False rumor – It is circulating on social media that Netflix, in partnership with Universal Pictures, is producing the movie Pretty Woman 2: A Second Chance (2025), with the return of Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. The trailer and poster are allegedly ready.
Analysis
Rumors about sequels to classic films are common on the internet. Often, these hoaxes take advantage of fans’ nostalgia and the current wave of reboots and sequels promoted by streaming platforms. The advancement of artificial intelligence has also contributed to the creation of fake but realistic-looking content, such as manipulated movie posters and trailers.
That is exactly what happened with the alleged trailer for “Pretty Woman 2: A Second Chance.” Videos and posts on social media platforms such as TikTok and YouTube suggest that the new film is being produced by Netflix in partnership with Universal Pictures, featuring the return of stars Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. The supposed sequel would also include appearances by Emma Roberts and Tom Hardy. See below the text being shared:
They say Pretty Woman 2: A Second Chance (2025) is being filmed by Netflix in partnership with Universal Pictures, even without official confirmation. And that’s not all: Julia Roberts and Richard Gere would be back, with possible appearances by Emma Roberts and Tom Hardy. Just imagine Vivian Ward back on screen with those iconic looks? This sequel would be a fashion lover’s dream – after all, the character is a fashion icon! PS: movie poster and scenes created by AI (source Google) #PrettyWoman2 #JuliaRoberts #RichardGere #EmmaRoberts #TomHardy #VivianWard #Fashion
Fact-check
The content stirred excitement among fans of the 1990s classic, raising questions about the authenticity of the trailer and the real possibility of a sequel with the original cast. To clarify what is true and what is made up, we answer the following questions: 1) Is the trailer for Pretty Woman 2: A Second Chance (2025) real? 2) Will the movie be released? 3) How were the images of Julia Roberts and Richard Gere created?
Is the trailer for Pretty Woman 2: A Second Chance (2025) real?
No. The trailer circulating on social media is fake and was created using artificial intelligence and video editing. None of the companies allegedly involved – Netflix or Universal – have released any official content about the project. Additionally, film industry sites such as IMDb, Variety, and Deadline do not mention any film with this title or storyline.
Will Pretty Woman 2: A Second Chance (2025) be released?
As of now, there is no indication that a new installment of the franchise is in development. “Pretty Woman” (1990) had a conclusive ending and was never publicly discussed by its creators as a story that would have a sequel.
Neither Julia Roberts nor Richard Gere have expressed interest in reprising their roles. Furthermore, director Garry Marshall, who passed away in 2016, always stated that the film was intended as a one-time story.
How was the video with images of Julia Roberts and Richard Gere created?
The video was edited using digital editing techniques and AI-generated imagery. Many scenes were taken from other films featuring the actors and merged to create the illusion of a trailer. Posters and images circulating with the video are also digital creations made by fans or image generators like MidJourney or DALL·E.
Conclusion
There is no official trailer or confirmation that the movie Pretty Woman 2: A Second Chance will be released. The viral content was created using artificial intelligence and editing resources, and is nothing more than a hoax. No production company, actor, or reliable outlet has confirmed the production or continuation of the classic.
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