Vera Bennett is a fictional character portrayed by Kate Atkinson in the TV series Wentworth.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled No Place Like Home (season 1), they were 41 years old.
They appear in all 100 aired episodes and have accumulated 10611 positive votes.
The character of Vera Bennett is mainly associated with Will Jackson, Joan Ferguson and Bea Smith.
Episodes100
No Place Like Home
episode S1.E1 may 2013Bea Smith enters prison after being charged with the attempted murder of her husband. Bea is separated from her daughter and sent to Wentworth on remand. She is then forced to learn how the prison works.Fly Me Away
episode S1.E2 may 2013In the aftermath of the riot, Will blackmails Doreen into helping him and Bea is given no choice but to continue to lie.The Girl Who Waited
episode S1.E3 may 2013Bea gets caught in between rivals Jacs and Franky. While Erica gets the staff offside with forced changes to the 'Wet Cells'.The Things We Do
episode S1.E4 may 2013Franky teaches Bea a tough lesson; Liz struggles with old demons; Franky stirs up new feelings in Erica.The Velvet Curtain
episode S1.E5 may 2013Erica can't escape her feelings for Franky and Bea reveals to Liz the truth about her marriage.Captive
episode S1.E6 june 2013Bea feels threatened when Harry says he may not be able to deal with their daughter any longer. Vera's mother reveals a long standing lie to the staff.Something Dies
episode S1.E7 june 2013Will realises he can't keep on holding onto the past as Bea crosses Jacs with dangerous consequences, Doreen can no longer be stuck in Jacs and Franky's war.Mind Games
episode S1.E8 june 2013To gain back control of Wentworth, Jacs makes a final play to break Bea.To the Moon
episode S1.E9 june 2013Bea is buoyed by the inmate's support, while Jacs's power further diminishes and Vera and Fletch's date comes to a humiliating end.Checkmate
episode S1.E10 july 2013The truth behind the riot is finally revealed and Bea confronts a killer leading to deadly consequences.Born Again
episode S2.E1 may 2014Three months after Jacs death, new arrival Joan Ferguson makes an enemy of Franky, while Bea discovers a new purpose.Whatever It Takes
episode S2.E2 may 2014Bea attempts to get revenge on Brayden by goading Harry into an act of violence, whilst Franky's determination to maintain power pushes her to extreme lengths.Boys in the Yard
episode S2.E3 june 2014Following the failure of Harry to avenge their daughter's death, Bea hatches a daring plot to lure Brayden Holt to the jail.The Danger Within
episode S2.E4 june 2014Bea faces down an assassination attempt from the Holt clan. While new inmates enter the compound.Twist the Knife
episode S2.E5 june 2014Bea discovers Simmo has a weakness she can exploit for her own ends. Meanwhile Fletch and Will face off in a confrontation that will end their friendship for good.The Pink Dragon
episode S2.E6 june 2014Simmo's attempt to kill Bea ends in tragedy, while Liz faces her greatest dilemma: to snitch or not to snitch.Metamorphosis
episode S2.E7 july 2014When Ferguson psychologically manipulates Vera she crosses a point of no return whilst Maxine orchestrates a desperate bid to see her spurned lover.Sins of the Mother
episode S2.E8 july 2014An isolated and paranoid Franky tries to uncover which inmate is leaking vital information to Ferguson.The Fixer
episode S2.E9 july 2014When Ferguson discovers Doreen is the pregnant prisoner, the Governor threatens to have Nash's parole revoked unless she lies about the father. Will is publicly accused of an inappropriate relationship with Bea.Jail Birds
episode S2.E10 july 2014Liz struggles to adjust to life on the outside and tries to reconnect with her estranged children. Meanwhile, Derek Channing tries to build his case against Ferguson.Into the Night
episode S2.E11 july 2014As Bea and Franky go to war for control of the prison, Bea puts her daring plan in motion. Meanwhile, Fletch is on a downward spiral of self-destructive behaviour as his final day at Wentworth looms.Fear Her
episode S2.E12 august 2014The extent of Bea's plan is revealed as she makes the final moves to avenge Debbie's death. Meanwhile Franky realises she is losing the support of the women and is forced to consider a deal.The Governor's Pleasure
