A fresh, full-length look at Emerald Fennell’s daring take on Wuthering Heights has arrived — and it’s already sparking conversation. The Saltburn filmmaker brings her unmistakable style to Emily Brontë’s classic novel, crafting a visually lush, emotionally explosive reimagining that pushes well beyond traditional period-drama boundaries.
The trailer introduces Margot Robbie as Catherine Earnshaw and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, first meeting as children on the wild moors before growing into two adults locked in a passionate, destructive bond. In one of the standout moments, Cathy asks Heathcliff what he’d do if he had wealth, to which he replies dryly: “Live in a big house, be cruel to my servants, take a wife.” It sets the tone for the film’s blend of dark humor and intense romantic torment.
Just as in Brontë’s novel, Cathy chooses to marry Edgar Linton (played by Shazad Latif) to protect her social status, leaving Heathcliff shattered and hungry for revenge. The trailer teases their spiraling love-hate relationship with moody rain-soaked embraces, emotional confrontations, and a new original track by Charli XCX — “Chains of Love” — part of a full companion album releasing alongside the film.
Visually, Fennell leans into her signature color-saturated, slightly anachronistic style. Fans will notice flashes of modern-influenced fashion and bold, theatrical staging layered over the raw, windswept backdrop of the Yorkshire moors.
The project has been surrounded by controversy since its announcement — from debates over Margot Robbie’s age for the role to discussions around Heathcliff’s ethnic background. And early test screenings reportedly left audiences divided, with some describing the film as shockingly audacious and emotionally intense.
Fennell, however, has been open about her fierce connection to the novel. Speaking earlier this year, she said the story affected her deeply when she first read it as a teenager, calling it a book that “cracked me open.” She also pointed to the story’s unsettling blend of obsession, cruelty, and longing — elements she seems unafraid to explore on screen.
With its bold tone, striking visuals, and unconventional soundtrack, Fennell’s Wuthering Heights is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases of early 2026.
The film hits cinemas on Valentine’s Day 2026.