Emily Blunt has made a playful jab at Anne Hathaway’s eyebrows in the first trailer for the highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada. In this new chapter, Blunt reprises her role as Emily Charlton, the former assistant navigating the fashion world, while Hathaway’s character, Andy Sachs, steps into the role of features editor at the fictional Runway magazine. This continuation explores how their paths cross again, with Blunt’s notable remark highlighting the evolving character relationships.
Familiar Faces and New Characters Join the Sequel
Meryl Streep returns as the intimidating editor Miranda Priestley, whose memory surprisingly fails to recall Andy’s time working under her despite their tumultuous history in the original film. The trailer opens with Miranda attending a glamorous event, accompanied by Madonna’s hit song “Vogue,” setting a stylish tone. Stanley Tucci’s character Nigel offers commentary through voiceover, calling Runway “a global icon.”
The sequel introduces fresh dynamics with Sir Kenneth Branagh portraying Miranda’s husband, alongside new talents Simone Ashley, Justin Theroux, and Lucy Liu, adding depth and intrigue to the story. Directed by David Frankel, the film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on May 1, marking 20 years since the first film premiered in 2006.
Key Moments and Dialogue Highlight the Sequel’s Tone
The trailer features witty interactions, including Nigel’s sarcastic greeting:
Well look what the TJ Maxx dragged in.
—Stanley Tucci, Actor. Miranda’s confusion over Andy is clear as she asks:
Sorry, who is this? Do you know her? Do I know her?
—Meryl Streep, Actor. Emily’s disbelief upon seeing the trio together is captured when she asks, Am I having a hallucination? and when pointing out the past overlap with Andy, Miranda quips, Really? Where was I?
A particularly pointed line from Miranda to Andy notes:
You’ve changed, you have – you’re much more confident. Kept those eyebrows though, didn’t you?
—Meryl Streep, Actor, underscoring Blunt’s eyebrow-related roast and the film’s subtle humor amid its character-driven drama.
The Sequel’s Anticipated Release and Its Significance
The Devil Wears Prada 2 arrives two decades after the original, reuniting iconic characters while introducing new players to the fashion saga. Its release is set to reignite interest in the Runway universe, offering fans both nostalgia and fresh storylines. As Emily Blunt, Anne Hathaway, and Meryl Streep revisit their roles, the film promises a mix of sharp wit, evolving relationships, and insights into the changing landscape of the fashion industry.
