The Devil Wears Prada 2 Crosses $700M Worldwide — How Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway Just Made Box Office History

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Just Became 2026's Hottest Sequel

Nearly two decades after the original film became a cultural phenomenon, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has officially stitched its way into box office history. The 20th Century Studios sequel, starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, has now crossed the $700 million mark worldwide — making it only the fourth Hollywood film of 2026 to reach that elite milestone.

At $706.7 million globally ($282.8 million domestic), the fashion-forward sequel has already surpassed the original 2006 film's entire theatrical run. That's a feat nobody saw coming when director David Frankel first announced he was returning to helm the follow-up.

A $77 Million Opening That Shattered Expectations

The Devil Wears Prada 2 didn't just open — it strutted. The film debuted with a massive $77 million opening weekend in North America, flying past the original's 2006 debut and instantly proving that audiences were starving for Miranda Priestly's return.

And let's talk about what happened behind the scenes. According to Variety, Meryl Streep reportedly earned $12.5 million for reprising her iconic role as the ruthless Runway magazine editor. But here's the twist — sources say Streep could have negotiated for even more, yet she deliberately chose to share the budget so her co-stars Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt could get equally generous paydays. That's the kind of move that keeps a cast loyal.

The film also temporarily dethroned Michael (the biopic that's been dominating with $800 million worldwide) at the box office, and held strong through the Memorial Day weekend when the overall box office hit a surprisingly robust $222 million.

Why It Works — And Where You'll Watch It Next

Early critical reactions were glowing. Variety reported that first reactions called the sequel "charming," "genuinely heartwarming," and destined to "be a massive hit." Even The Guardian, known for its tougher takes, admitted the film reunites "the old team with style."

For those who missed it in theaters, the sequel is expected to arrive on Disney+ and digital platforms in the coming months. Forbes reported that the streaming window could open as early as mid-summer 2026, following the theatrical run.

With competition from upcoming heavy-hitters like Toy Story 5, The Furious, and Marvel's VisionQuest arriving later this year, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has already locked in its place as one of 2026's defining cinematic moments. Prada indeed.