Thescreescore – Fans eager to revisit the tempestuous romance and gothic drama of Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights will soon have their chance, as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has officially announced its digital release. Following a compelling run at the global box office that saw it earn over $230 million, the highly anticipated adaptation is set to become available for home viewing, promising to reignite discussions surrounding its bold interpretation of Emily Brontë’s classic novel.
The critically divisive yet financially successful film, which first premiered on February 13, 2026, will make its digital debut across North America on March 31. Viewers can access the movie through various participating platforms, including Prime Video and Apple TV. For those who prefer a physical collection, Wuthering Heights will also be released on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on May 5. These physical editions are slated to include exclusive special features, notably a commentary track by writer, director, and producer Emerald Fennell, offering deeper insights into her creative process.
Fennell’s vision for Wuthering Heights, a narrative steeped in intense love, passion, revenge, and the rigidities of social class on the desolate Yorkshire Moors between 1771 and 1802, has been a significant talking point since its release. Starring Academy Award and BAFTA nominees Margot Robbie as Cathy and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, alongside an esteemed ensemble cast including Oscar nominee Hong Chau, Shazad Latif, Alison Oliver, BAFTA winner Martin Clunes, and Ewan Michell, the film’s opulent visuals and passionate performances have garnered both fervent praise and sharp criticism.
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The film’s reception underscores its polarizing nature, reflected in its Rotten Tomatoes scores: a 57% approval rating from critics contrasted with a more favorable 76% from audiences. While many critics lauded the "undeniable chemistry" between Robbie and Elordi, praising the film’s "dazzling visuals" and its "wildly sexy" aesthetic, others found it challenging, with some assessments famously declaring, "You’ll either hate it or lust it."
Director Emerald Fennell, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Emily Brontë’s original text as its foundation, articulated her interpretation of the timeless story. She emphasized the cyclical nature of love and profound human emotion, stating that the narrative "begins where it ends and ends where it begins." For Fennell, the essence of Wuthering Heights lies in the enduring, profound depths of human feeling, transcending mere physical existence and creating a continuous, inescapable cycle of passion and tragedy.
With a runtime of 136 minutes, this latest cinematic journey to the Heights, produced by Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley, Emerald Fennell, and Josey McNamara, promises to be a compelling addition to any film library. Whether you’re a devoted fan or curious to experience the adaptation that has sparked so much discussion, Wuthering Heights will be available to purchase digitally starting March 31.
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