episode S3.E1 april 2015Bea returns to Wentworth with a heavy charge over the murder of Braydon Holt, while Ferguson makes it clear that she owns Bea. Battle begins over the control of the prison.Failing Upwards
episode S3.E2 april 2015Liz makes a tough decision about her and her family. Franky loses someone close to her, while Bea asserts her dominance as top dog. While Fletch continues his rehab after being struck by a van.Knives Out
episode S3.E3 april 2015Franky's in trouble with her supply cut and her power base decimated, she's on her own when prisoners come after her to claim what they're owed.Righteous Acts
episode S3.E4 april 2015Liz's world is rocked with the arrival of a new prisoner. Franky commences her sessions with Bridget, and admits to a desire for revenge against Bea.Mercy
episode S3.E5 may 2015As Fletch readjusts to work life, Bea must forgo closely held morals as she engages in a secret plan to bring down Ferguson. Bea agrees to a visit with Kaz Proctor to demand she and her group stop committing violence in her name.Evidence
episode S3.E6 may 2015Ferguson is blindsided by Jodie's complaint to the ombudsman. Channing attempts damage control, but Jodie's accusations of brutality promise to be very damaging for the Governor.The Long Game
episode S3.E7 may 2015Bea is held in the psych unit and struggles to accept she had a psychotic episode. Franky is pushed to reveal her biggest secret.Goldfish
episode S3.E8 may 2015When Bea encourages Doreen to uncover the truth behind Ferguson's obsession with "Jianna", Ferguson's renewed interest in Doreen brings on labour.Freak Show
episode S3.E9 june 2015Bea's war with Ferguson comes to a head after Doreen returns from the hospital and tensions between Bea and those closest to her reach boiling point, as Vera finally learns the truth behind Jodie's injury after Bridget is forced to resign.A Higher Court
episode S3.E10 june 2015Franky's parole hearing is brought forward but it's not all smooth sailing as Franky deals with a jealous Kim. As Will finally learns the truth about who killed his wife and Ferguson's plan to set up several inmates falters.The Living and the Dead
episode S3.E11 june 2015When Bea uses her alliance with Fletch to drive a wedge between Vera and Ferguson, her actions set in motion an unstoppable chain of events.Blood and Fire
episode S3.E12 june 2015The walls are closing in on Ferguson - who will survive the final showdown?First Blood
episode S4.E1 may 2016The women of H Block return to Wentworth after the fire to find a new dynamic in play - Vera is now governor, Will is deputy and Kaz Proctor has established a power base, and 'The Freak' returns to Wentworth.Poking Spiders
episode S4.E2 may 2016Ferguson launches a campaign to be released into the general prison population regardless of her peril and Kaz organises for the inmates to protest for conjugal visits.Prisoner
episode S4.E3 may 2016Against Vera's wishes, Ferguson is released into general population. The women are out for blood but Vera confines Ferguson to her cell for safety reasons. As always, Ferguson has an end game but will she live to accomplish it?Screw Lover
episode S4.E4 may 2016Ferguson strengthens her alliance with Kaz by painting Will as an abuser and Bea as a 'screw-lover', while Maxine receives a devastating diagnosis.Love and Hate
episode S4.E5 june 2016With Bea in the slot, Ferguson seeks to strengthen her hold over Kaz by manipulating acting top dog, Maxine into an act of extreme violence. Bea and Allie bond while in neighbouring slots.Divide and Conquer
episode S4.E6 june 2016When a young Koori inmate Tasha is subjected to 'prison justice' for pushing the panic button, Doreen shocks everyone by turning her back on Bea.Panic Button
episode S4.E7 june 2016Bea holds a vote among the inmates to determine if there should be a top dog in the prison. Ferguson finds out that there is a surprise witness for Jesper.Plan Bea
episode S4.E8 june 2016A clandestine affair heats up, but neither party knows their every move is being watched. Maxine undergoes a procedure away from the prison.Afterlife
