More than 20 years on from the release of the first The Devil Wears Prada film, the stars reunited on a remarkably sunny evening in London to celebrate the release of its sequel.
The original cast members Meryl Streep , Anne Hathaway , Emily Blunt , and Stanley Tucci all reprise their roles in the film, with additions to the lineup including Simone Ashley (Bridgerton) and Kenneth Branagh.
Much like in the original 2006 film, the focus is on the lives of the colourful main characters and how they navigate the world of fashion journalism in an ever-changing media landscape.
Anne Hathaway – ‘It Was So Much Fun’
Speaking to the BBC on the red carpet, Hathaway said it was “so much fun” to be part of the film again after having “that initial instinct 20 years ago” to sign on to the original project.
Hathaway, who played aspiring journalist Andy Sachs in the original, returns to the franchise that helped cement her as a Hollywood star.
Emily Blunt – ‘Like a Comfortable Pair of Old Slippers’
Emily Blunt , who played the sharp-tongued assistant Emily Charlton, said returning to her iconic role “was effortless – like a comfortable pair of old slippers.”
Blunt, who said her kids “loved” the film when they saw it this week, admitted she didn’t know the original was “going to have this epic life and multi-generational embrace.”
| Blunt Quote | Insight |
|---|---|
| “Effortless – like a comfortable pair of old slippers” | Returning to role felt natural |
| “Didn’t know it was going to have this epic life” | Surprised by original’s lasting impact |
| “When thousands of people hit the streets to watch us film, I was like, ‘oh wow, this is nuts'” | Realized sequel’s cultural weight during filming |
“When we started shooting the second one, I don’t know that we imagined it would have the fever that it did. And we really were expecting to just shoot the sequel and people might be excited. But when thousands of people hit the streets to watch us film, I was like, ‘oh wow, this is nuts.’”
New Faces – Amelia Dimoldenberg’s Cameo
Content creator and social media star Amelia Dimoldenberg (known for Chicken Shop Date) makes a short cameo in the film and said she “can’t believe” she’s in it “for even a moment.”
| Dimoldenberg Quote | Emotional Connection |
|---|---|
| “I remember seeing it when I was 12 years old” | Personal history with the film |
| “I went to the cinema to see it” | First theatrical experience |
| “I don’t want to sound dramatic but I do think it changed my life” | Profound impact |
| “The reason why I went and studied fashion journalism” | Career inspiration |
| “I always wanted to work in magazines because of watching this movie” | Direct influence |
| “I found it very emotional to be there on set in New York” | Full-circle moment |
Dimoldenberg’s cameo represents the film’s connection to a generation who grew up watching the original.
Caleb Hearon – Keeping It ‘Pretty Cool and Normal’
Comedian and writer Caleb Hearon , who plays one of Miranda Priestly’s assistants in the new film, said he had always been a huge fan of The Devil Wears Prada but assured us he “kept it pretty cool and normal” when on set with his heroes.
“It was very, very exciting and humbling and honouring to be around all the incredible people who worked on the film, but I hope I was normal – someone tell me if I wasn’t normal,” he joked while looking towards his cast mates who were getting pictures behind him.
Simone Ashley – ‘One of the Highlights of My Career’
Simone Ashley , known for her role in Bridgerton , is also part of the new generation of Miranda’s assistants in the film. She called her role “one of the highlights of my career.”
“Emily [Blunt], Annie [Hathaway], Stanley [Tucci] and Meryl [Streep] – everyone was just so wonderful, so lovely, I’ve got so many fond memories working with them and yeah, it was kind of a masterclass for me just watching them.”
| Ashley Quote | Meaning |
|---|---|
| “One of the highlights of my career” | High praise from rising star |
| “A masterclass for me just watching them” | Learning from legends |
The Original Cast – Reprising Iconic Roles
| Actor | Original Role | Role in Sequel |
|---|---|---|
| Meryl Streep | Miranda Priestly | Reprises (details under wraps) |
| Anne Hathaway | Andy Sachs | Returns |
| Emily Blunt | Emily Charlton | Returns |
| Stanley Tucci | Nigel | Returns |
| Simone Ashley | New assistant | New addition |
| Kenneth Branagh | Unknown | New addition |
| Caleb Hearon | Miranda’s assistant | New addition |
The original film, released in 2006, was based on Lauren Weisberger’s novel and became a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $326 million worldwide and earning Streep an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
The Premiere – A ‘Remarkably Sunny’ London Evening
The London premiere took place on a “remarkably sunny” evening – a pleasant surprise for the outdoor red carpet event. Cast members posed for photos, signed autographs, and spoke with reporters about their experiences returning to the franchise.
| Premiere Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | London |
| Weather | “Remarkably sunny” |
| Attendees | Original cast + new additions |
| Red carpet interviews | BBC and other outlets |
Release Date – In UK Cinemas May 1
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is out in UK cinemas on May 1, 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| UK release | May 1, 2026 |
| Director | Not specified in this report (original director David Frankel not confirmed) |
| Studio | Not specified |
The May release positions the film for spring/summer audiences , capitalizing on nostalgia while appealing to new viewers.
The Devil Returns – And the Fans Are Ready
Twenty years after Andy Sachs first walked into the Runway offices – ill-prepared but determined – the cast of The Devil Wears Prada has reunited for a sequel. The London premiere brought together original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci alongside new additions Simone Ashley, Kenneth Branagh, and cameo star Amelia Dimoldenberg.
For fans who grew up quoting Miranda Priestly (“Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.”), the sequel is highly anticipated. For a new generation discovering the original through streaming, the sequel offers an entry point.
As Emily Blunt noted: “When thousands of people hit the streets to watch us film, I was like, ‘oh wow, this is nuts.'” The fever is real – and it arrives in UK cinemas on May 1, 2026.
The devil, it seems, is still wearing Prada.
