The Devil Wears Prada 2: the first reviews are very positive
Reviews are not yet available. But according to the first feedback posted online, the sequel seems to tick all the boxes: nostalgia, satire and the pleasure of finding the cast in great shape.
While The Devil Wears Prada 2 is released this Wednesday in France, the first reactions are starting to appear online after the press screenings in the United States. The official reviews remain under embargo until tomorrow, but on social networks, these first impressions are largely positive. Overall, the film is praised for addressing the chaotic current press situation, while being described as “charming and fun” and promised to be a “huge success”. Tweet review.
Journalist Daniel Baptista from The Movie Podcast talk about a sequel “fun and fierce“, adding: “The return of Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway feels completely natural. The film is familiar in the best way, very current, and well worth the wait.”
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 is a FUN and FIERCE sequel that makes a statement. Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep slip back into their iconic roles with ease and SERVE in every single frame. It feels familiar in the best way, timely in the right ways, and is well worth the wait. pic.twitter.com/oD1RUSEkID
— Daniel Baptista • The Movie Podcast (@dbapz) April 21, 2026
Variety’s Jazz Tangcay is even more enthusiastic: “The Devil Wears Prada 2 is phenomenal. The perfect sequel, which exceeds all expectations. The script by Aline Brosh McKenna is lively, intelligent and biting. This film will be cited for years to come. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt are always excellent. The costumes are sublime, and the soundtrack is incredible.”
Gird your far away, the devil is back in all her glory! Yes, #thedevilwearsprada2 is phenomenal. It is the perfect sequel that exceeded all expectations. Aline Brosh McKenna’s script is sharp and witty. We’ll be quoting this for years to come. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily… pic.twitter.com/FG58zwYa28
— Jazz Tangcay (@jazzt) April 21, 2026
For his part, Alex Werpin of the Hollywood Reporter speaks of a “biting media satire wrapped in fashion luxury”, adding: “All journalists who see it will have reactions of recognition…sometimes embarrassing.”
The Devil Wears Prada 2: A biting media parody wrapped up in high fashion. Every journalist who sees it will cringe from recognition.
— Alex Weprin (@alexweprin) April 21, 2026
Erik Anderson of Awards Watch goes in the same direction: “It’s hard to imagine that a fan of the first film could be disappointed. It’s funny, charming and full of very satisfying moments. Anne Hathaway remains a shining star. It’s both nostalgic and very current.”
The Devil Wears Prada 2 has no right to be as good as it is. Just the right kind and number of callbacks and earned nostalgia, Anne Hathaway continues to be our most vibrant star. It’s funny and deeper, and we get the return of “Vogue.” pic.twitter.com/6xTcfgnmND
— Erik Anderson (@AwardsWatchErik) April 28, 2026
Rachel Leishman Collider summarizes more bluntly: “Stanley Tucci made me cry twice. I loved it. No complaints.”
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2: Stanley Tucci made me cry TWICE. I loved it. No notes.
— Rachel Leishman (@RachelLeishman) April 27, 2026
Finally, Matt Neglia, founder of Next Best Picture, emphasizes the broader dimension of the film: “It’s funny, charming, with a real emotional payoff. The actors return to their roles as if time had not passed. And above all, the film is about the degradation of the media and those who fight to keep it alive. It’s not high art, but there’s real sincerity behind the glamour.”
Hard to imagine anyone who’s a fan of the first film being disappointed with THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2. It’s funny, charming, and filled with genuinely heartwarming payoffs. Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci slip back into their roles as if no time has… pic.twitter.com/9Wi9FMI6or
— Matt Neglia (@NextBestPicture) April 27, 2026
