‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ To Glam Up Start Of Summer Box Office With Near $180M WW Opening – Preview
The sequel 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is projected to open with a strong $73 million–$80 million domestically and nearly $180 million worldwide, benefiting from robust presales and international appeal. The film reunites original cast members and director, arriving almost 20 years after the first installment. Its release coincides with global holidays and promotional partnerships, boosting early momentum. Female-skewing counterprogramming and a Mother’s Day weekend boost may aid its staying power.
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L-R: Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci in 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Macall Polay /Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures /Courtesy Everett Collection Typically it’s the fanboys who fire off summer, but this year it’s the fangirls as 20th Century Studios/Disney’s anticipated The Devil Wears Prada 2 looks to keep the box office pizzazz going after the success of Lionsgate’s Michael. Prada 2 is looking at a $73 million-$80 million domestic start for what could be a near $180M worldwide debut in an offshore footprint that’s 100%. Essentially, a $100M international opening worthy of applause.
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