Owen Cooper has quickly taken on the title of one of the most popular up-and-coming young actors in Hollywood, and this change happened very rapidly. People who watched his performance in Adolescence recognized he had talent; however, nobody predicted he would win an Emmy Award at age 15. As Owen walked onto the Emmy stage, looking overwhelmed, there was much speculation regarding what his next career choice would be.Up until recently, there has been no real information available for fans, critics, and others following Owen regarding what role he will take on after receiving an Emmy Award. Recently, this announcement has come out, and now the excitement surrounding his next film has reached a height because it appears he is going directly from an Emmy Award to the big screen.After he won the Emmy, there has been enormous interest from followers, fans, critics, and even casual viewers who want to know what his next project will be. There have been many rumors of different offers that he may have received, but now his announcement confirms that he will be starring in a big feature film.There is something interesting about the way his career is shaping up, especially because most young actors after a big breakout try to find a safer project. But Cooper is not doing that. His next role is not only serious, but it is also in a very well-known story. And he will not be alone in it either. He is set to act alongside big Hollywood names, which makes this entire thing even more surprising.Owen Cooper's next project: the 2026 film adaptation of Wuthering HeightsThe next large project set to commence is to be known as the movie version of Wuthering Heights, set to release in 2026. This project will have Owen Cooper as a cast member. Yes, it is true that Wuthering Heights was written by Emily Brontë years ago and has been adapted numerous times before. This adaptation will be led by director Emerald Fennell, who previously directed Saltburn. Her personal style as a filmmaker will bring considerable attention to this movie. The studio's intent on taking the psychological and dark approach to the film appears very favorable to the style of acting that Owen Cooper has shown through Adolescence.Owen Cooper has been cast to play the younger portrayal of Heathcliff, a very intense character; therefore, he will face significant challenges due to his age. Heathcliff is a difficult character for anyone to portray, regardless of their age; therefore, it won't be easy for anyone, but it's reasonable to see that Cooper's selections for this role fit well with his previous works. Owen Cooper's performance in Adolescence provides evidence that he has the potential to project emotional scenes naturally, while not being too dramatic, while remaining believable, and while providing a strong emotional reaction from viewers.The film stars Margot Robbie (Catherine Earnshaw) and Jacob Elordi (Heathcliff) as the main characters. Since fans have such an emotional attachment to them and the original novel, there is curiosity about how that will be depicted in the film.There has been a teaser released for the film, and the reactions have been mixed. Some people believe it went way too far in the "erotic" direction, which is not what readers of the book were expecting; however, the excitement remains strong because the tragic story of Heathcliff and Catherine remains one of the greatest works of romantic literature ever written. View this post on Instagram Instagram PostIn an interview with Variety, Owen Cooper said that Stephen Graham actually helped him get connected to the right people. Graham recommended him to his own agent, Maddi Bonura, and she saw part of episode one of Adolescence and immediately took an interest. According to Cooper, he landed Wuthering Heights basically because of that moment, which shows how quickly things can change for young actors.How the cast has responded and what the film means for Owen Cooper's careerOwen Cooper mentioned during an interview that Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi were kind to him on set. He spoke about having the opportunity to spend time with them in the makeup area. He described Jacob as being very laid back and interacting with everyone. Owen found Margot to be friendly and very warm. As a 15-year-old working with two large names, Owen likely found working in that kind of environment to be easier.This movie has already gained the reputation of being one of the year's best and most anticipated films, with its release date already set for February 13, 2026. For Owen Cooper, this film represents not only his introduction to the film industry but also a major milestone in his entry into mainstream Hollywood. Most actors who have won an Emmy award for television have had little opportunity to transition from that role to a film in the genre of dark psychological drama so early in their professional careers.His journey as an actor has also changed very rapidly, as two years ago, very few people knew who he was outside of the UK TV world. With the rapid change that has taken place with the emergence of Owen Cooper. The success of this film will undoubtedly create a defining moment for Cooper's continuing development within the industry.For now, fans are just waiting for more trailers, posters, and behind-the-scenes content. And considering how the first teaser created such a strong reaction, the next few months will probably bring even more attention to Owen Cooper.