Look, let’s be honest for a second.
We all still think about Andy Sachs.
You know, the one who threw her phone at the bathtub.
We all wish we could send that text to our own toxic bosses, right? But while the movie came out almost two decades ago, the question on everyone’s lips hasn’t really gone away.
It’s the one million dollar question: Is ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ actually happening?
So, I’ve been digging through the latest Hollywood grapevines, and honestly? The situation is a bit of a mixed bag.
There are whispers of a sequel, sure, but there are also some pretty big roadblocks.
If you’re hoping for a glossy new poster of Miranda Priestly strutting down a runway this year, you might want to manage your expectations.
Let’s break down what we know, what we don’t, and why Meryl Streep’s involvement is the biggest mystery of them all.
Does ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Even Exist in Production?
Okay, let’s start with the cold, hard truth.
If you were looking for a press release today saying, “Hey, Anne Hathaway and Meryl are filming next month,” you’re going to be disappointed.
As of right now, there isn’t an official green light for a theatrical release.
The studio has been pretty quiet on the matter, which usually means one of two things: either they are keeping it secret (which happens in Hollywood), or they are waiting for the right moment to announce it.
From what I’ve seen in the industry, most major sequels need a solid script before they lock in a start date.
And the script for ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’? It’s currently stuck in “development hell,” or at least that’s what the insiders are saying.
But don’t lose hope yet.
Sometimes, a franchise sits on the shelf for years and then suddenly pops up because a streaming platform picks it up.
Here’s the interesting part.
The Book vs.
The Movie Dilemma
Here is where it gets tricky.
You have to remember that ‘Devil Wears Prada’ was based on Lauren Weisberger’s book of the same name.
And Weisberger wrote a sequel.
It’s called Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns.
- The Timeline Conflict: In the book, Andy and Emily move to London, and Miranda eventually comes back into the picture to make Andy’s life miserable again.
Andy is now an editor, but she’s married to a guy who is…
well, not perfect.
- The Studio Hesitation: The problem? The book was published back in 2013.
Most fans agree that the energy of the first movie works best when Andy is the ambitious intern fresh out of college.
Taking it 10 years later feels like a bit of a stretch, and the studio knows this.
They don’t want to risk alienating the core audience.
Why Meryl Streep’s Return is the Biggest Hurdle
If there is a ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’, everyone knows it doesn’t exist without Miranda Priestly.
But Meryl Streep is…
well, Meryl Streep.
She’s got a career that spans decades, and she picks projects that challenge her.
And honestly, she’s been pretty vocal about not wanting to repeat herself.
There was a rumor a while back that she was hesitant to return because the script didn’t feel right.
In real situations, if the script isn’t there, the actors won’t show up.
But let’s not count the Queen of Broadway out just yet.
Sometimes, a really juicy role is all it takes to get her back on board.
But for now? It’s purely speculative.
What About Anne Hathaway?
Anne Hathaway has been a little more diplomatic.
She’s said things like, “I think the story is done,” and “I don’t think there is a story to tell.” This is actually a pretty smart move for her.
It protects the legacy of the original movie.
The first one is a classic; the second one has a massive shadow to step out of.
If Hathaway feels the story is complete, that’s a pretty strong argument against a sequel.
What Would ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Even Be About?
Just for fun, let’s speculate. Here’s the interesting part.
If they do make it, what would the plot be?
One popular theory is that Andy is now the boss.
She’s the editor-in-chief. Here’s the interesting part.
She’s trying to make her own mark, but she’s finding out that being the boss is actually harder than being the assistant.
She has to deal with budgets, deadlines, and interns who think they’re better than they are.
It’s the classic “power corrupts” trope, but it’s one we haven’t seen on screen yet.
It would be a cool commentary on the fashion industry, showing that the hierarchy never really changes—just the names at the top.
When Could We See It?
If a script finally gets approved and the cast signs on, we’re probably looking at a 2026 or 2027 release date.
Filming takes a long time, especially with fashion shoots and high-profile locations.
It’s a massive production.
Conclusion: Should We Keep Waiting?
Oddly enough,
I think the short answer is yes, but with a grain of salt.
The world still talks about this movie because it tapped into something real—the fear of a boss, the desire to succeed, and the confusion of growing up.
It’s a timeless story.
But Hollywood is a business.
They won’t make a sequel unless they are sure it will make money.
Oddly enough,
For now, we just have to keep scrolling through our feeds hoping for a tweet from Weisberger or a paparazzi shot of Hathaway on a subway.
Until then, we’ll just have to re-watch the original for the 50th time.
But there’s a catch.
What do you guys think? Do we really need a sequel, or should we leave the masterpiece alone? Let me know in the comments.
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Now think about that for a second.
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