The highly anticipated first trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 has officially premiered today, delivering a major narrative twist that will surprise fans of the original 2006 cinematic phenomenon. The sequel sees the return of the iconic trio: Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs, Meryl Streep as the formidable Miranda Priestly, and Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton.
A Dramatic Return to Runway Magazine
Based on Lauren Weisberger's novel, the original film followed journalism graduate Andy Sachs as she navigated the cutthroat world of high fashion at Runway magazine, serving as junior assistant to the demanding editor-in-chief, Miranda Priestly. The sequel, set nearly two decades later, picks up with Andy's unexpected return to the publication.
Andy's Surprising New Role
The new trailer reveals that Andy has not only returned to Runway but has been promoted to the position of features editor. This development leaves her former workplace rival, Emily Charlton, who remains at the magazine, visibly shocked and suggests their competitive dynamic is far from resolved.
In a pointed exchange during their first meeting, Emily remarks to Andy, "You've changed. You're much more confident. You kept those eyebrows, though, didn't you?" This line, reported by OK!, immediately rekindles their adversarial relationship.
Miranda's Memory Lapse
In a particularly surprising twist, the trailer discloses that Miranda Priestly appears to have completely forgotten Andy's identity. As Andy enters Miranda's office, Nigel, played by the returning Stanley Tucci, quips, "Well, look what T.J Maxx dragged in." Miranda, looking bewildered, questions, "Sorry? Who is this? Do you know her? Do I know her?" to which Nigel responds, "She was one of the Emilys."
Expanded Cast and Release Details
The sequel will introduce several new characters, with a fresh cast that includes:
- Kenneth Branagh
- Simone Ashley
- Justin Theroux
- Lucy Liu
- Patrick Brammall
- Caleb Hearon
- Helen J. Shen
- Pauline Chalamet
- B.J. Novak
- Conrad Ricamora
Additionally, Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman will reprise their roles as Lily and Irv from the original film.
UK audiences can mark their calendars for the film's release on 1 May. An official synopsis accompanying the trailer states: "Almost 20 years after making their iconic turn as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel—Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to the fashionable streets of New York City and the sleek offices of Runway Magazine in the eagerly awaited sequel to the 2006 phenomenon that defined a generation."
The trailer has generated significant buzz, promising a blend of nostalgia and new drama as these beloved characters reunite in the ever-evolving world of fashion journalism.
