The long-awaited first trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 has finally arrived, bringing together the original film's razor-tongued fashion elite nearly two decades after the beloved comedy-drama first captivated audiences worldwide.
Iconic Cast Returns for Fashion World Clash
Stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci all reprise their iconic roles in the sequel, which sees Hathaway's Andy Sachs crossing paths once again with Streep's formidable fashion editor Miranda Priestly. The trailer hints at a renewed clash within the fashion industry as these powerful personalities collide.
Andy's Surprising Reintroduction
In a particularly telling moment from the trailer, Andy is introduced as "one of the Emilys" to her former boss Miranda, who doesn't appear to remember her former assistant. This interaction has sparked considerable discussion among fans about whether this represents a genuine memory lapse or a calculated power play from the legendary editor.
Andy also reunites with former colleague Emily Charlton, played by Emily Blunt, who now works as an executive at a luxury conglomerate. Emily's position comes with the substantial advertising budget that Miranda desperately needs to keep her magazine afloat amid the fashion industry's ongoing decline.
Nigel's Poignant Reflection
Stanley Tucci's character Nigel, Runway magazine's art director, offers a poignant voiceover in the trailer, stating: "Runway: It is not just a magazine. It's a global icon. A winding road that brings us back together again." This sentiment perfectly captures the film's theme of reunion and legacy.
Building on a Cultural Phenomenon
The original 2006 film, an adaptation of Lauren Weisberger's 2003 novel, followed Hathaway's Andy Sachs as an aspiring journalist hired as co-assistant at a major New York fashion magazine, where she faced mistreatment from her demanding editor. The movie became a cultural phenomenon, earning over $326 million at the international box office and securing Streep a Screen Actors Guild nomination for best actress.
Weisberger published a sequel novel, Revenge Wears Prada, in 2013, while the story was transformed into a musical that premiered on London's West End in 2024. The film sequel represents the latest evolution of this enduring franchise.
Expanding the Cast
The sequel features several exciting new additions to the cast, including:
- Bridgerton star Simone Ashley
- Lucy Liu and Justin Theroux
- BJ Novak and Pauline Chalamet
- Rachel Bloom and Patrick Brammall
- Comedian Caleb Hearon
- Broadway stars Helen J Shen and Conrad Ricamora
- Kenneth Branagh as Miranda's husband
In October, Lady Gaga was spotted on the film's set, though her role remains undisclosed, adding further intrigue to the production.
Fan Reactions and Industry Buzz
Excitement for the sequel has been building steadily, particularly after Streep and Tucci were recently spotted sitting front row at the Dolce & Gabbana show during Milan Fashion Week. The event created a viral moment when former Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour—the real-life inspiration for Miranda Priestly—attended alongside the fictional editor's portrayer.
Fan reactions to the trailer have been passionate and divided. One viewer commented on social media: "I know they want to make it look like she doesn't care about people to the point she forgot Andy and Emily but it actually looks like she has dementia." Another countered: "Media literacy is dead. It's a running gag. Plus it's Miranda's way of asserting power and control over the assistant that got away—the one that chose to leave. How is that not obvious??!?!"
Emily Blunt's Return to High Fashion
Speaking about returning to her role, Emily Blunt revealed that stepping back into the world of high fashion proved to be a "rude awakening," suggesting that the sequel will explore how both the characters and the industry have evolved since we last saw them.
Release Date Confirmed
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is scheduled for release on 1 May 2026, giving fans plenty of time to speculate about Miranda's mysterious memory lapse and anticipate the fashion world showdown that awaits.
