After nearly two decades of rewatching The Devil Wears Prada (2006), fans are finally getting what once felt impossible: a sequel. The Devil Wears Prada 2 reunites Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci, but this isn’t a simple return to form — it’s a story about what happens when time, power and an evolving industry reshape everything around them, including themselves.
Set against the collapse of traditional media and the rise of digital influence, the sequel revisits these iconic characters at very different stages of their lives and careers. Relationships have shifted, loyalties have been tested and the cost of success looks very different than it did in 2006.
This cast guide to The Devil Wears Prada 2 breaks down every major returning and new character, exploring how their roles have evolved, how their dynamics have changed and what each brings to the next chapter of the Runway world.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 opens in theaters on May 1, 2026.
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Main Cast of ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
Sequels rarely bring back all the original major cast members — but that’s exactly what The Devil Wears Prada 2 delivers. Here’s a look at what to expect.
Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly (Returning)
Known For: The Devil Wears Prada (2006), Sophie’s Choice (1982), Kramer vs. Kramer (1979), The Iron Lady (2011)
Miranda Priestly doesn’t retire — she evolves and outlasts. In The Devil Wears Prada 2, she’s still editor-in-chief of Runway Magazine, but the world she once dominated is shifting beneath her. Print media is collapsing, social media are redefining influence and a looming scandal threatens the persona — and publication — she spent decades building.
What’s different this time is vulnerability — not in how Miranda presents herself publicly, but in the pressure points forming around her. For the first time, she’s not just managing the industry; she’s reacting to it. And crucially, she’s no longer the only one with power.
Streep’s original performance redefined the modern screen antagonist — controlled, precise and devastating without ever raising her voice. That same restraint now operates in a world where control is harder to maintain, making Miranda less of a fixed force and more of a strategist under pressure.
Anne Hathaway as Andrea “Andy” Sachs (Returning)
Known For: The Devil Wears Prada (2006), Les Misérables (2012), Interstellar (2014), The Princess Diaries (2001)
Andy Sachs left Runway Magazine determined to become a “serious” journalist. In The Devil Wears Prada 2, that path hasn’t held. She re-enters the story after being laid off — a detail that reflects the instability of modern media — and returns to the fashion magazine as Features Editor.
That return immediately reactivates old tensions, particularly with Miranda, but this isn’t the same Andy that was fine being pushed around. She’s no longer an outsider trying to survive the fashion world; she’s a professional who has seen another version of the industry fail.
Her dynamic with Emily is especially layered now. Once rivals operating under Miranda’s shadow, they now meet as equals — or near-equals — with very different philosophies about success. Andy represents adaptability and compromise, while Emily embodies power and control.
The core question around Andy remains intact but evolves: not whether she’ll lose herself to Runway, but whether she ever fully escaped it.
Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton (Returning)
Known For: The Devil Wears Prada (2006), Oppenheimer (2023), A Quiet Place (2018), Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
Emily Blunt’s character, Emily Charlton, has completed one of the most dramatic transformations from the first film to the new sequel. Once Miranda’s relentlessly anxious first assistant, she’s now a senior executive at Dior — and, more importantly, the gatekeeper of the advertising revenue Runway desperately needs.
This shift creates the film’s most compelling power reversal. Emily is no longer seeking approval; she’s the one granting or withholding it. Her relationship with Miranda is no longer defined by fear, but by leverage — and possibly lingering resentment.
There’s also an emotional undercurrent to her interactions with Andy. Their history is unresolved, shaped by competition, betrayal and survival. Now that both women have “made it” in different ways, the question becomes whether they recognize each other as peers — or still see the past.
Emily hasn’t softened. If anything, she’s become a sharper, more controlled version of the person she once tried to be.
Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling (Returning)
Known For: The Devil Wears Prada (2006), Big Night (1996), Julie & Julia (2009), The Lovely Bones (2009)
Nigel remains the emotional and moral anchor of Runway – and of Miranda Priestly herself. As Miranda’s most trusted confidant, he occupies a unique position: close enough to power to influence it but detached enough to see its cost clearly.
In the sequel, Nigel’s role becomes even more important as the magazine faces instability. He understands both the legacy of Runway and the realities of the modern industry, positioning him as a bridge between past and present.
