June 11, 2025: After nearly two decades, The Devil Wears Prada is strutting back into theatres. Disney has officially greenlit the long-awaited sequel to the 2006 cult classic, with the original cast returning to reprise their iconic roles.
Who’s Returning in The Devil Wears Prada 2?
According to Entertainment Weekly, the sequel will reunite:
- Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly
- Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs
- Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton
- Stanley Tucci as Nigel
- David Frankel as director
- Wendy Finerman as producer
- Aline Brosh McKenna returns to write the screenplay
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Fans of the original film will be thrilled to see the original cast and crew back together. Stanley Tucci even called the original “one of the greatest experiences” of his career.
What’s the Plot of The Devil Wears Prada 2?
As reported by EOnline, the sequel will pick up years after the events of the first film. Miranda Priestly, still the icy editor-in-chief of Runway, faces the harsh realities of declining print media. In a desperate bid to save her empire, she turns to her former assistant Emily Charlton, now a high-powered executive in a luxury fashion group.
Screenwriter McKenna noted how the industry has evolved:
“Magazines and publishing have changed so much… This is a period of time where Andy took a physical book to someone’s house every day. It had its moment.”
Official Release Date
Disney has locked in May 1, 2026 as the official release date for The Devil Wears Prada 2, according to Variety.
Legacy of the Original Film
Released in 2006, The Devil Wears Prada was based on Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 novel, inspired by her real-life experience at Vogue. The film grossed $326.7 million worldwide, earned Meryl Streep a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination, and became a pop culture phenomenon.
FAQs:
1. Is Meryl Streep returning in The Devil Wears Prada 2?
Yes, Meryl Streep will reprise her iconic role as Miranda Priestly.
2. Will Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt be in the sequel?
Yes, both are confirmed to return.
3. What is the plot of The Devil Wears Prada 2?
The sequel follows Miranda trying to save her magazine amidst a changing media landscape, with help from Emily Charlton.
4. When will The Devil Wears Prada 2 be released?
The film is set for release on May 1, 2026.
5. Who is writing the script for the sequel?
Aline Brosh McKenna, who wrote the original, returns as the screenwriter.