Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi Tease Steamy 'Wuthering Heights' Adaptation

The stars' sultry photo shoot sparks controversy over the film's racy content.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 4:55pm

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Actors Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi have released a provocative photo shoot teasing their upcoming adaptation of the classic novel 'Wuthering Heights'. The images, captured in Beverly Hills, show the co-stars in alluring poses that have already generated buzz about the film's sexual content.

Why it matters

Emily Brontë's 1847 novel 'Wuthering Heights' is considered a literary masterpiece, but the new film adaptation appears to be taking a much more explicit approach that has some critics concerned about staying true to the source material.

The details

In the photo shoot, Robbie is seen wearing a fiery red leather mini dress with a bustier top, while Elordi dons white pants and a gray plaid blazer. Teasers for the film have focused heavily on the passionate relationship between the characters of Catherine and Heathcliff, played by Robbie and Elordi respectively, hinting at a more sensual interpretation of the classic story.

  • The photo shoot took place on Wednesday in Beverly Hills.

The players

Margot Robbie

An acclaimed Australian actress known for films like 'The Wolf of Wall Street' and 'I, Tonya'.

Jacob Elordi

A rising young actor who has starred in projects like 'Euphoria' and 'The Kissing Booth'.

Emily Brontë

The renowned 19th century English novelist who wrote the original 'Wuthering Heights' novel.

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What’s next

The film adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights' is expected to be released later this year, though an exact premiere date has not yet been announced.

The takeaway

This new 'Wuthering Heights' adaptation appears to be taking a much more sensual and provocative approach compared to previous interpretations of the classic novel. While some may welcome a more modern and daring take on the material, others are concerned that the racy content could overshadow the story's literary merits.