Wuthering Heights
1939, English. Directed by William Wyler.
I am torn with Desire… tortured by hate!
Young orphan Heathcliff is adopted by the wealthy Earnshaw family and moves into their estate, Wuthering Heights. Soon, the new resident falls for his compassionate foster sister, Cathy. The two share a remarkable bond that seems unbreakable until Cathy, feeling the pressure of social convention, suppresses her feelings and marries Edgar Linton, a man of means who befits her stature. Heathcliff vows to win her back.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Wuthering Heights is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max in India.
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Cast & crew
- William WylerDirector
- Merle OberonCatherine 'Cathy' Earnshaw Linton
- Laurence OlivierHeathcliff
- David NivenEdgar Linton
- Flora RobsonEllen Dean
- Donald CrispDr. Kenneth
- Geraldine FitzgeraldIsabella Linton
- Hugh WilliamsHindley Earnshaw
- Leo G. CarrollJoseph
- Miles ManderLockwood
- Cecil KellawayEarnshaw
- Cecil HumphreysJudge Linton
- Sarita WootonCathy as a Child
Details
- Released
- 7 April 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ben Hecht, Charles MacArthur
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What Wuthering Heights is based on
Wuthering Heights is based on Wuthering Heights, an 1847 novel by Emily Brontë.
Novel · 1847
Wuthering Heights
By Emily Brontë
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Wuthering Heights: quick answers
Is Wuthering Heights worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 340 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Wuthering Heights?
Wuthering Heights runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Wuthering Heights have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Wuthering Heights. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Wuthering Heights parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Wuthering Heights is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Wuthering Heights on?
Wuthering Heights is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Wuthering Heights?
If you liked Wuthering Heights, try I Capture the Castle, Howards End, Legends of the Fall.
Who directed Wuthering Heights?
Wuthering Heights (1939) was directed by William Wyler and stars Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier, David Niven.
What is Wuthering Heights based on?
Wuthering Heights is based on Wuthering Heights, an 1847 novel by Emily Brontë.