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‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Scores Big Debut as Reviews Hail Its Media Satire

Critics credit its pull to a sharp look at magazines run by clicks and billionaire owners.

Overview

  • The sequel, which opened in theaters Friday, May 1, drew about $77 million in the U.S. and roughly $233.6 million worldwide through opening weekend.
  • Early reviews are broadly positive, with about a 78% Rotten Tomatoes score and praise for the core cast’s return under director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna.
  • Coverage highlights a timely theme as Runway is portrayed under algorithm pressure, engagement targets, and billionaire influence, reflecting real newsroom cutbacks and HR‑policed workplaces.
  • Christopher Nolan lauded Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt’s performances on The Late Show, adding high‑profile praise to the early reception.
  • Studios have not announced a streaming date, and trade watchers guess a mid to late June digital rental window and an August or September debut on Hulu or Disney+, following recent release patterns.