The Devil Wears Prada 2: Will the trio Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt return for the sequel?

Disney has confirmed that a sequel to the iconic fashion film "The Devil Wears Prada" is officially in the works, with most of the original cast set to reprise their roles. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci are all in talks to return, marking a highly anticipated reunion for fans of the 2006 hit. Director David Frankel, who helmed the original film, is also slated to direct the sequel, according to Entertainment Weekly.

Long-Awaited Sequel Confirmed

Rumors of a sequel featuring the original cast have circulated for years, and now it seems these rumors are finally materializing. The first film centered around Andrea (Hathaway) and Emily (Blunt) navigating the high-stakes world of fashion under the formidable editor-in-chief Miranda Priestly (Streep).

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The sequel, however, will reportedly take a different angle, focusing on Priestly as she fights to salvage her career amidst challenges in the print magazine industry. Emily, now a senior executive in an advertising firm, will find herself on the opposite side of Priestly’s ambitions, as mentioned in the report by Collider.

Behind the Scenes

"The Devil Wears Prada 2" will be penned by Aline Brosh McKenna, who wrote the screenplay for the original film based on Lauren Weisberger's novel. Producer Wendy Finerman, who also worked on the first installment, is set to return.

While details about Weisberger's involvement in the sequel remain unclear, Disney, which now owns the original film’s distribution company, 20th Century, has kept tight-lipped about further specifics.

Reunion Rumors and Excitement

The trio of Hathaway, Blunt, and Streep has previously shown enthusiasm for a reunion. Their joint appearance at the SAG Awards earlier this year reignited speculation about the sequel’s development. Hathaway has previously expressed openness to revisiting the world of "The Devil Wears Prada," hinting at the possibility of a sequel, as per the Collider report.

Awaiting Further Details

As news of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" emerges just ahead of Disney’s D23 Expo, fans are eager for more information. The expo traditionally unveils new projects, making it a potential platform for updates on the sequel. Despite the excitement, no release date has been announced yet for "The Devil Wears Prada 2," leaving audiences eagerly anticipating further developments.

FAQs:

Is there a Devil Wears Prada 2?
Yes, a sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada" is in development, with discussions underway to bring back nearly all of the original leading actors from the 2006 movie. Puck initially reported that Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt have been approached to reprise their roles.

Why did Andrea quit Devil Wears Prada?
Miranda explains to Andy that she was already aware of the plot against her and sacrificed Nigel to preserve her position. Andy is horrified, but Miranda argues that Andy did something similar to Emily by accepting the Paris opportunity. Unwilling to adopt Miranda's ruthless tactics, Andy abruptly resigns and walks away from her job.