Pretty Woman is a classic, but even after watching it countless times, you might have missed some funny bloopers and surprising facts. Here are seven behind-the-scenes details you may not know:
- Disney Changed the Tone
The original screenplay, 3,000, had darker themes about social inequality and corporate greed. But when Disney took over, they reworked it into the rom-com we know today, softening those heavy issues. - Al Pacino Turned Down the Lead
Al Pacino was originally considered for Richard Gere’s role. After a reading with Julia Roberts, he passed on it, though he later praised her performance, saying, “You could tell it was going to be a hit.” - Croissant or Pancake?
In the breakfast scene, Vivian starts eating a croissant, but in a later shot, it’s magically a pancake. The continuity mistake happened because the director preferred the take where Julia Roberts ate a pancake instead of the croissant. - The Iconic Red Dress
The unforgettable red dress that Julia Roberts wears to the opera cost a lot more than just money—it represents Vivian’s transformation. The dress was designed by Marilyn Vance, who also created the stunning polka dot dress Roberts wore to the horse race. - The Real Jewelry
The heart-shaped ruby-and-diamond necklace Julia Roberts wears is worth $250,000—and it’s real! In fact, a security guard was stationed behind the director during filming to watch over it. - The Jewelry Box Prank
The scene where Richard Gere’s character gives Roberts the necklace was originally meant as a joke for the film’s gag reel. The jewelry box snapped on Julia’s fingers, which led to one of the movie’s most genuine laughs. - Edward’s Changing Shoes
Watch closely during the opera scene—Vivian takes off Edward’s shoes, but in the next shot, they magically reappear. Another blooper? When Vivian hides the $100 in her boot, the money mysteriously vanishes by the next scene.
There are plenty more moments like these that make Pretty Woman even more fun to watch—did we miss any of your favorite bloopers?