Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi to star in Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of Wuthering Heights

Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi have been cast as Cathy and Heathcliff in Wuthering Heights.

Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi are set to lead Emerald Fennell’s upcoming film adaptation of Wuthering Heights, based on Emily Brontë’s iconic novel. According to Deadline, the Australian stars will portray the complex characters of Cathy and Heathcliff in this new take on the literary classic, which is currently in pre-production and expected to begin filming in the UK in 2025.

Jacob Elordi, who previously worked with Fennell in Saltburn, will follow in the footsteps of actors like Tom Hardy and Ralph Fiennes to bring Heathcliff to life. Margot Robbie, fresh off the success of Barbie and her upcoming role in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, will star as Cathy. The casting news has generated excitement among fans, particularly given the actors' reputations for delivering intense performances.

Emerald Fennell, who rose to fame with Promising Young Woman and the recent Saltburn, is known for her bold storytelling and distinctive cinematic style. While it's unclear whether Fennell will opt for a traditional adaptation, her use of a famous quote from Brontë's novel — "Be with me always — Take any form — Drive me mad" — in an early illustration suggests a close connection to the source material.

As anticipation builds, fans of Brontë's Gothic tale will have to wait for more details. The project is expected to explore the timeless themes of love, revenge, and obsession central to Wuthering Heights.