episode S4.E9 july 2016Bea has trouble recovering after her attack. Ferguson returns from hospital and is immediately placed under supervision in a medical hold.Smitten
episode S4.E10 july 2016Bea discovers Allie has fallen back into drug addiction. Franky pursues Shayne in the hope of exposing Ferguson's plan to undermine her trial and secure her release from Wentworth.Eleventh Hour
episode S4.E11 july 2016Jake is nervous after a $90k payment is missed, as Bea tries to protect Allie from her decision to lag on Tina as Bea is forced to step down, while Shayne confronts a drug effected Will Jackson at a nightclub.Seeing Red
episode S4.E12 july 2016Bea scrambles to get a step ahead of Ferguson, who's scheming as the trial approaches. Maxine continues chemotherapy. Liz believes Sonia is innocent.Scars
episode S5.E1 april 2017The women and staff of Wentworth are reeling in the aftermath of Bea Smith's murder in a new era for the prison. While Vera has to set up a member of staff to take the heat away from herself.The Bitch Is Back
episode S5.E2 april 2017Franky's trapped by her past, Vera takes desperate measures to foil Ferguson's self defence plea, Liz starts to regret her decision to testify against Sonia.Nothing But the Truth
episode S5.E3 april 2017Liz goes to Court to give her statement against Sonia and her defence is torn to shreds by Sonia's defence team and Franky continues her mission to find Mike's killer.Loose Ends
episode S5.E4 april 2017While Liz languishes back in Wentworth waiting for Don to come to her rescue, Sonia is a free woman, and Franky plans her escape.Belly of the Beast
episode S5.E5 may 2017Franky's escape plan could have fatal consequences and Liz is forced to take drastic measures to protect herself.Happy Birthday, Vera
episode S5.E6 may 2017The women become frustrated with the Top Dog's lack of action against Lucy, and Vera receives a birthday present she will never forget.The Pact
episode S5.E7 may 2017Will tries to set up a trap to end the drug supply in the prison with help from Kaz and Allie. While Doreen receives a happy ending when she gets her parole.Think Inside the Box
episode S5.E8 may 2017Franky's escape plan derails her relationship with Bridget, Sonia unleashes on Liz, and Will makes a shocking discovery.Snakehead
episode S5.E9 may 2017Will sets out to expose Jake, forcing Vera to make a choice; Franky engages help from the outside, while the net tightens around Liz.Mere Anarchy
episode S5.E10 june 2017Franky faces danger from an unexpected source, Ferguson pulls strings to sideline Vera, and Liz goes to extreme lengths to try to get a confession from Sonia.Coup de Grace
episode S5.E11 june 2017Ferguson delivers Vera her coup de grace, unleashing unforeseen consequences; Franky's escape plans are waylaid when Kaz persuades her to join forces to bring down the Freak.Hell Bent
episode S5.E12 june 2017Franky and Allie put their escape plan into action, Liz takes desperate measures to protect herself, and Ferguson suspects she's living on borrowed time.Clean Slate
episode S6.E1 june 2018Franky fights to prove her innocence, while the aftermath of the escape drives the staff into conflict.The Boxer
episode S6.E2 june 2018Franky finds the evidence she was seeking and acts on it. Ruby is recruited into fighting against her will. Allie learns some new information. Jake makes an unexpected decision about how to move forward with Vera.Bleed Out
episode S6.E3 july 2018After being shot Franky seeks Bridget's help but the police net is tightening and time is running out. Meanwhile, Kaz faces her toughest challenge when she warns Kosta to stop fight club, but that doesn't stop Ruby from fighting.Winter Is Here
episode S6.E4 july 2018Marie Winter arrives; Sonia makes a deal with Vera and the workshop is reopened. Will cracks under pressure as he confesses to Jake that he buried Joan alive.Bitter Pill
episode S6.E5 july 2018When Jake saves Liz's life in a selfless act, Vera is forced to reassess her opinion of him.Angel of Wentworth
episode S6.E6 july 2018As Sonia tries to spin her 'Angel of Wentworth' PR into an innocence campaign, her past crimes threaten to derail her - and it could be fatal.The Edge
