The highly anticipated film adaptation of the classic novel “Wuthering Heights,” directed by Emerald Fennell and starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, is preparing for its arrival on streaming platforms.

HBO Max officially announced that the romantic drama, which you have already generated buzz for both its daring style and commercial success, will be available on the service starting May 1.

The following day, May 2, the film will premiere on HBO's linear channel. In an even move, an exclusive version with American Sign Language (ASL) will also be released on HBO Max that same day, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

A box office and critical phenomenon

Produced by Warner Bros. and based on Emily Bronte's masterpiece published in 1847, the film arrived in theaters on February 13th and grossed over $240 million worldwide, establishing itself as one of the most profitable releases in the genre so far this year.

The cast, in addition to Robbie and Elordi, includes names like Hong Chau, Shazad Latif, Alison Oliver, Martin Clunes, and Ewan Mitchell.

The film was directed and written by Fennell, known for her work on “Promising Young Woman,” who also serves as a producer alongside Margot Robbie and Josey McNamara as part of the collaboration between LuckyChap and MRC.

In the story, Robbie plays Catherine Earnshaw, while Jacob Elordi portrays the tormented Heathcliff. The story follows the couple's destructive and passionate relationship, marked by obsession, jealousy, and revenge in the gloomy residence that gives the novel its title. Margot Robbie remains one of Hollywood's most established actresses. Her recent work includes her role alongside Colin Farrell in Sony's 2025 film, "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey." Meanwhile, Jacob Elordi currently stars in the third season of HBO's hit series, "Euphoria." and is preparing to appear on the big screen this year with “The Dog Stars,” the new project by renowned director Ridley Scott.