Edith Hejberg
The sequel’s plot focuses on Miranda Priestly navigating a crumbling print media landscape. She’s in desperate need of advertising revenue—and her former assistant Emily Charlton is now a major executive at Dior that controls exactly that.
Nearly 20 years after the original film became a cultural touchstone, The Devil Wears Prada is getting a sequel with almost the full cast returning. After years of conflicting interviews, production is now underway, bringing fashion and office-fights back.
From Denials to a Surprise Greenlight
Anne Hathaway famously shut down sequel rumors in 2022, saying, “It’s not gonna happen.” But by 2024, she softened her stance, hinting at how much the cast loved working together, even suggesting they’d be open to reuniting if the right story came along.
It turns out that story has finally arrived, with original screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna, director David Frankel, and producer Wendy Finerman also on board.
A New Battle Between Miranda and Emily
The sequel’s plot focuses on Miranda Priestly navigating a dying print media landscape. She’s in desperate need of advertising revenue and her former assistant Emily Charlton is now a major executive at Dior that controls exactly that.
The dynamic has shifted, and so has the power. This time, Emily might just be holding all the cards.
Dior, Drama, and a Billionaire Twist
Emily is now at Christian Dior, and she’ll reportedly wear head-to-toe Dior in the film. She also has a billionaire boyfriend, who is rumored to be inspired by Jeff Bezoz. The rumor has not been confirmed.
New Faces, Old Favorites
The cast is expanding in exciting ways. Simone Ashley joins in an undisclosed role, along with Lucy Liu, and many others. Returning characters include Tracie Thoms as Lily and Tibor Feldman.
One Character You Won’t See Again
Adrian Grenier’s Nate, Andy’s unsupportive boyfriend from the first film, will not be returning. The internet has already declared that development a win for humanity.
Lights, Camera, Couture: What’s Next
Filming is now in full swing across New York and Italy, with a teaser trailer already out on instagram, though it reveals almost nothing, except for the iconic logo. Still, buzz is building fast. The release date is currently set for May 1, 2026, promising a fashion-filled showdown.
