The Devil Wears Prada 2 Breaks Box Office Records: What’s Next for This Sequel?

Box Office Triumph for The Devil Wears Prada 2

The much-anticipated sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2, has made waves at the box office this weekend, achieving remarkable success both in the U.S. and internationally. Thanks to a boost from the Memorial Day weekend, the film has outperformed last summer's MCU hit, Thunderbolts, in domestic earnings. This accomplishment positions the Anne Hathaway-starring film as the fourth release this year to hit such impressive financial milestones.

Over the three-day weekend, The Devil Wears Prada 2 raked in an impressive $12.6 million at the North American box office. Analysts predict an additional $3.9 million on Monday, bringing the total for the extended four-day weekend to around $16.5 million. This surge has propelled the film past the $200 million mark in North America, with a current domestic total of $200.02 million after 25 days in theaters.

In contrast, Thunderbolts, which premiered last summer, earned $190.3 million during its domestic run. The Devil Wears Prada 2 surpassed this figure by Sunday, achieving a cumulative total of $196.1 million in under 25 days. This rapid success underscores the film's strong audience reception, especially in the competitive summer box office environment.

On the international front, the sequel has also performed admirably, bringing in $21.2 million during its fourth weekend abroad. However, this figure reflects a notable 57.8% decline from the previous weekend, likely due to a heat wave impacting Europe. Despite this drop, the film's international earnings have reached $408 million, pushing its global total beyond the $600 million mark, currently standing at $608.02 million.

Since its release on May 1, The Devil Wears Prada 2 is now projected to achieve a global total between $680 million and $710 million. As it continues to attract audiences, the film remains a formidable contender in the box office landscape, highlighting the lasting appeal of its cherished characters and narrative.