Almost no one else could play the part of Prince Charming opposite Julia Roberts as the girl in trouble in Pretty Woman, a modern take on the classic fairy tale. Edward, played by Gere, gets over his fear of heights in the last scene to save Vivian, played by Roberts, who is waiting at the top of her tower. This performance will stay with me forever.
Not as well known is the fact that Charles Grodin was one of the top candidates to play Edward. And Roberts was the one who convinced Gere to play the part in the timeless movie. a part he wasn’t sure about at first. In 2015, the cast of the popular romantic comedy Pretty Woman got together again, and some facts that hadn’t been known before came to light.
“Pretty Woman,” the timeless romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, has captured the hearts of audiences around the world since its release in 1990. While the film is celebrated for its enchanting storyline and unforgettable characters, behind the scenes, there’s a treasure trove of delightful bloopers waiting to be discovered.
In a rare glimpse into the making of the movie, fans have been treated to a collection of bloopers that showcase the camaraderie and laughter shared by the cast and crew. From tongue-tied lines to unexpected mishaps, these outtakes provide a light-hearted and entertaining peek into the filming process. Watch the video below:
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One particularly memorable blooper reveals Julia Roberts struggling to keep a straight face during a pivotal scene. As she attempts to deliver her lines with her signature charm, a case of the giggles overtakes her, resulting in a cascade of laughter from both Roberts and her co-star Richard Gere.
The endearing moment serves as a reminder of the genuine chemistry between the two leads that helped elevate “Pretty Woman” to iconic status.
Some things you might not have heard about Pretty Woman
It is said that Christopher Reeve, Denzel Washington, and Daniel Day-Lewis were all in the running for the part of Edward Lewis.
Chris Reeve, Denzel Washington, and Daniel Day-Lewis were all said to be interested in playing Edward Lewis in “Pretty Woman.” Some say that Sandra Bullock, Kristin Davis, and Sarah Jessica Parker were all offered the part of Vivian in “Pretty Woman” but turned it down.
The clothes worn on set were a mix of high-end and cheap items, and people had mixed feelings about how the brand was portrayed.
A shocking $250,000 was paid for the necklace that was used in the movie. The jewelry store sent a security guard to stay with the director during shooting to make sure everything was safe. On the other hand, Vivian’s famous red coat in the movie was, amazingly, only $30. Another one that the director got from a movie usher before the shooting started. Ferrari and Porsche both said no to having their cars in the movie.
A lot of coaching took place behind the scenes.
In order to get Julia Roberts to laugh in a certain scene, the director tickled her feet away from the camera. However, Roberts’s jitters were so bad that she had a noticeable vein bulging from her forehead during the scene. The director then joined Roberts and Richard Gere in bed and rubbed her face until the vein went away.
