Margot Robbie's 'Wuthering Heights' Faces Casting Backlash

Margot Robbie, known for her role in 'Barbie', is facing backlash for her casting as Catherine Earnshaw in the upcoming adaptation of Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights', directed by Emerald Fennell. Critics argue that Robbie, at 36, is too old for the role, and that her co-star Jacob Elordi, playing Heathcliff, does not fit the character's traditional depiction. The film, set for a February 2026 release and produced by Robbie's company LuckyChap Entertainment, is criticized for 'whitewashing' and historical inaccuracies. Despite the controversy, the film's production continues with a modern visual approach to the classic tale. Robbie's dramatic wedding gown for the role has also drawn attention, though some fans are disappointed with the casting choices.