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Devil Wears Prada 2: Budget Boosted by Barbie & Mamma Mia
2 Apr
Summary
- The Devil Wears Prada 2 is slated for a May 1, 2026 theatrical release.
- Meryl Streep credits 'Barbie' and 'Mamma Mia' for increased film budgets.
- Original cast members Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci return.
The eagerly awaited sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada' is scheduled for a theatrical debut on May 1, 2026. Meryl Streep, reprising her iconic role, shared insights into the film's production, noting a substantial budget increase.
Streep highlighted how recent box office successes like 'Barbie' (2023) and 'Mamma Mia' (2008) have shifted studio perceptions regarding films with women at their core. She mentioned that these successes, previously dismissed as 'chick flicks,' have encouraged greater financial investment in similar projects.
The sequel reunites original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci. Director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna are also returning to guide the narrative. The film introduces a fresh ensemble cast, including Kenneth Branagh, Simone Ashley, and Justin Theroux, while Tracie Thoms and Tibor Feldman reprise their supporting roles.
This renewed focus on female-led stories has evidently impacted the financial backing for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2,' a contrast to the budget challenges faced during the production of the original film two decades ago.
