Lady Gaga expected to appear as excitement builds ahead of May 2026 release
Almost 20 years after “The Devil Wears Prada” became a cultural phenomenon, Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway have officially reunited for the highly anticipated sequel, “The Devil Wears Prada 2.”
The first teaser, released by 20th Century Studios, has sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans of the 2006 classic.
Teaser Revives Iconic Elevator Scene
The 52-second teaser recreates the unforgettable elevator moment from the original film, set to Madonna’s ‘Vogue’.
Streep’s icy Miranda Priestly delivers a perfectly cutting greeting
“Took you long enough.”
Hathaway’s Andy Sachs responds with smirking composure, signaling the sequel’s return to the sharp wit and high-fashion attitude fans loved.
Though the teaser reveals little about the plot, it confirms a story deeply rooted in the evolving fashion world.
Plot Focus: A Digital Age Shake-Up
This time, the narrative centers on Miranda Priestly’s perspective, as she attempts to steer Runway through an era where print media is fading and the fashion industry is battling digital disruption.
Emily Blunt returns as Emily Charlton now a high-ranking executive at a luxury conglomerate. Her push for advertising revenue sets up new clashes with Miranda.
Stanley Tucci is back as Nigel, adding to the rich tapestry of returning characters.
New Cast Members Join the Runway Universe
The sequel expands the fashion world with a lineup of new faces, including:
- Kenneth Branagh as Miranda’s husband
- Simone Ashley
- Justin Theroux
- Lucy Liu
- Patrick Brammall
- Caleb Hearon
- Helen J Shen
- Pauline Chalamet
- BJ Novak
- Conrad Ricamora
Pop icon Lady Gaga is also expected to appear, fueling even more hype ahead of the film’s release.
Adrian Grenier, who played Andy’s boyfriend Nate, will not return.
Original Team Returns for a New Era
The sequel is helmed by returning director David Frankel, with the screenplay written by Aline Brosh McKenna.
Producers Wendy Finerman and Karen Rosenfelt also return, aiming to recreate the sharp, stylish humor that made the original a global box-office success, earning over $326 million worldwide.
A Fresh Take With Familiar Glamour
While the 2006 film explored Andy Sachs’ chaotic entrance into the world of high fashion, the sequel promises to broaden the lens, diving into how digital media, influencer culture, and shifting trends are redefining power in the fashion industry.
Fans are already celebrating the blend of nostalgia and contemporary relevance, as Runway Magazine prepares to walk its next cinematic runway.