Fall in love — again and again. The eerie words of the teaser trailer, sung over the revelry of pre-Victorian England and images of the dark and windswept Yorkshire moors, have set a new tone for Emily Brontë’s classic work. Filled with intensity and passion, “Wuthering Heights” (2026) promises to both heighten and challenge everything audiences thought they knew about the gothic love story.
Starring Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi as the mysterious Heathcliff, the film already has fans debating whether this adaptation will honor or upend the source material. Whatever the case, it’s sure to be a thrilling ride!
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Everything You Should Know Before Seeing Wuthering Heights (2026)
The original novel “Wuthering Heights” was written by Emily Brontë and published in 1847 under her pseudonym, Ellis Bell. Emily was the youngest of the three Brontë sisters, each of whom penned what would go on to be literary classics. Not to be confused with Jane Austen, who wrote “Pride and Prejudice” and “Emma” three decades earlier, Emily crafted a singular gothic novel of passion and vengeance that scandalized Victorian readers.
Like many great works of literature, “Wuthering Heights” has attracted filmmakers for nearly as long as film has existed as an art. In fact, the first adaptation was a silent film in 1920. The next adaptation was directed by William Wyler in 1939. Starring Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon, it became a Hollywood classic, but it famously only covered the first half of Brontë’s novel.
Most recently, an adaptation came out in 1992 with Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche, followed by another by director David Skynner in 1998, and another directed by Andrea Arnold in 2011, starring Kaya Scodelario and James Howson. On the small screen, MTV released a modern version in 2003, and in 2009, ITV also released a miniseries starring Tom Hardy and Charlotte Riley.
Click below to stream the previous versions:
- “Wuthering Heights” (1939): PLEX
- “Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights” (1992): Pluto TV
- “Wuthering Heights” (1998): Pluto TV, Prime Video
- “Wuthering Heights” (2003): YouTube, Apple TV, Google Play
- “Wuthering Heights” (2009): Prime Video
- “Wuthering Heights” (2011): Pluto TV
In 2026, director Emerald Fennel will blur the lines between love and obsession in her all-new version starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. With so much history behind the source material and its adaptations — plus the internet chaos surrounding the film — we at StreamSafely simply cannot wait to see what the new film has in store!
Book Plot (Spoilers)
Emily Brontë’s “Wuthering Heights” is told largely through flashbacks as the current housekeeper, Nelly Dean, recounts the sordid history of two families connected to the isolated farmhouse called Wuthering Heights.
The story begins when Mr. Earnshaw takes in a dark-skinned orphan boy, naming him Heathcliff. The boy and Earnshaw’s daughter, Catherine, form an intense bond. Mr. Earnshaw’s son, Hindley, however, develops bitter jealousy toward Heathcliff, who has become his father’s favorite.
After Mr. Earnshaw’s death, Hindley inherits Wuthering Heights and systematically degrades Heathcliff, forcing him to work as a servant. Despite this cruelty, Catherine and Heathcliff remain devoted to each other, roaming the moors together as wild, untamed companions.
What follows is a dark and emotionally charged chain of events, unfolding over many years, set in motion by love, pride, and betrayal, as lives become entangled across generations and long-buried grudges refuse to stay buried. Obsession blurs the line between devotion and destruction, secrets quietly shape the future, and the consequences of one passionate bond ripple outward in unexpected ways—until the story builds toward a haunting reckoning that lingers long after the final page.
Director: Emerald Fennell
Director Emerald Fennell initially gained recognition as an actress, appearing in period dramas including “Anna Karenina” (2012) alongside Kiera Knightley and “The Danish Girl” (2015). She even earned an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Camilla Parker Bowles in Netflix’s “The Crown” (2019-2020).
Transitioning from acting, Fennell’s directorial breakthrough came with “Promising Young Woman” (2020), a revenge thriller starring Carey Mulligan that earned five Academy Award nominations and won Best Original Screenplay. Her follow-up, the gothic thriller “Saltburn” (2023) starring Barry Keoghan and Jacob Elordi — who now stars in “Wuthering Heights” — garnered critical attention for its depth and critique of societal norms, especially among the upper class.
Movie Plot
Surrounded by the dark chill of the desolate Yorkshire moors, the fire of two star-crossed lovers consumes everything it touches. But when society’s cruel hierarchies tear them apart, the lust for vengeance sets in motion a cycle of destruction that will haunt two generations and reshape the meaning of eternal devotion.
Genre
“Wuthering Heights” (2026) is currently tagged in IMDb as Drama and Romance. However, given the trailer and director Emerald Fennell’s reputation from recent works, the movie seems to be taking on a darker tone and may bleed into the realm of Psychological Drama and Thriller.
Runtime
There is no official runtime yet for “Wuthering Heights” (2026), but the more recent feature film adaptations — as well as Fennell’s other directorial works — tend to be around 2 hours.
Rating
Director Emerald Fennell has many R-rated films in her portfolio, and “Wuthering Heights” is expected to join them with Strong Adult Language, Sexual Content, and even Graphic Nudity, a la “Saltburn” (2023).
Theatrical Release Date
“Wuthering Heights” will be released to theaters on February 13, 2026, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Streaming Options
“Wuthering Heights” will arrive exclusively in theaters. Following its theatrical run, StreamSafely’s online movie database will provide up-to-date information about authorized streaming services carrying the film once distribution details are announced.
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Wuthering Heights (2025) Official Trailer
On the wild Yorkshire moors, a forbidden connection ignites between Catherine Earnshaw and the mysterious Heathcliff. Immerse yourself in the drama and experience Warner Bros.’ first full trailer for the all-new film!
Cast & Crew
Wuthering Heights (2026) assembles a talented ensemble to bring Emily Brontë’s gothic romance to life, led by Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. Robbie first gained fame through “The Wolf of Wall Street” (2013) and earned Academy Award nominations for her performances in “I, Tonya” (2017) and “Bombshell” (2019). Most recently, she played the titular character in “Barbie” (2023), which grossed over $1.4 billion worldwide.
Jacob Elordi rose to prominence through Netflix’s “The Kissing Booth” franchise and HBO’s “Euphoria”(2019-2022), earning a BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in “Saltburn” (2023) and additional acclaim for his role as Elvis Presley in “Priscilla” (2023). He also just underwent an acclaimed on-screen transformation as the Creature in Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein” (2025).
Check out the list below to see which other actors will be taking Brontë’s characters to the big screen:
- Margot Robbie: Catherine Earnshaw
- Jacob Elordi: Heathcliff
- Alison Oliver: Isabella Linton
- Martin Clunes: Mr. Earnshaw
- Hong Chau: Nelly Dean
- Shazad Latif: Edgar Linton
- Charlotte Mellington: Young Catherine
- Owen Cooper: Young Heathcliff
- Vy Nguyen: Young Nelly Dean
The crew includes:
- Director: Emerald Fennell
- Writers: Emerald Fennell, based on the novel by Emily Brontë
- Executive Producer: Sara Desmond
- Composer: Anthony Wills
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, MRC, Lie Still, LuckyChap Entertainment
How To Stream Wuthering Heights (2026)
As the premiere approaches, the StreamSafely team is eager to see what Emerald Fennell’s “Wuthering Heights” has in store, no matter what form it ultimately takes. After its theatrical run, stay tuned to find out where you can watch the film online and fall in love — again and again.
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