His relationships with Andy and Emily also carry weight. He was instrumental in Andy’s transformation in the first film, and he understands Emily’s evolution better than anyone. That gives him a rare perspective across all three central characters — and makes him the one most capable of calling out hard truths.
Justin Theroux as Benji Barnes (New)
Known For: The Leftovers (2014–2017), Mulholland Drive (2001), Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)
Benji Barnes enters the story as Emily Charlton’s love interest, described as “forward-leaning, rich and stupid.” That description is less a throwaway joke and more a signal of how the film views the ecosystem around high fashion.
Benji represents a certain kind of modern wealth — adjacent to power but not necessarily understanding it. His relationship with Emily has the potential to highlight her priorities: whether she tolerates, controls or outgrows the kind of personality he embodies.
He’s not positioned as an equal to Emily, which may be the point. In a film centered on power dynamics, Benji functions as a contrast — someone who has access without discipline, in a world where Emily has earned both.
Kenneth Branagh as Stuart (New)
Known For: Belfast (2021), Henry V (1989), Murder on the Orient Express (2017), Much Ado About Nothing (1993)
Stuart is Miranda Priestly’s new husband, and his presence introduces a dimension the original film largely avoided: Miranda’s life outside of Runway.
In the first film, the collapse of Miranda’s marriage was handled with striking brevity, offering a rare glimpse into the personal cost of her ambition. The sequel revisits that idea, but from a different angle — what it means for Miranda to try again.
Stuart’s role will likely be defined by contrast. Is he supportive where her previous partner wasn’t? Or does he represent another version of the same imbalance between Miranda’s public power and private life?
Simone Ashley as Amari Mari (New)
Known For: Bridgerton (2022–2026), Sex Education (2019–2020)
Amari Mari, the new first assistant at Runway, has been described by Meryl Streep as “a Miranda-in-training,” which immediately positions her within the film’s central theme: transformation.
Unlike Andy in the original film, Amari doesn’t appear resistant to the demands of the job. She embraces them. That distinction is critical — she isn’t navigating the world of fashion reluctantly; she’s actively shaping herself to succeed within it.
Her presence creates a generational mirror. Where Emily once embodied ambition under pressure, Amari represents ambition without hesitation. That makes her both an asset to Miranda and a potential long-term threat.
Supporting Cast of ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
The supporting cast reinforces the film’s expanded world, connecting personal relationships to the broader industry:
- Tracie Thoms as Lily (Returning): Andy’s closest friend, likely continuing to ground her outside the Runway bubble.
- Tibor Feldman as Irv Ravitz (Returning): The Runway chairman, representing corporate pressure and institutional priorities.
- Lucy Liu as Sasha Barnes (New): Benji’s ex-wife, potentially adding complexity to his relationship with Emily.
- Patrick Brammall as Peter (New): Andy’s new love interest, offering a contrast to her past relationships and career choices.
- Caleb Hearon as Charlie (New): Miranda’s current second assistant, working directly under Amari — and likely experiencing the same pressures that once defined Emily and Andy.
- Helen J. Shen as Jin Chao (New): Andy’s assistant, reflecting Andy’s new position of authority.
- B.J. Novak as Jay Ravitz (New): Likely connected to the corporate side of Runway, extending Irv’s influence.
- Rachel Bloom as Tessa (New): Another connection to Andy’s personal life, reinforcing the divide between her career and identity.
- Pauline Chalamet, Conrad Ricamora (New): Roles currently under wraps but expected to support the fashion/media ecosystem.
Cameos to Watch For
As with the original film, The Devil Wears Prada 2 leans into fashion-world authenticity with high-profile cameos, blurring the line between fiction and reality:
Donatella Versace, Lady Gaga, Ciara, Ashley Graham, Naomi Campbell, Heidi Klum, Calum Harper and Jon Batiste are all expected to appear, adding texture and credibility to the film’s depiction of the modern fashion industry.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 brings back more than just its iconic cast — it reunites the original creative team, including director David Frankel, screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna and producer Wendy Finerman. That continuity gives the sequel the same sharp tone and perspective that made the 2006 film a classic.
The buzz is just as strong behind the scenes. The cast reunion had the internet in a chokehold when it was announced, and with Lady Gaga contributing to the film’s score, The Devil Wears Prada 2 blends nostalgia with modern star power.
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