Overview
- The sequel, which opened in theaters Friday, May 1, 2026, follows an April 20 Lincoln Center premiere and a global press tour.
- Early reviews are broadly positive, with about 75–79% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 61 on Metacritic, highlighting the leads’ performances and couture.
- The original stars and creative team return as the story tracks Runway’s pivot to digital, shrinking print issues, and the threat of layoffs.
- Designer and celebrity cameos — including Lady Gaga, Donatella Versace, and Marc Jacobs — deepen the film’s fashion-world sheen.
- Some coverage notes online complaints about a promo’s perceived Asian stereotype, with any impact on the release unclear.