After years of fan speculation and hope, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially on its way—and it’s bringing both iconic veterans and exciting newcomers to the catwalk.
Returning Legends
Leading the sequel are the stars who made the original a fashion classic:
Meryl Streep returns as Miranda Priestly, the formidable editor-in-chief of Runway, now navigating a world where print struggles to compete with digital.
Anne Hathaway reprises her role as Andy Sachs, who left Runway years ago but finds herself pulled back into Miranda’s orbit.
Emily Blunt is back as Emily Charlton, now working in PR and going head-to-head with Miranda in the cutthroat world of fashion advertising.Stanley Tucci brings back Nigel, the style-savvy art director with wisdom and wit.
Tracie Thoms (Lily) and Tibor Feldman (Irv Ravitz) also return in supporting roles.
Fresh Faces, New Drama
Several A-listers and rising stars are joining the ensemble:
Kenneth Branagh will play Miranda’s new husband, bringing gravitas to her personal life.
Patrick Brammall has been cast as Andy’s new love interest, replacing Adrian Grenier’s Nate, who will not appear in the sequel.Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, Pauline Chalamet, and Simone Ashley are set to play a range of characters, from tech-savvy editors to ambitious influencers.
Other confirmed names include Caleb Hearon, Helen J. Shen, Conrad Ricamora, and Rachel Bloom, all of whom are set to spice up the high-stakes world of fashion media.
Plot & Themes
The Devil Wears Prada 2 explores the evolving media landscape. Miranda and Emily face a new era where influencer culture, social media metrics, and AI-driven branding challenge the traditional power of fashion magazines. Andy returns not as an assistant, but as a confident journalist caught between loyalty, ambition, and purpose.
Production Details
Filming began in June 2025, taking place in New York City and Italy.
David Frankel, who directed the original, returns to helm the sequel.Aline Brosh McKenna, the screenwriter of the first film, also penned the follow-up.
The film is scheduled for release on May 1, 2026.
Final Thoughts
With its original power players and an impressive new lineup, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is shaping up to be a must-watch sequel. Expect bold fashion, sharp dialogue, and a deep dive into how ambition and identity evolve with time.
Sources:
People.com – Devil Wears Prada 2 Cast News
The Cut – Everything We Know About The Sequel
E! Online – First Look at Anne Hathaway’s Return
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