“Wuthering Heights Earns $77M Globally in Opening Weekend”
Wuthering Heights, the latest film adaptation featuring Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie, achieved remarkable success during its opening weekend. The film grossed approximately $76.8 million globally, equivalent to £56 million or A$108 million.
Box Office Performance Breakdown
Emerald Fennell’s reimagining of the classic novel by Emily Brontë made a substantial $34.8 million in North America. This was accumulated across 3,682 locations and sets the record as the largest opening weekend of the year to date. Although this figure fell short of initial projections of $40 million to $50 million for the U.S. and Canada, Warner Bros. anticipates that it will still reach around $40 million following the President’s Day long weekend.
- North American Box Office: $34.8 million
- International Box Office: $42 million from 76 territories
- Opening Weekend Total: $76.8 million
- Projected Total by Monday: $82 million
A Strong International Showing
Internationally, Wuthering Heights surpassed expectations. The film’s performance was particularly notable in Australia, generating $4.3 million (A$6.07 million) in its first weekend, attributed partly to the star power of Robbie and Elordi.
Despite the overall success, audience reception has been mixed. Polling from PostTrak indicated that 76% of ticket buyers were women, with only 51% of the opening weekend audience willing to recommend the film to others. The film currently holds a 63% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a B CinemaScore.
Future Projections
With upcoming releases in Japan and Vietnam on February 27, followed by a launch in China on March 13, Wuthering Heights has the potential to continue its box office success. The film’s total earnings are already expected to cover its reported $80 million production budget, excluding marketing costs.
Warner Bros. Continued Success
This film marks Warner Bros.’ ninth consecutive No. 1 opening, following a successful 2025 slate that featured titles such as A Minecraft Movie and Final Destination Bloodlines. The studio is also recognized as a competitor at this year’s Oscars with films like Sinners and One Battle After Another.
Market Context
While Wuthering Heights performed well, the broader market saw a diverse range of films. GOAT, an animated feature, secured $26 million in its opening weekend, projected to reach $32 million over the four-day holiday. In third place, the thriller Crime 101 earned approximately $15.1 million, but still faces challenges in achieving its production budget above $90 million.
As Warner Bros. navigates an evolving landscape, the strong debut of Wuthering Heights reinforces its position amidst competitive releases and changing market dynamics.
