Pretty Woman

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Pretty Woman

R

1990

1h 54m

Romance

Comedy

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250,000+ Ratings

A prostitute and a wealthy businessman fall for one another, forming an unlikely pair; while on a business trip in Los Angeles, Edward, who makes a living buying and breaking up companies, picks up a prostitute, Vivian, on a lark; after Edward hires Vivian to stay with him for the weekend, the two get closer, only to discover there are significant hurdles to overcome as they try to bridge the gap between their very different worlds.

Critics Consensus

Pretty Woman may be a yuppie fantasy, but the film's slick comedy, soundtrack, and casting can overcome misgivings.

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Wendy Ide

The Times (UK)

11/17/2023

This is a textbook example of how perfect casting can elevate a film beyond the limitations of its premise and plot.

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Jay Scott

Globe and Mail

12/07/2022

The intelligence and wit of this glass-slipper heart-of-gold fantasy are shocking too, but hell hath no part of the surprise.

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Jay Boyar

Orlando Sentinel

02/05/2019

[T]here's nothing light about this movie's comic touch.

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Danielle Solzman

Solzy at the Movies

Mar 23

4.5/5

Pretty Woman endures not just as a romantic comedy, but as a snapshot of Hollywood at its glossy, larger-than-life best.

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Yasser Medina

Cinefilia

Feb 16

5/10

It's presented as a romantic comedy that boasts undeniable chemistry between Richard Gere and Julia Roberts, but overall, I find it somewhat boring and superficial in its modern fairy tale. [Full review in Spanish]

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Don Shanahan

Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast

03/23/2025

Earns its classic status with its mature take on an unlikely fairy tale spawning from less-desirable origins.

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Carli B.

@carliburchett May 19

love. love love love Richard gere, love love love Julia roberts, just love.

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TheMovieSearch R

@TheMovieSearch May 11

Pretty Woman is a timeless romantic comedy that completely lives up to its legendary reputation. Even watching it for the first time years later, the film still feels fresh, charming, and emotionally engaging. So many scenes and moments have become part of pop culture that it almost feels like you’ve already seen the movie before actually watching it, but the full experience still manages to feel special. Julia Roberts delivers a truly unforgettable performance as Vivian, bringing warmth, humor, vulnerability, and charisma to a character that could have easily felt stereotypical in another actress’s hands. Watching her transformation throughout the story becomes the emotional heart of the film. Richard Gere also brings charm and sophistication, and the chemistry between the two leads is what makes the romance feel believable and heartfelt. The screenplay balances comedy, romance, and emotional depth extremely well, allowing the relationship to grow naturally instead of forcing it

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Evan B

@RT36720849 Mar 31

Absolutely Worth the watch, very good and entertaining. If it wasnt for the amount of sex scenes it be one of my favorite. Obviously I know thats kinda the point but theyre not my cuppa tea in films.

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Ben W

@Username618 Mar 28

Remember not enjoying.

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Stephen C

@bob25009 Mar 26

The worldwide gross is $463,406,268.00 over a budget of $14,000,000.00.

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Sam X

@Sam2316 Jan 26

Classic and timeless. Love it!

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Synopsis

A prostitute and a wealthy businessman fall for one another, forming an unlikely pair; while on a business trip in Los Angeles, Edward, who makes a living buying and breaking up companies, picks up a prostitute, Vivian, on a lark; after Edward hires Vivian to stay with him for the weekend, the two get closer, only to discover there are significant hurdles to overcome as they try to bridge the gap between their very different worlds.

Director: Garry Marshall
Producer: Nancy Gross, Steven Reuther, Arnon Milchan
Screenwriter: J.F. Lawton
Distributor: Buena Vista Pictures
Production Co: Touchstone Pictures, Silver Screen Partners IV
Rating: R
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 23, 1990, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $178.4M
Runtime: 1h 54m
Sound Mix: Surround