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Prada Sequel Needs $250M to Break Even
30 Apr
Summary
- The Devil Wears Prada sequel is projected to need $250 million to break even.
- The original film earned over $326 million worldwide on a $35 million budget.
- The sequel is slated for release on May 1, 2026, with a $100 million budget.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is scheduled to hit theaters on May 1, 2026, with hopes of replicating the original's success. The sequel reportedly carries a budget of $100 million, not including marketing costs. To achieve profitability, the film is estimated to need a worldwide box office gross of around $250 million, utilizing a 2.5x budget multiplier for break-even.
The 2006 original, The Devil Wears Prada, was a critical and commercial triumph, earning $326.5 million globally on a $35 million budget. Projections for the sequel indicate a strong opening weekend in North America, potentially between $95 and $105 million. If it mirrors its opening performance internationally, a global debut of approximately $190 million is anticipated.
The plot of the sequel will explore Runway Magazine's adaptation to a digital media landscape. Miranda Priestly and Andy Sachs will confront new challenges, including navigating competition from a former assistant and striving to maintain the magazine's relevance. The film features original cast members like Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, alongside Emily Blunt.
