The 2009 ITV adaptation of Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights, starring Tom Hardy as Heathcliff and Charlotte Riley as Catherine Earnshaw, is now available on ITVX. Fans have praised it as the 'best ever adaptation' of the classic novel.
The two-part mini-series focuses on the intense and destructive passion between Heathcliff and Cathy, exploring their childhood bond, Cathy's marriage to Edgar Linton, and Heathcliff's ruthless revenge. Written by Peter Bowker and directed by Coky Giedroyc, the series also features Andrew Lincoln and Burn Gorman.
Viewers have lauded Tom Hardy's performance, with one calling him 'the best ever' Heathcliff. Another review noted: 'Tom Hardy is such a gifted actor. His performance is utterly beautiful. He and his real-life wife, Charlotte Riley, have such great chemistry.'
Critics have described the series as 'an absolute masterpiece' and 'the most truthful adaptation' of the novel. One fan commented: 'Tom Hardy is my favourite Heathcliff by far. The sexiest man alive for my money!'
