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Wuthering Heights’ Opens No. 1 With About $83 Million Worldwide

A female‑skewing Valentine’s turnout lifted the film to a strong debut, while mixed exit polls leave its staying power riding on upcoming overseas releases.

Overview

  • Industry tallies put the four‑day domestic haul at roughly $38 million after a $34.8 million three‑day start, securing the weekend’s top spot.
  • International ticket sales are estimated at about $45 million, bringing the global opening to roughly $83 million, which is near the reported $80 million production budget before marketing.
  • PostTrak data shows approximately 76% of U.S. opening‑weekend moviegoers were women, and the film earned a B CinemaScore with about half of viewers saying they would definitely recommend it.
  • Critical reception is divided, with a critics’ score in the low‑60s on Rotten Tomatoes, while audience sentiment is notably higher.
  • Warner Bros.’ campaign leaned on a Charli XCX companion soundtrack and high‑profile press for stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, as debates over the adaptation and casting continued; Japan and Vietnam open on Feb. 27 and China on March 13.