Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt have made it clear that a third The Devil Wears Prada film is possible, but only if the script and the core cast line up just right. The three stars, who have stepped back into the world of Miranda, Andy, and Emily in the 20-year-later sequel, told PEOPLE that the key requirement is a story strong enough to justify another chapter.

They also stressed the importance of bringing back the original quartet, including Stanley Tucci as Nigel. The actresses framed the possibility of a third film as a creative decision rather than a nostalgic one. Hathaway noted that everyone involved would need to genuinely want to return, making it a collective commitment rather than a contractual obligation. Blunt reinforced that the “core four” dynamic is essential, pointing to the chemistry that defined the franchise.

Streep added a touch of humor, joking that the cast would need to stay alive long enough to make it happen. The remark highlights how much time has passed since the 2006 original while also acknowledging the realities of revisiting long-running characters. Together, their comments underline a shared focus on quality over momentum.

The current sequel already places its characters in a shifting media landscape, moving from print dominance to a more digital-focused world. That evolution creates narrative space for another installment, but the cast remains firm that any continuation must be earned through writing rather than driven by box office success alone.

And that box office success is already making a strong case for the story continuing.

A strong box office start fuels sequel momentum

The Devil Wears Prada 2 has entered the summer season with a powerful $233 million global debut, marking a significant return for the franchise. The film earned about $77 million in the United States and Canada, outperforming other early-summer releases and showing that audience interest remains high.

Internationally, the sequel has performed well in markets such as Italy, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and Mexico. The film’s fashion-driven narrative and returning cast have helped attract both longtime fans and newer audiences. Early reception suggests that viewers see it as more than a nostalgia play, giving it staying power in a competitive release window.

With the original film’s global total still within reach, the sequel now has room to build further momentum. Its performance could ultimately influence whether a third installment moves forward, especially if audience demand continues to hold steady in the coming weeks.

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Written by

Pratham Gurung

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Adiba Nizami