Emerald Fennell’s upcoming adaptation of Wuthering Heights appears to remain true to the novel's 18th-century English setting. While a contemporary version could have offered intriguing reinterpretations of characters like Heathcliff, Fennell has opted for a more traditional approach, casting Margot Robbie as Catherine — a choice that raises eyebrows given the character's essence.
Wuthering Heights is one of literature's most tormented love stories, chronicling the troubled orphan and antihero Heathcliff and his doomed love for Catherine Earnshaw. The consequences of his obsessive affection lead to a tale steeped in revenge and social ambition.
Historically, there have been four major film adaptations of Emily Brontë’s novel, with the 1970 version featuring Timothy Dalton often regarded as the best. However, none have definitively captured the source material's depth. With Fennell’s recent successes in Promising Young Woman and Saltburn, expectations are high. Warner Bros has slated the film for a Valentine’s Day 2026 release, hinting at a potential Oscar qualifying run in late 2025.