episode S6.E7 july 2018When Sonia is refused entry into Protection, she goes on the attack, setting up a plan to discredit Kaz's position as Top Dog. With Marie onside, they set a scheme in motion, which may have drastic repercussions for Allie.Lovers and Fighters
episode S6.E8 august 2018Ruby's personal information becomes knowledge and Allie convinces her to play it safe. Meanwhile Marie has a lead on who killed her son.Shallow Grave
episode S6.E9 august 2018Will unburdens his problem to Vera, but still loses it. Boomer decides to fight in a boxing match. Rita plays a dangerous game over her cover with Marie. Jake, Will and Vera make a decision.Fractured
episode S6.E10 august 2018Marie discovers that Liz may have witnessed the attack on Cherry Li and tries to protect her from Drago. Meanwhile, Vera, Will and Jake face a blackmail threat - someone else knows the dark secret they are protecting.Indelible Ink
episode S6.E11 august 2018Drago discovers the truth behind Marie's son's death, as a disgraced Channing tries to manipulate Vera and Will into giving him his old job as governor back.Showdown
episode S6.E12 september 2018The police close in on Vera, Will and Jake. While Rita takes drastic action to protect her sister.Blood Wedding
episode S7.E1 may 20193 months have passed and Rita is finally released from the slot, with both Rita and Marie receiving 15 year sentences. A junkie takes Vera hostage which makes her rethink her governorship, and Rita suffers a tragic loss.Payback
episode S7.E2 june 2019Rita and Kaz form an alliance to bring down Marie, whilst Jake's jealously toward Vera is apparent as she forms a bond with Greg. The position of Deputy Governor is reassigned to officer Linda Miles.Atonement
episode S7.E3 june 2019Kaz begins a journey of self discovery and atonement, while Linda Miles begins her tenure as acting deputy. Former Walford officer Sean Brody is transferred to Wentworth.Karen
episode S7.E4 june 2019Kaz makes amends with her past, as Rita has to deal with Stang's threats to expose her. While Liz is made to stay silent as Sean helps to get a dead body out of the prison as Linda realises she could lose her job over it.Ascension
episode S7.E5 june 2019Wentworth is in shock as they mourn Kaz's death and the following investigation brings staff to a head and inmates to breaking point when they have to vote in a new Top Dog.Mother
episode S7.E6 july 2019The Prisoners tensions are still extremely high, as Marie learns the truth about the death of her son. While Boomer has some long awaited catching up to do, with her mother.Bad Blood
episode S7.E7 july 2019Ruby fights for her life as Marie continues to manipulate Will. Linda works doubles as she's in debt $20,000 as Vera takes Rita to see Ruby against governors orders.Protection
episode S7.E8 july 2019Marie's fall from grace continues her protector wants her silenced for good. Linda struggles after being manipulated by Sean, and Liz meets her son for the first time in years.Under Siege Pt 1
episode S7.E9 july 2019Liz makes a desperate attempt to see her son, whilst Jake learns of Linda's $20,000 debt. Marie makes a bold plan to be exonerated for her crimes but things take a dramatic turn that could change Wentworth forever.Under Siege Pt 2
episode S7.E10 july 2019The lives of officers and prisoners remain in the balance as the siege comes to a violent and bloody end. Lives are changed forever Wentworth will never be the same, ever again.Resurrection
episode S8.E1 july 2020After the siege many of the prisoners and officers struggle to rebuild their lives with the horror they endured, as the new General Manager deals with the fallout of the siege, an old Top Dog reenters the compound, the legendary Lou Kelly.Ends and Means
episode S8.E2 august 2020With Marie being made the scapegoat for the siege she makes a desperate attempt to get into general, as Ruby fights for her innocence when an allegation is lodged against her, while Boomer continues her collision course with Lou.Enemy of the State
