Devil Wears Prada 2: Perfect Sequel Gets Rave Reviews!

Early reactions for the The Devil Wears Prada 2 have arrived ahead of its May release, and critics have warned fans to 'gird your loins... it is phenomenal.'

The movie had its US premiere on Monday whilst its European premiere will take over London on Wednesday and critics who have attended the early screenings have been busy posting their initial thoughts.

Whilst the review embargo doesn't lift until April 29, some social media reactions have been going viral, with the reactions all overwhelmingly positive.    

The Hollywood Reporter's Alex Weprin shared on X that the movie is 'a biting media parody wrapped up in high fashion. Every journalist who sees it will cringe from recognition.'

Variety writer Jazz Tangcay agreed, teasing: 'Gird your loins, the devil is back in all her glory! Yes, #thedevilwearsprada2 is phenomenal. It is the perfect sequel that exceeded all expectations.

'Aline Brosh McKenna's script is sharp and witty. We'll be quoting this for years to come. , and Emily Blunt are still great. Stunning costumes, and that soundtrack slaps hard. GAGA!!!!!!! Loved it. Worth the wait. That's all.'

The Movie Podcast's Daniel Baptista wrote: 'The Devil Wears Prada 2 is a FUN and FIERCE sequel that makes a statement. Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep slip back into their iconic roles with ease and SERVE in every single frame.'

'It feels familiar in the best way, timely in the right ways, and is well worth the wait.'

The movie's lead foursome of Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Meryl Streep and Stanley Tucci will all be in London on Wednesday for the European premiere after wowing on the New York red carpet earlier this week. 

In New York, Anne wowed in a crimson bustier-style strapless Louis Vuitton gown with a flared pleated skirt while promoting the  to the 2006 hit film in which she reprises her role as Andy Sachs. 

Meryl, who returns as fearsome Runway editor-in-chief Miranda Priestly, brought the drama in a vibrant red cape gown with black gloves and the character's signature sunglasses.

Meanwhile, Emily, back as Andy's rival Emily Charlton, was the belle of the ball in a sculptural Schiaparelli gown as she posed with real life brother-in-law Stanley Tucci, who's back as Nigel.

There's a host of new faces in the sequel. Lady Gaga has a cameo and has also written and recorded the song Runway with rapper Doechii for the film's soundtrack.

Donatella Versace, Ciara and Ashley Graham also have cameos whilst Justin Theroux plays Emily’s boyfriend Benji, Kenneth Branagh is Miranda’s new husband and Simone Ashley plays Miranda’s current first assistant.

There have been some victims of the edit though as Sydney Sweeney has had her cameo cut.   

The actress played herself in a three-minute scene, in which she was styled by 's character, Emily Charlton.

According to EW, Sydney's appearance would have come near the beginning of the movie, but was scrapped because it did not work structurally.