Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ Tops Box Office, Driven by Women
Emerald Fennell’s interpretation of “Wuthering Heights” has captivated audiences, particularly women, driving strong ticket sales. The film, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, led the box office with an impressive $34.8 million during its opening weekend in North America.
Box Office Performance
This Warner Bros. release not only secured the top spot but also emerged as the year’s biggest opening film. By the end of the Presidents Day holiday weekend, predictions suggest total earnings could reach around $40 million from 3,682 theaters.
Audience Demographics
- 76% of ticket buyers were women.
- The film’s best day for ticket sales was Saturday, accounting for $14 million.
International Success
“Wuthering Heights” is also doing remarkably well overseas, with expectations of earning an additional $42 million across 76 international territories. This could bring the film’s total global earnings to approximately $82 million.
Upcoming Releases and Competition
The film’s theatrical run is set to expand, with significant openings planned in Japan and Vietnam on February 27, 2026, and in China on March 13, 2026.
The romantic drama faced competition from new films, but it outperformed them easily. Other movies debuted the same weekend, such as the animated feature “GOAT” and the heist thriller “Crime 101,” which fell significantly behind in ticket sales.
Critical Reception
Despite its box office success, critical reactions have been mixed. The film holds a 63% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and only 51% of the opening weekend audience indicated they would likely recommend it to others. It received a B CinemaScore, indicating a sluggish audience reaction.
Market Insights
Industry analyst Paul Dergarabedian noted that the weekend’s performance was solid but not groundbreaking, especially compared to past Valentine’s Day weekends dominated by superhero films or significant romantic dramas like “Fifty Shades of Grey.”
Top 5 Box Office Rankings
| Rank | Film Title | Weekend Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wuthering Heights | $34.8 million |
| 2 | GOAT | $26 million |
| 3 | Crime 101 | $15.1 million |
| 4 | Send Help | $9 million |
| 5 | Solo Mio | $6.4 million |
The box office landscape is set for further shifts as more films prepare for release throughout the coming weeks. With strong titles like “Wuthering Heights” leading the charge, the industry looks poised for growth.
