‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Opens Strong with $32.5 Million Friday
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The sequel to the 2006 hit 'The Devil Wears Prada' has opened with a strong $32.5 million at the North American box office on Friday. With the original director, screenwriter, and stars returning, the film is now targeting a weekend total of $75 million to $80 million.
Facts First
- ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ earned $32.5 million from 4,150 North American theaters on its opening Friday.
- The sequel is targeting $75 million to $80 million by Sunday, with some projections estimating a $90 million debut weekend.
- Original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci returned, alongside director David Frankel and screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna.
- The musical biopic ‘Michael’ fell to second place, earning $14.4 million domestically in its second week.
- Angel Studios’ animated ‘Animal Farm’ adaptation landed in sixth place, with an estimated $1.1 million from 1,130 theaters.
What Happened
'The Devil Wears Prada 2' earned $32.5 million from 4,150 North American theaters on its opening Friday. The sequel, which reunites original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci, is now targeting a weekend total of $75 million to $80 million by Sunday, with some box office projectionists estimating earnings could reach around $90 million. The original 2006 film grossed $27.5 million domestically during its opening weekend.
In other box office results, 'Michael' fell to second place on Friday, earning $14.4 million domestically in its second week. Lionsgate's musical biopic is expected to add $51 million by Sunday. Angel Studios' animated 'Animal Farm' adaptation landed in sixth place with an estimated $1.1 million domestically from 1,130 theaters on its opening day.
Why this Matters to You
If you're a fan of the original film, the strong opening suggests the sequel may be a successful continuation of the story. The box office performance of major releases can influence which types of films studios choose to produce in the future, potentially affecting the variety of movies available to you in theaters. For families, the debut of the animated 'Animal Farm' provides a new option, though its initial performance suggests it may have a limited theatrical run.
What's Next
The final weekend box office totals for 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' will be confirmed on Sunday, which will determine if it meets or exceeds its $75 million to $80 million target. The film's performance may indicate whether it could become a major summer hit. 'Michael' is expected to see its domestic total reach $180 million by Sunday, continuing its commercial success. The performance of 'Animal Farm' over the full weekend will be a key indicator of its broader audience appeal.