Wuthering Heights (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Series · ★ 6.3
Released in 1978, Wuthering Heights is a drama series.
What it’s about. Young orphan Heathcliff is adopted by the wealthy Earnshaw family and moves into their estate, Wuthering Heights. Soon, the new resident falls for his compassionate foster sister, Cathy. The two share a remarkable bond that seems unbreakable until Cathy, feeling the pressure of social convention, suppresses her feelings and marries Edgar Linton, a man of means who befits her stature. Heathcliff vows to win her back.
Who’s in it. Wuthering Heights stars Ken Hutchison as Heathcliff, Brian Wilde as Joseph, Kay Adshead as Catherine 'Cathy' Earnshaw and Pat Heywood as Ellen 'Nelly' Dean, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Wuthering Heights has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BritBox Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wuthering Heights page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wuthering Heights tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wuthering Heights (1978)?
- In US, Wuthering Heights is available to stream on BritBox Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Wuthering Heights worth watching?
- Wuthering Heights holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wuthering Heights?
- Wuthering Heights stars Ken Hutchison, Brian Wilde, Kay Adshead, Pat Heywood and Jonathan Duttine.
- When was Wuthering Heights released?
- Wuthering Heights was released in 1978.