episode S8.E3 august 2020With a new arrival Judy Bryant entering the prison, she shakes things up for the inmates and staff alike. While Marie confronts her demons with a session with Dr Miller.Revenant
episode S8.E4 august 2020News of Ferguson's survival makes waves through the entire prison as the police piece together how she survived as the protection unit is forced to close Allie refuses to guarantee the safety of those inmates.Fallout
episode S8.E5 august 2020Judy incurs the wrath of Ann through Linda after she sabotages her presentation, while Allie is nervous when she has to contend with Lou's army of supporters and Ruby goes on the hunt to find Rita.Fugitive
episode S8.E6 september 2020Rita makes the ultimate sacrifice for Ruby, while Will clashes with Ann over day-to-day management of the prison, as Ferguson returns to Wentworth much to the dismay of inmates and staff.Battle Lines
episode S8.E7 september 2020On the edge of breaking point Allie finally faces Ferguson in an intense confrontation that brings back memories from years past. As Judy's father rejects her, she snaps with dangerous consequences.Goldfish, Part 2
episode S8.E8 september 2020The Prison remains on lockdown after Ann's attack, Joan continues treatment with Dr Miller, and the inmates are at breaking point resulting in a riot, as Linda suffers a flashback to the siege.Monster
episode S8.E9 september 2020Reb and Lou are rocked by a blast from the past with cult leader Sheila coming into the compound. Ferguson awaits news of her committal hearing as Vera enlists Allie to help her with devastating consequences.The Enemy Within
episode S8.E10 september 2020Vera makes a dangerous plan to bring down Ferguson, while Lou is on the warpath and is out for blood, as Allie realises her time as Top Dog is running out and Linda threatens to sue the department.Rogue
episode S9.E1 august 2021Allie returns to Wentworth.Marie enlists the help of Sheila to help take out Lou with tragic unforeseen circumstances. Boomer is asked to step up as top dog, while Sheila's case is closed when Reb and Lou lie to the police.Requiem
episode S9.E2 august 2021Marie and Lou become allies to bring down a monster with retribution coming at a deadly price. Rita and Ruby say an emotional goodbye to their father.The Ties That Bind
episode S9.E3 september 2021A furious Ann calls a meeting about the 'systemic mismanagement' under Will Jackson's governorship. Rita returns to Wentworth a broken woman, while Marie lies for Will about their affair to a committee.Judas Kiss
episode S9.E4 september 2021Judy crosses Ann yet again when a cruel prank backfires on her, while Eve Wilder makes an entrance with waves when she recognises Joan from her time at Blackmoore almost a decade ago.The Unknown Terrorist
episode S9.E5 september 2021Ann is furious to learn that salacious content is being filmed in the prison and orders strip searches as a result. Judy is finally exposed as Allie's attacker and faces the wrath of the inmates. Ferguson fuels Eve's Jake obsession.One Eye Open
episode S9.E6 september 2021With a dangerous plan that could bring down the prison Lou and Judy team up as Eve's obsession over Jake ends with Linda Miles making one of the most shocking discoveries of her career.Collateral
episode S9.E7 october 2021The staff are put on notice after a Rita lags to Will about Lou's threat to the officers. Gavin and Boomer's camera plan finally unravels when Gavin is caught out by Linda. Rita fears Marie may tell everyone about her past.The Abyss
episode S9.E8 october 2021Evidence comes back to haunt Joan when the passports in her plan are found by the police. While tensions with the inmates reach an all time high when Rita's past is finally exposed to all the womenThe Reckoning
episode S9.E9 october 2021Joan surprises everyone when she pleads guilty in court to all her crimes. Marie's redemption comes in a horrific way. As Judy learns she was set up by the NSO, she wants the plan cancelled, but Lou has other plans.Legacy
episode S9.E10 october 2021In Wentworth's final hours the survivors of the prison explosion try and make their way to safety as Lou's plan comes to a head. Wentworth's staff and inmates look to their futures as the prison lays in ruins before them.
