'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Is Finally Here — Meryl Streep Returns as Miranda Priestly in the Sequel Nobody Saw Coming

Miranda Priestly Is Back — and She's Not Happy

Twenty years after the original film redefined workplace fashion cinema, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has arrived on streaming, and yes — Meryl Streep is back as the iconic Miranda Priestly. The sequel, which landed on streaming platforms in July 2026, brings back Streep alongside Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton, with Anne Hathaway's Andy Sachs also returning in what's being described as a "pivot role" rather than a traditional lead.

Directed by David Frankel, who helmed the 2006 original, the sequel shifts the action from Runway magazine to the cutthroat world of digital fashion media. Miranda faces the decline of print publications and the rise of influencer-driven fashion — a battle that feels painfully relevant in 2026. The script, written by Aline Brosh McKenna (who also penned the original), updates the satire for an era where TikTok determines trends faster than any magazine editor ever could.

What Works and What Doesn't

Streep, now 77, slips back into Miranda's icy demeanor like she never left. The opening scene — a single-take shot of Miranda walking through a digital media startup while everyone freezes — is already being called an instant classic. Emily Blunt's Emily, now a fashion consultant for a streaming platform, gets some of the funniest lines in the film.

The more contested element is the reduced role for Hathaway's Andy. Without spoiling too much, Andy's arc takes a backseat to a new younger character played by Storm Reid, playing a Gen Z social media manager who becomes Miranda's new assistant. It's a generational handoff that some critics have found clunky, but others have praised for honestly depicting how the fashion world has changed.

Is It Worth Watching?

If you loved the original, absolutely. The Devil Wears Prada 2 doesn't capture the same lightning-in-a-bottle freshness, but it's a smart, self-aware sequel that earns its existence. Streep alone is worth the runtime, and the film's commentary on the death of print media and the chaos of digital fashion hits harder than you'd expect from a comedy.

The film is streaming now on Prime Video and available for digital rental on other platforms. Grab some popcorn and prepare to feel inadequate about your wardrobe.