Original Cast Reunites for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' World Premiere in New York

The world premiere of 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' took place on April 20, 2026, at David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in New York City. The event marked the red carpet reunion of the original four principal cast members—Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci—two decades after the release of the first film. The premiere was live-streamed on Disney+ and Hulu, beginning at 5:30 p.m. ET.

The Details

The red carpet was characterized by high-fashion statements from the lead cast. Anne Hathaway wore a custom Louis Vuitton red satin gown by Nicolas Ghesquière, featuring a corseted bodice with a sweetheart neckline, pointed horns, and a voluminous tea-length skirt, accessorized with pink gold Bulgari jewelry. Meryl Streep appeared in a Givenchy by Sarah Burton caped red dress, paired with statement sunglasses, black gloves, and Stuart Weitzman heels.

Emily Blunt wore a Schiaparelli spring 2026 dress featuring a structured bodice adorned with 25,000 silk thread feathers—a piece requiring approximately 4,000 hours of craftsmanship—paired with a tulle skirt and a dark red lip. Simone Ashley, who joins the cast as Amari Mari (Miranda's first assistant), wore a vintage high-low Prada dress styled by Rebecca Corbin-Murray with matching diamonds.

Lady Gaga also attended the event, wearing a black Saint Laurent gown from the fall 2016 collection. Gaga has a cameo in the sequel and contributed to the soundtrack with the song 'Runway,' recorded with rapper Doechii. The guest list included other notable figures such as Anna Wintour, Heidi Klum, Christian Siriano, and Lucy Liu.

The sequel is directed by David Frankel and written by Aline Brosh McKenna. This production, from 20th Century Studios and distributed by Disney, is scheduled for a wide theatrical release on May 1, 2026.

Context

The original 'The Devil Wears Prada' was released in 2006. This sequel arrives 20 years later, following Miranda Priestly as she navigates the decline of traditional magazine publishing. The plot centers on a conflict between Priestly and Emily Blunt's character, who has evolved into a high-powered executive for a luxury group controlling the advertising dollars Priestly needs.

The contrast between the two premieres is stark. The 2006 premiere at the L.A. Film Festival was more subdued, as designers were reportedly reluctant to provide clothing due to the film's critical portrayal of the fashion industry. Meryl Streep noted in a Vogue interview that 'everybody was afraid of Anna' during the first film's run.

In contrast, the 2026 press tour began in late March with stops in Mexico City and Seoul, featuring aggressive designer participation. Cast members also paid homage to the original film by wearing updated versions of the iconic 'cerulean blue' throughout the tour, including a custom J.Crew crewneck for Streep and fringed Sacai for Hathaway.

What's Next

The film's theatrical debut is set for May 1, 2026, following the momentum of the New York premiere. Industry analysts will be watching to see if the sequel captures the same cultural phenomenon as its predecessor, especially given the updated thematic focus on the digital shift in publishing.

Additional cast members to watch include Patrick Brammall, who plays the new love interest for Anne Hathaway's character, Andy Sachs, as well as Helen J. Shen. The film's rollout will likely continue to leverage its high-fashion ties to maintain visibility in the lead-up to the opening weekend.