The Devil Wears Prada hit theaters in 2006, and it garnered positive reviews from each critics and moviegoers. The comedy-drama, starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, also performed well on the box office. Its sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2, was released on May 1 and can complete five weeks in theaters this Friday. It currently holds a 78% critics’ rating and 84% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The sequel’s positive critical reception is reflected within the film’s box office performance. Despite the arrival of several newer releases like Obsession, Backrooms, and Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has found a spot among the many top ten titles on the domestic box office chart.
In comparison with the primary film’s $27.5 million opening, the sequel earned $76.7 million in its 3-day opening weekend in North America. After recently adding one other $5.9 million over the May 29-31 weekend, its cumulative domestic total has reached $210.9 million, as per Box Office Mojo. Combined with its $432.2 million international haul, The Devil Wears Prada 2’s worldwide total now stands at $643.1 million. Let’s take a more in-depth take a look at the 2 movies’ box office performance.
The Devil Wears Prada (2006) – Box Office Summary
- North America: $124.7 million
- International: $201.8 million
- Worldwide: $326.5 million
The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026) – Box Office Summary
- North America: $210.9 million
- International: $432.2 million
- Worldwide: $643.1 million
Budget, Break-Even & Theatrical Profit (Estimated)
Now, let’s take a take a look at the budgets, break-even points (calculated using the two.5x multiplier rule), and estimated theatrical profits of the 2 movies.
The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
- Budget: $35 million
- Break-Even: $87.5 million
- Theatrical Profit: $239 million
The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026)
- Budget: $100 million
- Break-Even: $250 million
- Theatrical Profit: $393.1 million
Can The Duology Cross $700 Million In Combined Profit?
Based on the above figures and calculations, the estimated combined theatrical profit of each movies is around $632.1 million. So, The Devil Wears Prada 2 still must earn greater than $67.9 million worldwide to take the duology’s combined theatrical profit past the $700 million mark. Keeping in mind the present stage in its theatrical run and competition from newer releases, crossing this profit milestone appears to be a difficult goal. Having said that, the ultimate verdict will change into clearer in the approaching weeks.
What’s The Plot Of Devil Wears Prada 2?
Directed by David Frankel, the sequel is predicted to give attention to Runway Magazine’s struggle to remain relevant in a digitally dominated media world. On this changing environment, Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) and Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway) must face recent challenges, including coping with a former assistant-turned-rival, Emily (Emily Blunt), and check out to maintain the magazine in business. The film also features Stanley Tucci, Justin Theroux, and Kenneth Branagh in key supporting roles.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Trailer
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