“Wuthering Heights Set for $70M-$80M Worldwide Box Office Debut”
The highly anticipated adaptation of “Wuthering Heights” is set for a remarkable box office debut, projected to gross between $70 million and $80 million worldwide. Warner Bros. secured distribution rights for $80 million, outperforming a $150 million bid from Netflix. Starring Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie, the film’s release aligns with Elordi’s recent Best Supporting Oscar nomination for Netflix’s “Frankenstein.” This marks Emerald Fennell’s first major studio release since winning an Oscar for “Promising Young Woman.”
Box Office Projections
Opening on February 17, 2026, “Wuthering Heights” will be available in approximately 3,600 locations across the United States. Analysts predict a domestic box office of $40 million to $50 million across the four-day Presidents Day weekend. Additionally, it is expected to earn another $30 million from 11,600 screens in 79 international territories.
- Global Screen Count: 18,000
- U.S. Screen Count: 3,600
- International Territory Count: 79
Target Demographics
The film is notably popular among women over 25, with tracking indicating strong interest among women under 25 as well. Its projected performance is comparable to previous popular films such as “Fifty Shades Darker,” which earned $46.6 million during its opening weekend.
Critical Reception
Despite positive buzz, early reviews give “Wuthering Heights” a score of 71% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes. The film’s previews are scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. on opening day, adding to its overall exposure.
International and Local Releases
“Wuthering Heights” will be screened in major markets including France, Germany, Italy, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Spain, and the UK. The film benefits from various premium formats, including IMAX and Dolby Cinema, increasing its availability to an extensive audience.
As the competition heats up in the box office, other releases such as Sony Pictures Animation’s “Goat” and Amazon MGM Studios’ “Crime 101” present diverse options for moviegoers. “Goat,” featuring NBA star Stephen Curry, targets family audiences with an estimated $20 million for its opening. Meanwhile, “Crime 101,” headlined by Chris Hemsworth and Halle Berry, is expected to earn around $15 million.
Conclusion
The upcoming release of “Wuthering Heights” not only carries high expectations in box office performance but also highlights the strategic timing with Elordi’s growing stature in Hollywood. With significant market reach and positive early reception, all eyes will be on its opening weekend to see if it can meet its lofty projections of $70 million to $80 million worldwide.
