Charli XCX Provides Original Songs for Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights Film

Charli XCX is contributing original songs to Emerald Fennell's upcoming film adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic novel Wuthering Heights, set to release in theaters on February 13-14, 2026. The movie stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi as the doomed lovers Catherine and Heathcliff and is produced by Fennell, Robbie, and Josey McNamara, with Anthony Willis providing the score. Fennell's adaptation has a provocative and stylized approach, featuring intense and explicit scenes that differ significantly from the original novel's tone, including a BDSM-inspired sex scene and controversial elements revealed in early screenings. Fans of Charli XCX have expressed excitement over the collaboration, although some have reacted negatively to the film's direction and content. Charli XCX has also been active in acting projects, with several movies premiering recently, and she has spoken about her evolving artistic roles and inspirations. This film continues Fennell's trend of creating bold, provocative cinema, following her previous hits Promising Young Woman and Saltburn.