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"The Devil Wears Prada" Creators Hope For Third Film Sooner After Sequel's Global Success
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The sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada" has earned over $690 million worldwide — and its creators say a third film could come far sooner than fans had to wait for the second. Waco Tribune reported that director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna are both hopeful the franchise will keep going, buoyed by the sequel's strong box office performance and the original film's enduring popularity on Disney+ and Hulu.
The original "Devil Wears Prada" came out in 2006. Its sequel arrived nearly 20 years later. Creators say they do not want to wait that long again.
Sequel's $690 Million Haul Fuels Third-Film Talk
The sequel's global box office take of $690 million gave the franchise a major shot of momentum. According to Buffalo News, that financial success is a key reason why creators are now talking openly about a third film. Hollywood studios pay close attention to those kinds of numbers, and $690 million is hard to ignore.
The franchise also gets a steady stream of new viewers through streaming. The original film remains a fixture on Disney+ and Hulu, introducing younger audiences to Miranda Priestly and the world of high fashion. That ongoing viewership keeps the brand alive between films.
Frankel and McKenna Believe More Stories Are There
Director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna both believe there is still more story to tell. Crossroads Today reported that McKenna wrote the sequel quickly and differently from the original, finding fresh ways to place the beloved characters in new situations. That creative flexibility suggests a third film would not be a stretch.
Lee News noted that McKenna found a natural place for the characters to go, signaling the story has room to grow. Frankel echoed that optimism. Both seem eager to return to the world of Runway magazine — and they want to do it without another two-decade gap.
Twenty Years Between Films — But Not Next Time
The gap between the 2006 original and its sequel was nearly 20 years. That is a long time for any franchise. According to Press of Atlantic City, creators are now pushing to make a third installment happen on a much shorter timeline. The success of the sequel gives them a strong case to bring to the studio.
Long gaps between sequels can hurt a franchise. But in this case, the wait seemed to work in the film's favor. Fans who loved the original came back in force. Creators appear to be betting that enthusiasm will carry into a third chapter — if they can get it made soon.
Franchise Stays Alive Through Streaming Between Films
One reason creators feel confident about a third film is the franchise's streaming strength. The original "Devil Wears Prada" never really went away. It has lived on Disney+ and Hulu for years, pulling in consistent viewership. That kind of staying power is rare and valuable.
Star Herald reported that the sequel's global success, combined with the streaming footprint of the original, gives the franchise a strong foundation. For Hollywood, that combination — box office heat plus streaming longevity — is exactly the kind of signal that gets a third film greenlit.
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