BEHIND THE STITCH: ALANI
June 21, 2024
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Fashionistas, cinephiles, and fans of biting wit and impeccable style, rejoice–The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially happening. Nearly two decades after Miranda Priestly made “that’s all” the most terrifying mic-drop in cinematic history, the iconic film is returning with a sequel set to hit theaters on May 1, 2026. Reuniting the powerhouse trio of director David Frankel, screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna, and producer Wendy Finerman, the second installment promises a stylish and sharp update that reflects the current challenges of the fashion and media industries. This release date replaces the originally slated Avengers: Doomsday, now postponed to December 2026, placing Prada 2 in a prime blockbuster slot.
While the full cast list is still under wraps, reports strongly suggest that Meryl Streep will once again don the icy stare and couture of Miranda Priestly, while Emily Blunt is expected to return as the acerbic and ambitious Emily Charlton. Anne Hathaway, whose portrayal of Andy Sachs helped define the original film’s emotional arc, is currently in talks but has not officially signed on. Stanley Tucci, beloved as the droll and dedicated Nigel Kipling, has publicly expressed excitement about reprising his role. The mere hint of these reunions has already set the internet ablaze with anticipation, especially after the unforgettable mini-reunion of Streep, Hathaway, and Blunt at the 2024 SAG Awards.
The plot of The Devil Wears Prada 2 is rumored to pivot around the seismic shifts in both fashion and publishing. Miranda, still at the helm of Runway magazine, must navigate the decline of traditional print media in a digital-first world. Her survival strategy leads her to a complicated reunion with her former assistant Emily, who is now a powerful executive at a luxury fashion conglomerate with control over critical advertising budgets. The dynamic between these two iron-willed women is expected to drive the narrative, offering a fresh take on power, relevance, and reinvention in a cutthroat industry that refuses to slow down. If the plot sounds familiar, that’s because it might be drawing inspiration from Lauren Weisberger’s 2013 novel Revenge Wears Prada and the 2018 spinoff When Life Gives You Lululemons, both of which extended the saga beyond the silver screen.
Production is slated to begin in July 2025, with principal photography taking place across iconic fashion hotspots, including New York City and select locations in Italy. Filming is expected to wrap up by September 2025, giving the creative team ample time to weave together a film that captures the elegance, edge, and editorial warfare fans remember and crave.
The original 2006 film was a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $326 million globally and securing an Oscar nomination for Meryl Streep. Its impact extended far beyond box office numbers, influencing fashion trends, pop culture discourse, and the portrayal of women in power. With its return, The Devil Wears Prada 2 doesn’t just aim to revisit nostalgia, it seeks to redefine it, infusing relevance into a legacy. In an era where digital disruption and identity politics have reshaped the runway and the newsroom alike, the sequel has the opportunity to not only entertain, but challenge, reflect, and inspire.
As the countdown to May 2026 begins, all eyes are back on Runway. Will Miranda maintain her grip on the throne, or is the next generation of fashion power players ready to rewrite the rules? One thing’s for sure–this is not just a comeback. It’s a statement.
