Joan Ferguson. It also introduces fresh faces played by Leah Purcell, Susie Porter, and Rarriwuy Hick.
Plot
Shortly following the escape of Franky Doyle and Joan Ferguson, Kaz steps into the position of Top Dog after Ferguson's death. Sonia Stevens faces threats to her wellbeing while Governor Bennett's professional future is uncertain, as Boomer probes into the alleged poisoning of Sonia. Liz becomes increasingly anxious, and Will is haunted by memories of Ferguson’s last moments. The arrival of new prisoner Rita Connors, carrying a disruptive secret, along with Ruby Mitchell and Marie Winter, shifts the prison's power balance.
Main
- Leah Purcell portraying Rita Connors
- Sigrid Thornton as Sonia Stevens
- Susie Porter in the role of Marie Winter
- Celia Ireland as Liz Birdsworth
- Katrina Milosevic playing Sue "Boomer" Jenkins
- Robbie J Magasiva as Deputy Governor Will Jackson
- Tammy Macintosh as Kaz Proctor
- Kate Jenkinson portraying Allie Novak
- Bernard Curry as Jake Stewart
- Rarriwuy Hick in the role of Ruby Mitchell
- Kate Atkinson as Governor Vera Bennett
- Nicole da Silva playing Franky Doyle
Special guest
- Pamela Rabe returning as Joan Ferguson
Recurring
- Libby Tanner as Bridget Westfall
- Jacquie Brennan in the role of Linda Miles
- Sally-Anne Upton portraying Lucy "Juice" Gambaro
- Maddy Jevic as Nurse Lee Radcliffe
- Artemis Ioannides playing Vicky Kosta
- Kate Elliot as Spike Baxter
- Sun Park in the role of Cherry Li
- Emily Havea as Mon Alston
- Catherine Larcey portraying Sharon Gilmour
- Bessie Holland as Stella Radic
- Sarah Hallam playing Jen "Hutch" Hutchins
- Katerina Kotsonis as Brenda Murphy
- Stefan Dennis portraying Michael Armstrong QC
- Martin Sacks as Derek Channing
- Shane Connor playing Ray Houser
- Natalia Novikova as Zara "Drago" Dragovich
Episodes
Production
On 9 May 2017, FremantleMedia confirmed the renewal of Wentworth for a sixth installment, planned for broadcast in 2018.
Jo Porter, FremantleMedia's Drama Director, emphasized the series' achievements, crediting its devoted international fanbase and the outstanding performances by the cast, who bring to life a range of intricate and multifaceted characters within Wentworth's gripping storyline.
Penny Win, Foxtel's Head of Drama, remarked that as Foxtel's longest-standing original drama—originating from the 1979 series Prisoner—Wentworth continues to set a benchmark for Australian television productions. The fifth season debuted on Foxtel, with season six promising further developments, receiving acclaim for its compelling plotlines and meticulously crafted scripts by Marcia Gardner alongside the writing team.
Reception
Ratings
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Accolades
- AACTA Awards
- Nominated: Best Lead Actress in a Television Drama – Leah Purcell
- Nominated: Best Guest or Supporting Actress in a Television Drama – Celia Ireland
- Nominated: Best Television Drama Series – Wentworth
- Equity Ensemble Awards
- Nominated: Most Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series – Wentworth
- Logie Awards
- Nominated: Most Outstanding Actor – Robbie Magasiva
- Nominated: Most Outstanding Actress – Leah Purcell
- Nominated: Most Outstanding Supporting Actor – Bernard Curry
- Nominated: Most Outstanding Supporting Actress – Celia Ireland
- Nominated: Most Popular Drama Program – Wentworth
- Won: Most Outstanding Drama Series – Wentworth
- Screen Producers Australia
- Nominated: SPA Award for Drama Series Production of the Year – Wentworth
Home media
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