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Robbie and Fennell Defend Wuthering Heights Casting as Feb. 13, 2026 Theatrical Release Stays on Track

In a Vogue interview, the creators clarify Cathy’s older age, signaling a more romantic approach than the provocative teasers suggested.

Overview

  • Margot Robbie plays Cathy opposite Jacob Elordi’s Heathcliff in Emerald Fennell’s stylized adaptation of Emily Brontë’s novel.
  • Fennell wrote and directed the film, with Robbie’s LuckyChap producing and a score by Charli XCX.
  • Robbie and Fennell used Robbie’s British Vogue cover story to address fan criticism of casting and aesthetics.
  • Fennell confirmed the film portrays Cathy in her mid‑20s to early 30s, and Robbie described the tone as sweeping and romantic.
  • Warner Bros. rolled out a sexually charged teaser on September 3 and a full trailer on November 13 ahead of the February 13, 2026 release.