- No Place Like Home
- Fly Me Away
- The Girl Who Waited
- The Things We Do
- The Velvet Curtain
- Captive
- Something Dies
- Mind Games
- To the Moon
- Checkmate
- Born Again
- Whatever It Takes
- Boys in the Yard
- The Danger Within
- Twist the Knife
- The Pink Dragon
- Metamorphosis
- Sins of the Mother
- The Fixer
- Jail Birds
- Into the Night
- Fear Her
- The Governor's Pleasure
- Failing Upwards
- Knives Out
- Righteous Acts
- Mercy
- Evidence
- The Long Game
- Goldfish
- Freak Show
- A Higher Court
- The Living and the Dead
- Blood and Fire
- First Blood
- Poking Spiders
- Prisoner
- Screw Lover
- Love and Hate
- Divide and Conquer
- Panic Button
- Plan Bea
- Afterlife
- Smitten
- Eleventh Hour
- Seeing Red
- Scars
- The Bitch Is Back
- Nothing But the Truth
- Loose Ends
- Belly of the Beast
- Happy Birthday, Vera
- The Pact
- Think Inside the Box
- Snakehead
- Mere Anarchy
- Coup de Grace
- Hell Bent
- Clean Slate
- The Boxer
- Bleed Out
- Winter Is Here
- Bitter Pill
- Angel of Wentworth
- The Edge
- Lovers and Fighters
- Shallow Grave
- Fractured
- Indelible Ink
- Showdown
- Blood Wedding
- Payback
- Atonement
- Karen
- Ascension
- Mother
- Bad Blood
- Protection
- Under Siege Pt 1
- Under Siege Pt 2
- Resurrection
- Ends and Means
- Enemy of the State
- Revenant
- Fallout
- Fugitive
- Battle Lines
- Goldfish, Part 2
- Monster
- The Enemy Within
- Rogue
- Requiem
- The Ties That Bind
- Judas Kiss
- The Unknown Terrorist
- One Eye Open
- Collateral
- The Abyss
- The Reckoning
- Legacy
Best moments10
- Ruby fights for her life as Marie continues to manipulate Will. Linda works doubles as she's in debt $20,000 as Vera takes Rita to see Ruby against governors orders.
- Bea feels threatened when Harry says he may not be able to deal with their daughter any longer. Vera's mother reveals a long standing lie to the staff.
- When Ferguson psychologically manipulates Vera she crosses a point of no return whilst Maxine orchestrates a desperate bid to see her spurned lover.
- With Marie being made the scapegoat for the siege she makes a desperate attempt to get into general, as Ruby fights for her innocence when an allegation is lodged against her, while Boomer continues her collision course with Lou.
- Liz makes a desperate attempt to see her son, whilst Jake learns of Linda's $20,000 debt. Marie makes a bold plan to be exonerated for her crimes but things take a dramatic turn that could change Wentworth forever.
- The Prison remains on lockdown after Ann's attack, Joan continues treatment with Dr Miller, and the inmates are at breaking point resulting in a riot, as Linda suffers a flashback to the siege.
- Judy incurs the wrath of Ann through Linda after she sabotages her presentation, while Allie is nervous when she has to contend with Lou's army of supporters and Ruby goes on the hunt to find Rita.
- Drago discovers the truth behind Marie's son's death, as a disgraced Channing tries to manipulate Vera and Will into giving him his old job as governor back.
- Will unburdens his problem to Vera, but still loses it. Boomer decides to fight in a boxing match. Rita plays a dangerous game over her cover with Marie. Jake, Will and Vera make a decision.
- Ferguson delivers Vera her coup de grace, unleashing unforeseen consequences; Franky's escape plans are waylaid when Kaz persuades her to join forces to bring down the Freak.
- Bad Blood
- Captive
- Metamorphosis
- Ends and Means
- Under Siege Pt 1
- Goldfish, Part 2
- Fallout
- Indelible Ink
- Shallow Grave
- Coup de Grace