"Pretty Woman" Sequel Rumors Debunked: Netflix Denies Development

In a surprising turn of events, Netflix has confirmed that it is not developing a sequel to the iconic 1990 film "Pretty Woman." This comes after a presumed movie poster featuring the original stars, Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, began circulating online, sparking rumors of a potential follow-up.

However, a movie insider has exclusively told Us Weekly that these rumors are "not happening" and are "fake AI." The source has made it clear that there are no plans for a "Pretty Woman" sequel at this time.

The original film, directed by the late Garry Marshall, followed the story of Vivian Ward (Roberts), a new escort hired to be the companion of wealthy businessman Edward Lewis (Gere) during his week in Los Angeles. The pair notably fell in love by the end of the movie, leaving fans to wonder about their future.

Interestingly, Gere himself had some initial doubts about the script, as he revealed in a 2024 episode of the "Awards Chatter" podcast. "Initially, I didn't understand it. There was no character," he said. It wasn't until he met with Marshall that Gere had a change of heart and agreed to take on the role.

Despite the enduring popularity of "Pretty Woman," it seems that a sequel is not in the works, at least not with the involvement of Netflix or the original stars. Fans of the classic romantic comedy will have to be content with the memories of the original film and its iconic moments.