The highly-anticipated sequel to the beloved fashion film, The Devil Wears Prada 2, has released its first trailer, showcasing an awkward onscreen reunion between Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway's iconic characters. The preview, which dropped on Sunday, immediately sets the tone for the long-awaited follow-up to the 2006 cinematic hit.
An Icy Reception at Runway Magazine
The trailer opens with Miranda Priestly, portrayed by Meryl Streep, seated in her familiar office at Runway Magazine. As the editor-in-chief, she appears as formidable as ever, though now nearing retirement. Her former assistant, Andrea 'Andy' Sachs, played by Anne Hathaway, enters with a bright smile and a cheerful greeting, marking their first encounter in two decades.
Priestly's response is anything but warm. She turns to her art director, Nigel Kipling, reprised by Stanley Tucci, who delivers a cutting remark: 'Well, look what T.J. Maxx dragged in.' With a dismissive shrug, the icy fashionista feigns ignorance, asking, 'Sorry. Who is this? Do you know her? Do I know her?'
Andy's Unsuccessful Reintroduction
Sachs, who has been hired as Runway's new fashion editor, attempts to remind Priestly of their past by stating, 'I'm Andy Sachs. Andrea?' However, her efforts are in vain, as Miranda continues to play the role of the forgetful boss. This forgetfulness extends to a later scene involving Emily Charlton, played by Emily Blunt, who returns as a rival executive competing for advertising revenue in the declining print media landscape.
When Priestly questions Charlton about knowing Andy, Emily dryly replies, 'We were at Runway at the same time, Miranda.' This interaction hints at the complex dynamics and unresolved tensions from the original film, where Andy famously quit her job after Miranda praised her ruthless ambition during Paris Fashion Week.
Fan Reactions and Social Media Buzz
The release of the trailer has sparked swift reactions across social media platforms. On YouTube, user @Kardlonoc commented, 'Miranda completely forgetting the events of the first movie because they were beneath her is a great move.' Another user, @maxcouture9314, agreed, stating, 'Miranda pretending not to know Andy is everything.'
Over on Instagram, fans expressed similar sentiments. User @diego_justdiego_ declared that Priestly not remembering Andy was 'pure comedy and so right too,' while javieroooking noted, '20 years have already passed and they are better than ever!' References to the original film's iconic lines also surfaced, with @ferinidwi quoting, 'A sequel? For spring? Groundbreaking,' and @tinabyer adding, 'May?! By all means, move at a glacial pace.'
Returning Crew and New Additions
Original director David Frankel, writer Aline Brosh McKenna, and producers Wendy Finerman and Karen Rosenfelt have all returned for the sequel, ensuring continuity with the first film. Key crew members such as cinematographer Florian Ballhaus, makeup department head Nicki Ledermann, and music supervisor Julia Michels are also back on board.
The 117-minute film features an ensemble cast including Kenneth Branagh, Justin Theroux, Tracie Thoms, and Lucy Liu, among others. Notably, costume designer Patricia Field has been replaced by her former associate Molly Rogers, who previously worked on HBO Max's And Just Like That.
Plot Insights and Release Details
The sequel appears to be a loose adaptation of Lauren Weisberger's 2013 novel, Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns. While the book focused on a successful wedding magazine called The Plunge, which Priestly sought to acquire, the film trailer suggests a narrative centered around Runway Magazine and its evolving challenges in the modern media landscape.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is set to hit theaters in the US and UK on May 1, promising to deliver the same blend of sharp wit, fashion drama, and memorable characters that made the original a global phenomenon. With a budget of $41 million for the first film, which grossed $326.7 million worldwide, expectations are high for this long-awaited follow-up.
