5 Emerald Fennell movies that you need to watch at least once

Emerald Fennell has directed her second feature film, Wuthering Heights, an adaptation of Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. She first rose to prominence as an actress, appearing in a range of films and television projects before transitioning into writing and directing.

Here is a list of five movies by Fennell that should be on your watchlist. It includes her acting and directorial works. We will be mentioning films like Promising Young Woman and The Danish Girl. Fennell has also worked on two television series in her career.

So just sit back, and keep reading as we come up with five interesting names from her filmography.

5 Emerald Fennell movies to watch

1) Wuthering Heights (2026)

Wuthering Heights is the latest directorial venture of Emerald Fennell. The film is a period romance drama starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. Its plot is loosely inspired by the classic novel. But the makers have made certain changes to fit the medium.

The plot revolves around a wealthy woman falling in love with a man. But tragedy strikes as they are unable to marry each other. The film was released theatrically on February 13, 2026. It is expected to drop on HBO Max in April or May.

2) Saltburn (2023)

Saltburn is written and directed by Emerald Fennell and was released in 2023. This dark comedy thriller focuses on an Oxford student who invites his friend to the estate. But it leads to several weird events taking place. The film beautifully mixes thriller elements with funny scenes. Emerald Fennell's tight direction makes it an essential viewing for everyone. The film was nominated for five BAFTA Awards and two Golden Globes. It's available to watch on Prime Video.

3) Promising Young Woman (2020)

Promising Young Woman marked the directorial debut of Fennell. It starred Carey Mulligan as a young woman trying to deal with her past. The film deals with events of consent, feminism, and vengeance, among other things. It remains a powerful yet overlooked film with an ending that will surely shock you. Viewers can watch it for its performances, tight direction, and strong messaging. The film is available on Prime Video.

4) The Danish Girl (2015)

The Danish Girl is a biographical romantic drama film directed by Tom Hooper. It's loosely based on the lives of Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegene who were Danish painters. Emerald Fennell plays the supporting role of Elsa in the film. The plot focuses on Elbe, who was one of the first known recipients of gender-affirming surgery. Give this film a watch if you enjoy intimate dramas with good performances. It's available to watch on Prime Video.

5) Anna Karenina (2012)

Anna Karenina is a historical romance drama directed by Joe Wright. It's an adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's 1878 classic novel. The film focuses on the eponymous lady who starts an affair with cavalry officer Count Vronsky. This starts affecting her life with her husband. Emerald Fennell plays the role of Princess Merkalova in the film.

It was a critical and commercial success upon release. The film also went on to receive four Oscar nominations, along with other accolades. It's available to enjoy on Netflix.