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The Devil Wears Prada 2 Shatters Box Office Records — $233M Global Opening and What Critics Are Saying

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Miranda Priestly is back — and she’s breaking records. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” opened in theaters on May 1, 2026, and the sequel nobody knew they needed has become one of the year’s biggest box office stories. Eighteen years after the originalthe original a cultural touchstone, the Runway magazine crew returned to prove that fashion never goes out of style — and neither does Meryl Streep’s ability to command a screen.

Here’s everything you need to know about the film’s record-shattering opening, the cast drama, and what critics are saying.

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Box Office: A Runway Success

Let’s talk numbers, because they’re staggering. According to Variety, Deadline, and The Hollywood Reporter, The Devil Wears Prada 2 pulled in $10 million from Thursday night previews alone before exploding to a $32.5 million opening day Friday. By the end of its debut weekend, the film had earned $77 million domestically — triple the original film’s $27 million opening back in 2006.

Globally, the numbers are even more impressive. The film opened to $233-234 million worldwide, according to Disney, with $156 million coming from international markets. By its second weekend, Prada 2 held strong at #1 with $43 million, fending off competition from Mortal Kombat II ($40-41 million) and crossing the $400 million global mark within roughly two weeks.

For context, the original 2006 film grossed about $124 million domestically over its entire theatrical run. The sequel surpassed that in about a week.

This is officially the biggest domestic debut of Meryl Streep’s legendary career, and the biggest opening weekend for both Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt as well.

The Cast: Who Came Back (And Who Didn’t)

The core Runway family reunited for the sequel, with some notable absences. Meryl Streep returns as Miranda Priestly, reportedly earning $12.5 million plus bonuses — and in a move that made headlines, Variety exclusively reported that Streep shared her bonus wealth with co-stars to ensure everyone was properly compensated.

Anne Hathaway is back as Andy Sachs, now far removed from her assistant days but pulled back into Miranda’s orbit. Emily Blunt returns as Emily Charlton, and Stanley Tucci reprises his beloved role as Nigel. Both Blunt and Tucci’s characters reportedly face “shocking twists” that had Entertainment Weekly buzzing.

One notable absence: Adrian Grenier does not return as Andy’s boyfriend Nate. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the actor “blames backlash to his character” for declining to return. At least one other original cast member also reportedly turned down an invitation.

The behind-the-scenes dynamics were just as fascinating. Streep reportedly met with Vogue editor Anna Wintour for character research (the original Miranda Priestly was famously inspired by Wintour). And in a delightful real-life twist, Blunt and Tucci — who are in-laws in real life — reportedly had hilarious on-set moments that the cast says brought genuine warmth to their scenes.

What’s It About? (No Major Spoilers)

The creative team describes the premise in one perfect sentence: “What if Miranda got in trouble and Andy was the only person who could save her?”

The sequel takes a darker turn than the original, with Time magazine noting that the film’s more serious tone “makes it better.” A surprise death scene involving a returning character has been the subject of much discussion (we won’t spoil who), and the ending has been described by Slate as “fantastical” — including what EW calls a tribute to the 1988 classic Working Girl in the final shot.

A new original song by Lady Gaga and Doechii features prominently, and the screenwriter has gone on record with Forbes stating that the plot is definitively NOT inspired by Jeff Bezos, despite some online speculation.

Critical Reception: Certified Fresh

The Devil Wears Prada 2 is Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with what Collider and IMDb describe as a “groundbreaking” score. Critics are generally positive but not unanimous.

The New York Times, Boston Globe, The Guardian, and Forbes all praised the film, with particular attention to Streep’s performance and the emotional stakes. However, Deadline argued “More Is Less,” Fox News called it “chic but bland,” and the Jerusalem Post felt it “lacks original bite.”

Audiences, on the other hand, have been overwhelmingly enthusiastic. The response has been described as “Pure Fun From Start to Finish,” and the cast has already expressed eagerness for a third installment — with Blunt reportedly joking they “can’t wait 20 years” for the next one.

Should You See It?

If you loved the original — and let’s be honest, who didn’t? — The Devil Wears Prada 2 delivers exactly what fans have been waiting nearly two decades for. It’s bigger, darker, and more emotionally ambitious, without losing the sharp wit and killer fashion that made the first film a classic. Streep remains an absolute force of nature, and the chemistry among the returning cast is electric.

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Sources: Variety, Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, Entertainment Weekly, Forbes, Collider, IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, The New York Times, The Guardian, Time.

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