Wuthering Heights Box Office Bonanza: Dominates Global Charts with $82 Million Haul
The global box office saw a dynamic weekend with several new releases, led by Emerald Fennell's audacious remake of Emily Brontë's classic novel, “Wuthering Heights.” The R-rated period romance claimed the No. 1 spot worldwide with an $82 million debut, making it the top global debut of the year. This impressive haul included a better-than-expected $42 million from 76 international territories and $40 million over its four-day domestic opening, though rival studios estimate the North American tally closer to $35 million to $40 million through the President's Day holiday. Produced on an $80 million budget by Warner Bros., the film, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, delves into the toxic relationship between Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff in 18th century England.
Despite its box office success in recouping its budget in four days,
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