Wuthering Heights
"I am torn with Desire… tortured by hate!"
Originally released in 1939. Wuthering Heights is a drama/romance film. directed by William Wyler.
Starring Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier, and David Niven
Synopsis
The Earnshaws are Yorkshire farmers during the early 19th Century. One day, Mr. Earnshaw returns from a trip to the city, bringing with him a ragged little boy called Heathcliff. Earnshaw's son, Hindley, resents the child, but Heathcliff becomes companion and soulmate to Hindley's sister, Catherine. After her parents die, Cathy and Heathcliff grow up wild and free on the moors and despite the continued enmity between Hindley and Heathcliff they're happy -- until Cathy meets Edgar Linton, the son of a wealthy neighbor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 7, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (298 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Merle Oberon
as Catherine 'Cathy' Earnshaw Linton
Laurence Olivier
as Heathcliff
David Niven
as Edgar Linton
Flora Robson
as Ellen Dean
Donald Crisp
as Dr. Kenneth
Geraldine Fitzgerald
as Isabella Linton
Hugh Williams
as Hindley Earnshaw
Leo G. Carroll
as Joseph
Miles Mander
as Lockwood
Cecil Kellaway
as Earnshaw
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Samuel Goldwyn Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wuthering Heights about?
The Earnshaws are Yorkshire farmers during the early 19th Century. One day, Mr. Earnshaw returns from a trip to the city, bringing with him a ragged little boy called Heathcliff. Earnshaw's son, Hi...
Who directed Wuthering Heights?
Wuthering Heights was directed by William Wyler.
How long is Wuthering Heights?
Wuthering Heights has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was Wuthering Heights released?
Wuthering Heights was released on April 7, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wuthering Heights?
The main cast of Wuthering Heights includes Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier, David Niven, Flora Robson, Donald Crisp.
Is Wuthering Heights worth watching?
Wuthering Heights has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 298 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.