Netflix is set to bring back the beloved charm of Notting Hill with its highly anticipated sequel, Notting Hill 2: Love Rewritten (2025). The film introduces a new romantic journey while revisiting the iconic love story of William Thacker and Anna Scott. Florence Pugh (or Emma Mackey) stars as Lily Thacker, the independent and book-loving daughter of William and Anna, trying to escape their legacy. Meanwhile, Timothée Chalamet (or Nicholas Hoult) plays Theo, a young journalist who falls for Lily, mirroring the romance of her parents.
Release Date & Production Details
The film is set for a late 2025 release, making it one of Netflix’s biggest romantic features of the year. Filming begins in mid-2024, capturing the picturesque streets of Notting Hill, London, with its charming bookshops, colorful townhouses, and café-lined streets. The movie will feature modern cinematography with a nostalgic touch, ensuring it retains the magic of the 1999 original.
Budget & Trailer Expectations
With an estimated $80–100 million budget, Netflix is investing heavily in high-quality production, an emotional screenplay, and a stunning soundtrack. The first official trailer is expected in mid-2025, showcasing the electrifying chemistry between Pugh (or Mackey) and Chalamet (or Hoult), with glimpses of Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts reprising their legendary roles. The trailer is expected to trend worldwide, drawing in both long-time fans and a new generation of rom-com lovers.
Plot & Why Fans Are Excited
Decades after the original, William and Anna are still together, navigating fame, love, and family life. Meanwhile, their daughter Lily, determined to create her own identity, meets Theo, a journalist eager to write a modern-day love story. As their relationship unfolds, they must face the pressures of fame, expectations, and self-discovery, echoing the journey of Lily’s parents years before.
Why ‘Notting Hill 2’ Will Be a Hit
Blending nostalgia with fresh romance, Notting Hill 2: Love Rewritten aims to be one of 2025’s most heartwarming films, promising witty dialogue, emotional depth, and the timeless magic of London’s most famous love story.
