‘The Devil Wears Prada’: Meryl Streep’s icy sass meets Anne Hathaway’s ambition. Are fans excited for the sequel?

Explore the enduring legacy of The Devil Wears Prada and fan excitement for its upcoming sequel, Devil Wears Prada 2.

“Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking!”

“By all means, move at a glacial pace. You know how that thrills me.” 

It has been 20 years since these dialogues first appeared on the silver screen. But they still convey the ice-cold sarcasm of Miranda Priestly, played by Meryl Streep in the iconic fashion-drama The Devil Wears Prada.

Centered around the story of a young Andrea ‘Andy’ Sachs (played by Anne Hathaway), the movie became a cultural touchstone and kickstarted the thrill of journalism and fashion in many, including this writer. It begins with a dewey-eyed Andy landing a job as the junior assistant to the editor of Runway, the terrifying Miranda Priestly (played by Meryl Streep). Through the movie, Andy goes through both physical and mental transformations, finally quitting the job and moving on, hopefully to kinder pastures.

From Hermes scarves flying in a New York street to unpublished Harry Potter memoirs, the movie is a whirlwind of high couture and the demands of the cut-throat industry.  In May this year, millions around the globe will watch the much-awaited sequel, Devil Wears Prada 2, promising the quintessential razor-ship wit and bold fashion statements. 

But more than just glitzy sarcasm, the movie has become a cultural phenomenon, beloved even by people who were born years after its release. Let’s explore why, through the opinions of fans.