Wuthering Heights Wins Presidents’ Day Box Office

Los Angeles, CA – February 19, 2026 – In a February marketplace often considered quiet, Emerald Fennell’s provocative reimagining of Wuthering Heights has electrified theaters, claiming the No. 1 spot at the domestic box office for the Presidents’ Day weekend (February 13-16, 2026) with an impressive estimated $34.8 million over the three-day frame and around $40-41 million including the four-day holiday stretch. Globally, the film has already crossed $76-82 million (with some reports pushing toward $92 million worldwide as of mid-week), marking one of 2026’s strongest openings and positioning Fennell among the highest-grossing female directors for a single film launch.

Starring Margot Robbie as a fiercely passionate Cathy and Jacob Elordi as the brooding, magnetic Heathcliff, this Warner Bros./MRC release delivers a visceral, erotic, and modern twist on Emily Brontë’s 19th-century classic. Fennell—known for her Oscar-winning Promising Young Woman and sharp social commentary in Saltburn—amps up the gothic romance with intense emotional rawness, stunning visuals, and unapologetic sensuality. Early reviews highlight the film’s bold stylistic choices, from sweeping moorland cinematography to its exploration of obsession, class, and desire, though it has sparked debate for departing from the source material’s tone.

Box office trackers (including Box Office Mojo, The Numbers, and Wikipedia’s 2026 No. 1 films list) confirm Wuthering Heights outperformed expectations in a competitive slate. It debuted in over 3,682 theaters, averaging $9,451 per location domestically. Warner Bros. reports strong international performance ($42 million+ across 76 markets), helping the film recoup much of its reported $80 million production budget in its opening weekend alone—before marketing costs. This success validates the push for adult-oriented, star-driven dramas in a year dominated by franchises and animations.

Holdovers and fellow new releases felt the heat but performed solidly:

• Sony’s animated family comedy GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) opened strong in second place with around $26-27 million domestic (pushing its early total toward $38 million+), appealing to families with its humorous animal sports adventure.
• Amazon MGM’s action-thriller Crime 101, starring Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and Barry Keoghan, landed third with $15-27 million globally in its debut, driven by heist intrigue and ensemble star power.

Industry analysts note this weekend’s top earners helped stabilize February after softer early-year numbers, with Wuthering Heights drawing adult audiences seeking sophisticated storytelling amid awards buzz. Word-of-mouth appears positive, suggesting solid legs ahead—especially with Valentine’s Day romance vibes lingering.

If you’re in the mood for a sweeping, steamy period drama with modern edge, catch Wuthering Heights in theaters now. Trailers showcase the film’s intense chemistry between Robbie and Elordi—perfect for date nights or solo cinephiles. Check Fandango or your local multiplex for showtimes, and stay tuned to www.clickusanews.com for exclusive interviews, deeper reviews, and updates on how this hit shapes the 2026 box office landscape.

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