Emerald Fennell’s bold reimagining of Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights, set for theatrical release on February 13, 2026, introduces not just a visually daring adaptation, but a soundtrack that disrupts period drama expectations. With a haunting orchestral score by Anthony Willis and an avant-pop concept album by Charli XCX, this dual-layered musical approach mirrors the film’s emotionally volatile narrative.
Wuthering Heights Soundtrack Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Film Title | Wuthering Heights |
| Release Year | 2026 |
| Genre | Gothic Romance, Drama |
| Director | Emerald Fennell |
| Composer (Score) | Anthony Willis |
| Concept Album Artist | Charli XCX |
| Music Style | Orchestral, Gothic Pop, Avant-Pop |
| Studio | Warner Bros., MRC Film, LuckyChap |
| US Release Date | February 13, 2026 |
| International Release | February 11, 2026 |
| Soundtrack Labels | Warner Records / Atlantic Records |
Who Composed the Wuthering Heights Soundtrack?
The score for Wuthering Heights is credited to Anthony Willis.
Who is Anthony Willis?
Anthony Willis is a British composer known for his work with Emerald Fennell. He scored Promising Young Woman — including its now-famous string arrangement of Britney Spears’ Toxic — and Saltburn, whose score leans into lush, decadent orchestral writing.
Why Anthony Willis’s score sounds the way it does
Willis is very good at taking something familiar and pop and re-scoring it so it turns menacing. It is a trick that only works when the arranger genuinely understands both worlds.
If this style appeals to you — orchestral with pop deconstruction — the tracklist below rewards listening in order rather than on shuffle. Scores written this way are built to accumulate, and individual cues can feel slight on their own.
The Orchestral Score by Anthony Willis
Returning to work with Fennell after Promising Young Woman and Saltburn, Anthony Willis composes a lush but unsettling score that blends 18th-century instrumentation with gradual dissonance. This sonic shift follows Heathcliff’s descent into obsession and rage.
- Key Highlight: The opening overture titled “Wild Spirits” establishes the film’s primal emotional core.
The Concept Album by Charli XCX
In parallel to the official score, Charli XCX delivers a full-length concept album inspired by the emotional violence and passion of Brontë’s novel.
- Style: A sharp departure from her “Brat” era, the album is a brooding mix of gothic electronica and atmospheric pop.
- Collaborators: Produced by Finn Keane (aka easyFun), with a spoken word feature by John Cale of The Velvet Underground.
Wuthering Heights Released Singles:-
| Title | Release Date | Description |
| House (feat. John Cale) | Nov 10, 2025 | A haunting monologue over cello loops and industrial textures. |
| Chains of Love | Nov 13, 2025 | Featured in trailers, moody synth-pop with cinematic flair. |
| Wall of Sound | Jan 16, 2026 | Gritty layered production echoing the film’s stormy landscape. |
Why This Soundtrack Stands Out
Emerald Fennell is pushing period drama boundaries. Rather than restrict the emotional palette to classical music, she allows Charli XCX’s voice to externalize the inner turmoil of Heathcliff and Catherine’s love. The result is immersive and anachronistic in the best way.
Critics are already comparing this experiment to Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette and Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby.
Where to Listen Wuthering Heights Soundtrack?
Both the official score and Charli XCX’s concept album release on:
- Spotify
- Apple Music
- Amazon Music
- Vinyl Edition (Deluxe Gatefold) available via Atlantic Records (from February 23, 2026).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who composed the official score for Wuthering Heights (2026)?
Anthony Willis, known for Saltburn and Promising Young Woman.
Q2: Is the Charli XCX album part of the movie?
Yes. While it plays non-diegetically, the album thematically underscores the characters’ psychological states.
Q3: When will the full soundtrack be released?
Both the score and concept album drop on February 13, 2026.
Q4: Will there be a vinyl edition?
Yes. A deluxe vinyl release is scheduled for February 23 via Atlantic Records.
Q5: What genre is the soundtrack?
It blends orchestral score, gothic pop, and atmospheric avant-pop.
This Wuthering Heights is not your grandmother’s costume drama. With Emerald Fennell’s fearless direction and a genre-bending soundtrack, it promises to be a visceral experience for both cinephiles and music lovers alike.
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Riya has spent six years writing about music. At OST Vibes she covers soundtracks for film, series and games — who scored what, what is actually on each official release, and where to listen to it. Her focus is English-language pop and screen music. Spot a mistake in a tracklist or a credit? Email [email protected] and it will be corrected.