Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep have officially cemented their place in box office history. The Devil Wears Prada franchise has now crossed the $1 billion mark worldwide, joining an elite club of film series that have achieved this milestone. The long-awaited sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2, has been a major driver, grossing over $676 million globally—with $218 million domestically and $458 million from international markets. Combined with the original 2006 film's $326 million haul, the franchise now boasts a billion-dollar legacy.
The sequel's success comes despite a mixed critical reception. While some reviewers called it "merely an addendum" that doesn't stand on its own, others praised its blend of nostalgia and fresh energy. Collider's Taylor Gates described it as "a near-perfect blend of nostalgia and newness," adding that while it may not be as quotable as the first, it makes for an epic double feature. Audiences clearly agreed, as the film saw its lowest week-to-week drop since last month, adding another $1.3 million domestically over the weekend.
A Fashionably Late Return Pays Off
Fans waited years for the return of Miranda Priestly and Andy Sachs, and the gamble paid off handsomely. The sequel reunited the original cast—Streep, Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, and Emily Blunt—in their iconic roles, drawing global audiences eager for more high-fashion drama. The film's performance proves that nostalgia, when executed well, can still be a powerful box office draw.
What's Next for Anne Hathaway?
Hot off this billion-dollar triumph, Hathaway is set to star in one of the year's most anticipated films: Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. Based on Homer's ancient Greek epic, the movie hits theaters on July 17 and features a stacked ensemble including Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, Jon Bernthal, Mia Goth, Elliot Page, and Benny Safdie. Matt Damon leads as Odysseus, King of Ithaca, with Hathaway in a supporting role. It's shaping up to be a cinematic event that could rival her recent franchise success.
Hathaway's upcoming projects also include the thriller The End of Oak Street, where she trades designer heels for dinosaur nightmares. The trailer, released earlier this year, shows her suburban dream turning into a prehistoric nightmare—a stark contrast to the glossy world of Runway magazine.
The Billion-Dollar Club Grows
The Devil Wears Prada franchise isn't the only one celebrating this month. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie also crossed $1 billion, becoming 2026's first film to do so. With the upcoming Toy Story 5 expected to follow suit, the year is shaping up to be a blockbuster bonanza. Meanwhile, other franchises are expanding their reach—like Prime Video's The Terminal List, which is growing into a full-blown action franchise, and Kaiju Island of Fire, uniting Godzilla and Gamera veterans in a new monster universe.
For fans of epic storytelling, Apple TV's Star City is propelling the For All Mankind universe to streaming dominance, while Devil May Cry Season 3 has been renewed as the final season on Netflix, completing the Force Edge Saga.
As the box office landscape continues to evolve, one thing is clear: Anne Hathaway's star power, combined with the enduring appeal of The Devil Wears Prada, has secured a lasting legacy in cinema history. Stay tuned for more updates on this and other billion-dollar franchises.
