Los Angeles, April 2 – The Oscar-winning actress Meryl Streep has revealed that the producers were more than willing to spend the money on the upcoming sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada."
Streep recently appeared on the talk show "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," where she told the host, "Twenty years ago, this type of film was considered a 'chick flick,' and that label hasn't really stuck, you know, especially after films like 'Barbie' and 'Mamma Mia,' which completely surprised the studios by showing that audiences wanted to see them because they featured women as the central characters."
She added, "So, they were willing to spend the money. We had to fight for our budget. And that's true. I think I've spoken with Greta Gerwig about this. It's also true that 'Barbie' surprised the studios in terms of its budget compared to other films. This one, honey, they spent the money."
"The Devil Wears Prada 2" is the upcoming sequel to the 2006 film, with an official trailer released ahead of its planned May 1, 2026 theatrical debut. Directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna, the film features the original cast members, including Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt.
The story is set years after the original and continues within the fashion publishing industry, focusing on the evolving media landscape and the decline of traditional print magazines. The character of Miranda Priestly remains central, navigating industry changes and shifting power dynamics.
Emily Blunt's character is depicted in a senior executive role with significant influence over advertising, creating professional conflict. The film retains the "Runway" magazine setting and builds on established character arcs. It is produced under Disney, which now controls the original studio's catalogue.