Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in The Devil Wears Prada 2. Credit: 20th Century Studios
Miranda Priestly and Andy Sachs are stepping back into the world of Runway — and fashion fans are already buzzing.
On November 12, 20th Century Studios unveiled the first trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2, the long-awaited sequel to the 2006 cult classic. The teaser marks the return of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci — the stylish quartet that made the original film unforgettable.
The brief trailer opens with Streep’s imperious Miranda Priestly gliding into an elevator at Runway magazine’s sleek headquarters. Moments later, Hathaway’s Andy Sachs steps in just before the doors close. Their silent yet charged exchange sets the tone for a film that promises as much power, wit, and high fashion as its predecessor. The studio kept details under wraps, teasing only one familiar line from the original: “Gird your loins.”
The Fashion World’s Fierce Return
Based on Lauren Weisberger’s bestselling novel, the 2006 The Devil Wears Prada followed Andy Sachs, a young journalist who lands a job as assistant to Miranda Priestly, the icy editor-in-chief of Runway. The movie became a cultural phenomenon, praised for its sharp humor, fashion-forward visuals, and the unforgettable performances by its cast.
In the sequel, Miranda and Andy find themselves in a dramatically changed media landscape. As traditional print magazines struggle to survive, Priestly faces her toughest challenge yet — maintaining Runway’s dominance in the digital age.
According to Variety, the plot centers on Miranda as she navigates the decline of print publishing while clashing with Emily Charlton (Blunt), now a powerful executive at a luxury fashion conglomerate that controls the ad dollars Runway desperately needs. The power dynamics have shifted — and the stakes are higher than ever.
A Star-Studded Ensemble Joins the Classic Cast
Alongside the returning stars, the sequel introduces an impressive lineup of new faces. Kenneth Branagh, Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, Pauline Chalamet, Patrick Brammall, and Caleb Hearon join the cast. Broadway actors Helen J. Shen and Conrad Ricamora also make their debut, while Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman reprise their roles as Lily and Irv.
Lucy Liu, 56, who joins the film in an undisclosed role, expressed her excitement about being part of the sequel. Speaking at a film industry event in New York, she said, “It’s always nice to be part of something that people are passionate about — especially something tied to fashion. Fashion can be whimsical, political, and timeless, all at once.”
A Date with Style
Fans won’t have to wait too long to see the drama unfold. The Devil Wears Prada 2 hits theaters on May 1, 2026.
With its iconic cast, witty dialogue, and sharp take on the evolving fashion world, the sequel promises to serve up everything audiences loved about the original — with a modern twist. As Miranda might say, “That’s all.”
