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- Tech Advisor explores where you can watch classic Wuthering Heights film adaptations for free, covering films from 1939 to 1998 and the Tom Hardy series.
- Multiple free streaming options exist, including Pluto TV, YouTube and ITV, although UK viewers may need VPNs to access certain US services.
- Notable adaptations include the Oscar-winning 1939 film starring Laurence Olivier and the 1992 version starring Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche.
The first adaptation of Emily Brontë’s romance novel dates from the 1920s, although copies have been lost. In the decades that followed, filmmakers continued to adapt Wuthering Heights into feature films and TV series. However, they have rarely captured the novel’s profound passion and psychological complexity.
The latest attempt to adapt Brontë’s novel for the screen comes from Emerald Fennell, starring Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie as Heathcliff and Catherine. Even before its premiere, the film has generated significant controversy over casting choices and anachronistic, campy imagery.
If you want to compare the new adaptation of Wuthering Heights with previous versions, you can watch them for free here.
How to watch Wuthering Heights (2011).
In Andrea Arnold’s adaptation of Emily Brontë’s novel, Kaya Scodelario played Catherine, while James Howson starred as Heathcliff.
US
In the United States, you can watch the film for free on Pluto TV, Tubi, or Fandango at Home, but because these are ad-supported services, you’ll have to put up with commercial breaks.
However, you can also stream Wuthering Heights on Prime Video with a Cineverse add-on – with a 7-day free trial available now.
Another option is to rent or purchase the movie through the Fandango service or Apple TV.
Great Britain
Unfortunately, this adaptation of the novel is not available to view for free in the UK.
You can, however, watch the film on an American service via a VPN (virtual private network), for example on Pluto TV. Just download the right app, like Nord VPN, sign up and log in. If you’re not sure how to do this, check out our step-by-step guide.
You can also stream Wuthering Heights by Andrea Arnold Disney+. Another option is to rent or purchase the movie on Amazon, Apple TV, or Rakuten TV.
How to Watch Wuthering Heights (1998)
The British television film from the late 1990s was directed by David Skynner. This time Heathcliff was played by Robert Cavanah and Cathy by Orla Brady.
US
In the United States, the film can be viewed for free on Pluto TV with ads and on YouTube.
You can also stream, buy or rent this version of Wuthering Heights on Amazon Prime Video.
Great Britain
The only way to watch this edit for free is to stream it on YouTube or – with a VPN app, like Nord VPN – on Pluto TV.
ITV
How to watch Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights (1992).
In the most famous and faithful adaptation of Wuthering Heights, Heathcliff was played by Ralph Fiennes, while Juliette Binoche starred as Catherine. Peter Kosminsky directed the film.
US
This adaptation is available for free on ad-supported Pluto TV.
If you want to watch Wuthering Heights commercial-free, you can rent or buy it on Amazon Prime Video, Fandango at Home, or Apple TV.
Great Britain
This adaptation of the novel is not easily available in Britain. There’s a copy on YouTube, but it’s split into twelve parts. In this case, it is also best to use a VPN app and watch the movie for free on Pluto TV.
How to Look at Wuthering Heights (1970)
Robert Fuest’s film focuses exclusively on the first generation of characters. Anna Calder-Marshall plays Cathy, while Heathcliff is played by Timothy Dalton.
US
The Timothy Dalton-led adaptation of Wuthering Heights is available for free on Pluto TV and the ad-supported Roku Channel. If you don’t mind lower quality, you can also watch the entire film on YouTube.
Visit Fubo TV to stream commercial-free. The subscriptions are quite pricey, but you can now enjoy a 5-day free trial for new subscribers. Please note that if you do not cancel your subscription after five days, you will be charged a fixed monthly fee.
Another option to stream 1970’s Wuthering Heights is on MGM+. The service now offers a 7-day free trial. After that, the subscription costs $7.99 per month.
Great Britain
This version of the Wuthering Heights is available for free on YouTube. However, you can also use a VPN to watch the film on a US service, such as ad-supported Pluto TV or MGM+ with a free trial.
Anglo-EMI film distributors
How to Look at Wuthering Heights (1939)
This film, directed by William Wyler, is the second adaptation of Brontë’s novel and the first to survive. Heathcliff was played by Laurence Olivier, while Merle Oberon played Cathy. Although the edit was shortened and omitted the second generation of characters, it was nominated for several awards, including Oscars, and ultimately won for Best Cinematography.
US
Head to YouTube to watch this classic version of Brontë’s novel for free.
The film can also be streamed on Prime Video. If you’re a new customer, you can check it out with a 30-day free trial.
You can also buy or rent the film on Amazon, Fandango at Home or Apple TV.
Great Britain
Fans of classic cinema can find this adaptation of Brontë’s novel on YouTube. Wuthering Heights is also free to watch on Prime Video – a subscription costs £8.99 per month, but if you’re a new customer you can use a 30-day free trial. There are also options to purchase or rent the film.
How to watch the Wuthering Heights TV series (2009).
Wuthering Heights has also been adapted into a series. Heathcliff was played by Tom Hardy and Catherine by Charlotte Riley. The two-part production adapts the entire Brontë novel.
US
Unfortunately, there is no option in the US to see Tom Hardy as Heathcliff for free. You can watch the film on the British ITV service via a VPN (virtual private network). With a VPN, such as Nord VPN, you can bypass geo-restrictions. If you’re not sure how to log into ITV with a VPN, here’s our guide.
Another way to watch the series is to buy or rent Wuthering Heights on Prime Video.
Great Britain
In the UK, fans can watch the series for free on ITV.
