History of The Devil Wears Prada 2 in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 2, 2026

The Devil Wears Prada 2, released in 2026, is a comedy-drama sequel directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna. It continues the story from the 2006 film, with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci reprising their roles. Justin Theroux and Kenneth Branagh join the cast as new characters. The film likely explores the further adventures and challenges faced by the characters in the high-stakes world of fashion and media.

2003: Publication of The Devil Wears Prada novel

In 2003, Lauren Weisberger wrote the novel The Devil Wears Prada.

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2006: Release of The Devil Wears Prada film adaptation

In 2006, The Devil Wears Prada novel was adapted into a film.

2006: Release of The Devil Wears Prada

In 2006, the original movie The Devil Wears Prada was released, preceding the sequel.

2013: Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns Publication

In 2013, Lauren Weisberger wrote and published Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns, a sequel to her 2003 novel The Devil Wears Prada.

July 2024: Negotiations began for sequel to The Devil Wears Prada

In July 2024, Walt Disney Studios began negotiations for a sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2, with Aline Brosh McKenna returning to write the screenplay, and Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci reprising their roles.

July 2024: Development on The Devil Wears Prada 2 began

In July 2024, development on The Devil Wears Prada 2 began, with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci signing on to reprise their roles. Frankel and McKenna returned to direct and write, respectively.

June 30, 2025: Principal Photography Began

On June 30, 2025, principal photography began for The Devil Wears Prada 2, with David Frankel directing and Kenneth Branagh joining the cast.

July 21, 2025: Filming in Manhattan

During the week of July 21, 2025, Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Stanley Tucci were spotted filming in Manhattan for The Devil Wears Prada 2.

September 10, 2025: Airport Scene Shot in Newark

On September 10, 2025, an important airport scene for The Devil Wears Prada 2 was shot in Newark.

October 2025: Principal Photography Concluded

From June to October 2025, principal photography took place in Manhattan and Milan, with additional filming in Newark, New Jersey for The Devil Wears Prada 2.

October 17, 2025: Ashley Finished Filming

On October 17, 2025, Ashley finished filming her scenes for The Devil Wears Prada 2.

October 20, 2025: Filming Officially Wrapped

On October 20, 2025, filming officially wrapped for The Devil Wears Prada 2.

November 12, 2025: Teaser Trailer Release

On November 12, 2025, the first teaser trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 was released. It was reportedly the most-viewed comedy trailer in 15 years, with 181.5 million views in its first 24 hours alone.

November 2025: Additional Castings Revealed

Between July 2024 and November 2025, additional castings for new characters in The Devil Wears Prada 2 were revealed.

November 2025: Additional Cast Members Announced

By November 2025, Caleb Hearon, Helen J. Shen, Conrad Ricamora and Calum Harper were announced to have been cast in The Devil Wears Prada 2.

February 1, 2026: Full Trailer Release

On February 1, 2026, The Devil Wears Prada 2's first full trailer was released, recording 222 million views within its first 24 hours.

April 9, 2026: "Runway" Single Release

On April 9, 2026, "Runway", an original song performed by Lady Gaga and Doechii, was released as a single. The song was previewed in the second trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2.

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April 2026: Promotional Activities for The Devil Wears Prada 2

In April 2026, Anna Wintour appeared on the cover of Vogue alongside Meryl Streep and Streep and Hathaway traveled to South Korea to promote the film.