The production of The Devil Wears Prada 2 has been confirmed, with a scheduled release date of May 1, 2026. This sequel, which many considered unlikely after nearly two decades since the release of the original film, will return to the world of fashion and the editorial context, with the main cast from the first installment, including Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci.
A sequel with great returns
Director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna also return to their roles in this project, raising expectations about how they will address the changes the industry has experienced since the first film. In this new installment, the life of Miranda Priestly, played by Streep, will be explored as she deals with the current crisis of traditional magazines while seeking to promote Emily, now a luxury executive, in its pages.
Interestingly, the coincidence of the start of filming with the end of Anna Wintour’s tenure at the helm of Vogue after 37 years adds a symbolic dimension to the narrative. The story is inspired by the novel by Lauren Weisberger, which was based on her experience as Wintour’s assistant, raising the question of whether the film can capture the same spirit and relevance that the original had at its premiere.
Despite the popularity of the first film, there is some uncertainty about the need for a late sequel. Critics are wondering if the new script will be able to capture the DNA of the original film without getting lost in the changes of the digital age. With the throne of the fashion world somewhat vacant, many are questioning: will they be able to fill it and satisfy a new generation of viewers? Expectations are high, but the path to success may not be easy.
