Quick Read
- The full trailer for ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ has been released, featuring the return of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci.
- Anne Hathaway’s character, Andy Sachs, returns to Runway magazine as a features editor.
- The sequel’s plot revolves around Miranda Priestly and Runway facing the challenges of declining print media in 2026.
- Emily Charlton (Emily Blunt) is now the head of a luxury brand and in conflict with Miranda.
- The film is set for theatrical release on May 1, 2026, directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna.
NEW YORK (Azat TV) – The highly anticipated full trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 has officially dropped, offering fans their first comprehensive look at the return of Miranda Priestly, Andy Sachs, and the iconic Runway magazine universe two decades after the original film. Released recently, the preview confirms Anne Hathaway’s Andy Sachs stepping back into the high-stakes world of fashion journalism, this time as Runway’s features editor, while Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci reprise their beloved roles.
The sequel, set to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, from Disney’s 20th Century Studios, delves into the evolving landscape of print media in the modern era, with Miranda Priestly navigating the industry’s challenges. The trailer highlights key reunions and new character dynamics, reigniting excitement for a film that revisits an aughties classic.
Trailer Highlights Andy’s Return and New Dynamics
The recently released trailer provides a detailed glimpse into the lives of the beloved characters two decades later. A central reveal is Andy Sachs’s return to Runway, not as an assistant, but as its features editor. Stanley Tucci’s sharp-tongued art director, Nigel, humorously greets her with, “Well, look what T.J. Maxx dragged in…” signaling her unexpected comeback.
The trailer also features a reunion between Andy and her former fellow assistant, Emily Charlton (Emily Blunt), now head of a luxury brand. Emily observes Andy’s transformation, noting, “You’ve changed. You’re much more confident. You kept those eyebrows, though, didn’t you?” This exchange, reported by The Hollywood Reporter, underscores Andy’s personal and professional growth since her initial departure from Runway.
Despite the initial teaser showing Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) and Andy meeting in an elevator, the full trailer hints that Miranda initially doesn’t remember Andy, adding a layer of intrigue to their renewed professional relationship. Glimpses of Miranda and Nigel at the Met Gala also suggest the sequel will maintain the original’s opulent aesthetic and high-fashion events.
Plot Developments and Character Evolution in The Devil Wears Prada 2
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is poised to explore significant plot developments, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by print media in 2026. Miranda Priestly and Runway magazine are depicted grappling with a difficult and declining industry landscape, a narrative point confirmed by ScreenCrush and Deadline. This provides a contemporary backdrop for the returning characters and their evolving careers.
Andy’s journey since leaving Runway has been one of global exploration and investigative journalism, a career path that costume designer Molly Rogers told Vogue has shaped her fashion choices. Anne Hathaway herself shared that she pitched the idea of Andy traveling the world for 15 years as a writer, learning to curate a ‘fabulous wardrobe’ through thrifting and leveraging her ‘education at a place like Runway’ to spot hidden gems. This explains her distinctive ‘New York style’ which contrasts with the usual ‘heel-clackers’ of the fashion world.
Emily Charlton, meanwhile, has ascended to lead a luxury brand, placing her in a new dynamic of potential conflict with Miranda. Emily Blunt reflected on reprising her ‘lunatic’ character, telling Vogue, “This character seems to be the glove that fits rather too easily for me. Maybe I should question myself on that: why it seems so easy to step back into her.”
Behind the Scenes: Cast, Crew, and Fan Excitement
The sequel sees the return of original director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna, who penned the first film’s screenplay based on Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 novel. Weisberger also released a follow-up novel, Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns, in 2013, which serves as the basis for the new film. Wendy Finerman and Karen Rosenfelt are producing the sequel, with Michael Bederman and McKenna as executive producers.
In addition to the core quartet of Streep, Hathaway, Blunt, and Tucci, the film introduces a host of new talent including Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, Lucy Liu, Patrick Brammall, Caleb Hearon, Pauline Chalamet, B.J. Novak, and Conrad Ricamora.
The cast expressed immense enthusiasm for the sequel and the overwhelming fan interest during filming. Meryl Streep described the experience as “like going into the back of your own closet and finding something, thinking, Oh, I wonder if this still fits?” She recounted a ‘jubilant’ reception on Sixth Avenue, a filming location from 20 years prior where nobody was interested then. “I got changed, got out of my camper, and just heard this roar!” Streep told Vogue, also noting the ‘even crazier’ crowds dressed as Miranda during the wannabe Met Ball shoot.
Emily Blunt, however, also highlighted the industry’s shift, noting to Vogue that the ‘attention and obsession with the quick consumption of this movie before it’s even out … in many ways is emblematic of how our industry and our lives have changed.’
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is poised to blend nostalgic appeal with contemporary relevance, addressing the evolution of media and personal identity within the fast-paced fashion world.
The return of the original cast and the decision to tackle the declining print media landscape suggest the sequel aims to be more than just a nostalgic revisit, instead leveraging its iconic characters to reflect on modern industry challenges while catering to a dedicated fanbase.