: The hooded figure digging the grave is revealed to be Will Jackson , who takes ultimate justice into his own hands. The season ends with Ferguson screaming in the dark, staring at a drawing of Bea Smith pinned to the inside of her coffin.
The season begins with the prison reeling from Bea Smith’s murder at the end of Season 4. Governor faces intense scrutiny from Corrective Services and relies heavily on her deputy, Jake Stewart , unaware that he is actually Ferguson's puppet. Allie Novak , devastated by Bea’s death, is consumed by a need for revenge against Ferguson . The Rise of Joan Ferguson Wentworth - Season 5
In the finale, Franky and Allie attempt to escape by hiding in the garden boxes. However, the plan shifts into a trap for Ferguson . stays behind, convincing Jake (who is now guilt-ridden) to trick Ferguson into using one of the boxes for her own "escape". : The hooded figure digging the grave is
: Franky Doyle is framed for the murder of Mike Pennisi and sent back to Wentworth. While inside, she spends the season trying to clear her name and planning a daring escape. Governor faces intense scrutiny from Corrective Services and
