‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Charges to a Huge Box Office Debut

‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ has stormed into theaters with the kind of opening that studios spend years chasing, and early reports put the sequel on track for $75 million to $80 million in the U.S. and roughly $180 million worldwide.

That number matters beyond one weekend. The 20th Century release reunites Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt, turning a familiar title into a major event. It also arrives as the first female-led property to launch the summer box office, giving exhibitors and studios a pointed reminder that audiences still show up for star power, recognizable stories and a film that feels like a shared cultural moment.

This opening suggests the market still responds fast when a sequel pairs nostalgia with a cast audiences already trust.

The size of the debut also speaks to timing. Summer starts with enormous pressure on every would-be tentpole, and a strong launch can shift the mood across the industry. In that sense, ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ does more than sell tickets. It gives theaters fresh momentum and offers a clear signal that a sequel driven by character, chemistry and audience affection can compete at blockbuster scale.

What comes next will decide whether this becomes a hot opening or a true theatrical run with staying power. The key question now centers on word of mouth and whether the film can hold its audience in the weeks ahead. If the numbers hold, this sequel will not just rank as a hit; it will sharpen the industry’s view of what kinds of stories can anchor the summer and how much room still exists for female-led franchises at the center of the box office.