The Devil Wears Prada 2 Delivers Strong Thursday Previews and Eyes Massive Global Debut
The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved 2006 fashion hit is strutting into theaters with serious box office confidence. The Devil Wears Prada 2 kicked off its opening weekend with an impressive $10 million in Thursday night previews, setting the stage for what looks to be a blockbuster bow.
Industry estimates point to a domestic opening in the $70-100 million range over the three-day weekend, with worldwide totals potentially exceeding $180 million including strong international markets where the film is rolling out wide. That would mark one of the biggest launches for a non-franchise sequel in recent memory and a stylish way to launch the summer movie season.
Fans are turning out in force for the return of Meryl Streep as the legendary Miranda Priestly, alongside Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci. Directed once again by David Frankel, the film reunites the core cast nearly two decades later and is drawing crowds eager for more sharp wit, iconic fashion, and workplace drama with a couture twist.
Early ticket sales have outperformed several recent high-profile releases, signaling broad appeal especially among female audiences and longtime fans of the original. With no major competition in its lane this weekend, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is poised to own the runway at the box office.
Holdover titles like the Michael Jackson biopic Michael are expected to see moderate second-weekend drops but will still contribute to a solid overall frame. For now, all eyes are on thi