Devil Wears Prada 2
ENTERTAINMENT
The sequel of the Cult Classic Devil Wears Prada is officially in production, with filming having begun on June 30, 2025 in New York City and Italy.
It is scheduled to premiere in theaters on May 1, 2026, just days before the Met Gala on May 4, 2026
Returning Cast & Crew
Meryl Streep returns as Miranda Priestly, now navigating the declining magazine industry in a digital era .
Anne Hathaway reprises her role as Andy Sachs, with first look photos showcasing a chic pinstriped ensemble and pearls .
Emily Blunt returns as Emily Charlton, now a high-powered luxury brand executive whose advertising influence is critical to Runway .
Stanley Tucci is back as Nigel Kipling, Runway’s iconic art director .
The original director David Frankel, screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna, and producer Wendy Finerman are all on board for the sequel.
New Cast Additions
Joining the original ensemble:
Kenneth Branagh as Miranda’s husband
Lucy Liu, Simone Ashley, B. J. Novak, Justin Theroux, Pauline Chalamet, Rachel Bloom, Patrick Brammall, Helen J. Shen, Conrad Ricamora, Caleb Hearon, and others FairParade.
Notably Adrian Grenier (Nate, Andy’s boyfriend in the first film) will not return.
Plot & Themes
The story centers around Miranda Priestly’s struggle to sustain Runway in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Her former assistant Emily Charlton resurfaces as a rival executive, now commanding critical ad revenue for Runway.
Andy Sachs’ role is less clear, but hints suggest she may return to the fashion world in some capacity—possibly at Runway or as a journalist/consultant .
The film is partially inspired by Lauren Weisberger’s 2013 novel Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns, though specifics are still under wraps
Visual & Fashion Highlights
Set photos and reports show the cast in high-fashion outfits, from cherubic maxi dresses to modern menswear layering, creating strong buzz around the styling and costume design .
Anne Hathaway’s personal TikTok teaser referenced the original’s iconic cerulean sweater, creating nostalgic momentum