"Does it really need a sequel?": Internet divided as ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ gets official release date 

The Devil Wears Prada is officially returning in 2026 with a sequel. The movie was first released in 2006 and featured Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt.

The story revolves around Andrea, played by Anne Hathaway, a young woman who gets a job at a big fashion magazine and finds her boss, Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep, hard to please. Andrea works alongside Emily, played by Emily Blunt, who is also trying to impress Miranda and stay in her good books. The movie instantly became a hit after its release because of its unique storyline and cast.

As per The Wrap, the sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is all set to be released on May 1, 2026, twenty years after the release of part 1. As of now, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Anne Hathaway have not confirmed whether they are returning for the sequel.

As per the Hollywood Reporter, at the Red Sea International Film Festival, Emily also gave hints on the film by adding,

"There (are) rumblings. There is stuff churning around. But I don’t know if I can confirm anything. But we would all be delighted."

This has given fans hope that the original cast might reunite for the sequel, while some fans wonder if a sequel really is required, with one fan, @asianoppar, asking,

"Very good film but does it really need a sequel?"

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The internet reacts to the announcement of The Devil Wears Prada 2

The news of The Devil Wears Prada sequel is getting a lot of attention on the internet, with many media and fan accounts covering it. While some like the news, others are confused about whether part 2 is actually required, since the first movie has a defined ending.

Let's have a look at their reactions.

A user, @tallyohhh, wrote,

"I’m so glad we don’t have to wait two years for it to be released lol this is gonna do so well in the theaters"

Another user, @JamesMulamb, posted,

"Finally, I'm so excited for the sequel. It's going to be amazing."

A netizen, @AzZaid, tweeted,

"May 1st, 2026, is a date that will likely be circled on many calendars."

One more user, @kategracce, wrote,

"may 1, 2026, better have some killer fashion and devilish drama, or i'm out."

WHile many fans are indeed excited for a sequel after so many years, with all the fashion and drama it will bring to our screens, some fans have begun to wonder if creativity and originality are a thing of the past.

One user @SatyamInsights1, quipped,

"not every movie needs a sequel please be more creative"

Another user, @oceaniitobackup, questioned,

"They don’t know how to make new original movies anymore?"

The netizens remain divided, with some excited for the sequel while others question its need.

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As per The Wrap, The Devil Wears Prada 2 will revolve around Miranda Priestly facing problems with her magazine and asking Emily for help, who is now a top executive in a big fashion brand.