The fashion world is buzzing with excitement as the first teaser trailer for the hotly anticipated sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2, has officially dropped. The film, which sees the return of cinematic icons Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, is scheduled to hit cinemas in May 2026.
A High-Fashion Reunion
Fans of the original 2006 hit comedy can rejoice as the Oscar-winning actors are reprising their iconic, antagonistic roles. Streep returns as the formidable and tyrannical magazine editor Miranda Priestly, a part for which she received an Academy Award nomination. Anne Hathaway is back as the earnest Andy Sachs.
They will not be alone. The sequel welcomes back Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci, with the exciting addition of Kenneth Branagh as Miranda Priestly's new husband. The cast is further bolstered by new faces including Simone Ashley, Rachel Bloom, and Lucy Liu. The production has also sparked rumours of cameo appearances from global superstars Lady Gaga and Sydney Sweeney.
Plot Details and Production Buzz
David Frankel, who directed the beloved original, is back in the director's chair. The new plot finds Miranda Priestly navigating the dramatic collapse of the traditional magazine industry. In a compelling twist, she is forced to build bridges with her former assistant, Emily Charlton, played by Emily Blunt, who is now the powerful head of a luxury brand and controls its substantial advertising spend.
The original film, based on Lauren Weisberger's novel, was a colossal success, earning over $326 million at the global box office and later inspiring a West End musical. Reflecting on its enduring legacy, Emily Blunt stated back in September that the film's "meteoric life" and impact were unexpected, adding that it holds "deep emotional roots" for her and Tucci, who subsequently became her brother-in-law.
Inspiration and Global Anticipation
The character of Miranda Priestly has long been perceived to be inspired by Anna Wintour, the iconic editor-in-chief of Vogue. Wintour herself has commented on the original film, praising its humour, wit, and the performances of its stellar cast, concluding that she thought it was a "fair shot."
The sequel's shoot has become a global spectacle, attracting photographers and eager fans from Brooklyn to Milan. This film also marks a significant year for Anne Hathaway, who is set to appear in several other major projects, including David Lowery's pop star drama Mother Mary, the Colleen Hoover adaptation Verity, the sci-fi thriller Flowervale Street, and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 will arrive in a summer of 2026 packed with other major sequels, including Toy Story 5, Minions 3, and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, promising a blockbuster season for cinema-goers.
