Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi have been chosen to star in a new version of Wuthering Heights directed by Emerald Fennell. The talented director, who won an Oscar for her work on Promising Young Woman and Saltburn, hinted at the project on social media before it was confirmed by Deadline. Fennell shared a cryptic message on X, saying, “Be With Me Always. Take Any Form. Drive Me Mad.”
Robbie, fresh off her success in the box office hit Barbie, has previously worked with Fennell on her other films. Elordi, who gained fame from Saltburn, which was popular on Amazon in 2023, will join Robbie in this exciting new project. The details of Fennell’s unique take on Emily Brontë’s classic love story are still under wraps. The talented writer, director, and producer, who has also showcased her acting skills in The Crown, will bring her vision to life in this UK-based production scheduled to begin in 2025.
Wuthering Heights has been adapted into various forms over the years, including the 1939 film by William Wyler and the 2011 version by Andrea Arnold. The story follows the tumultuous relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine, portrayed by Elordi and Robbie in this upcoming adaptation. Robbie, through her production company LuckyChap, recently released the comedy My Old Ass and is gearing up to star alongside Ryan Gosling in an Ocean’s Eleven prequel. Additionally, she will grace the screen in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, a fantasy film featuring Colin Farrell.
Elordi, who is best known for his role in HBO’s hit series Euphoria, was most recently seen in On Swift Horses, a queer period drama with Daisy Edgar-Jones that premiered at the Toronto Film Festival. He is also set to appear in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Fans of classic literature and romantic dramas have much to anticipate with this new adaptation of Wuthering Heights. With a talented cast led by Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, under the direction of Emerald Fennell, this project is sure to captivate audiences and breathe new life into the beloved tale of love and tragedy. Stay tuned for more updates as the production progresses towards its anticipated release.