According to multiple outlets, a sequel to the 2006 hit film The Devil Wears Prada is officially in the works at Disney. Fans of the original film can look forward to seeing Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt reprise their iconic roles. With the anticipation building, the new movie promises to bring more drama, fashion, and unforgettable moments.
The Return of Iconic Characters
Meryl Streep will reportedly return as Runway editor Miranda Priestly, alongside Emily Blunt, who played her long-suffering assistant in the original film. E! News has contacted their reps for comment but has not heard back. The film’s original producer, Wendy Finerman, and screenwriter, Aline Brosh McKenna, are both currently attached, per Variety.
A New Chapter in the Fashion World
The sequel is set to focus on Miranda as she faces the decline of the once-prosperous magazine publishing business. According to Puck, the only person who can bail her out is her former assistant, Emily Charlton, who is now a high-powered executive at a luxury fashion group. Miranda needs the brand’s big advertising dollars to prove that everyone still wants to be her.
Anne Hathaway’s Absence
While fans will undoubtedly be thrilled about a sequel, Anne Hathaway has spoken about why she never needed to push for one. “I don’t think a continuation of that story is probably ever gonna happen,” she told E! News in March. Despite this, she remains grateful for how beloved the movie is, adding, “The reason that movie felt so special was that we were a team and we did that work, but it’s the love that everybody pours into it.”
Behind the Scenes of the Original Film
The original film adaptation began before The New York Times bestseller’s 2003 release, with Aline Brosh McKenna tasked with creating a new script. “I wrote a draft pretty quickly—it took me about a month,” McKenna told Variety. The lore of Vogue’s Anna Wintour created many challenges during production, including securing locations and wardrobe pieces.
Iconic Wardrobe and Locations
The wardrobe also presented a unique challenge. Initially, they needed help convincing notable designers to lend pieces for the film. Enter legendary costumer Patricia Field, who assembled a lineup of pieces from Donna Karan, Zac Posen, Rick Owens, and Prada. “She borrowed everything; we had to be very careful not to eat spaghetti at lunch,” noted Streep.
Streep’s Demand and Dedication
Before accepting the part, Streep made a Miranda Priestly-like move, asking for more pay. “The offer was, to my mind, slightly, if not insulting, not perhaps reflective of my actual value to the project,” she explained to Variety. She also insisted on specific scenes and contributed to Miranda’s iconic white hair look.
Blunt’s Unforgettable Audition
Casting the part of Emily was a journey. Frankel watched over 100 women audition for the role, but a casually dressed Emily Blunt caught his eye. Blunt’s British accent and sharp delivery transformed the character, and she even added memorable lines inspired by real-life encounters.
Stanley Tucci’s Improvisation
Stanley Tucci, who played Runway art director Nigel, accepted the part at the last minute and improvised some of the character’s most quotable moments. “I love the scene when Miranda is first coming up to the office, and everyone sort of panics,” Tucci reflected. Among his improvisations, “Gird your loins” made it into the final cut.
A Legacy Continues
The original cast’s camaraderie extended beyond the film. Tucci remained close with costar Blunt, even marrying her sister, Felicity Blunt. The new sequel promises to build on this legacy, bringing beloved characters back to the big screen for a new generation of fans.
As anticipation grows, fans eagerly await more updates on this exciting project. With Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt set to return, the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada is poised to capture the original’s magic while exploring new territory in the high-stakes world of fashion publishing.
Stay tuned for more updates on the sequel’s release date and further casting announcements. Until then, fans can rewatch the original and revel in the behind-the-scenes secrets that made it a timeless classic.
