The Devil Wears Prada 2 has been well-received by audiences, highlighting nostalgia and character development 20 years after the original. The film currently boasts a Popcornmeter score of 87% on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics and viewers alike have praised its connection to the original film.
Key scores:
- The Devil Wears Prada 2: 87% Popcornmeter score
- Them: The Scare: 100% critic score
- Lord of the Flies: 92% critics score
- Audience score for Them: The Scare: mid-80% level
- Audience score for Lord of the Flies: 54%
The film features returning characters from the original, with Meryl Streep and Stanley Tucci reprising their roles. Audience reviews reflect a sense of comfort and familiarity, describing it as a “great movie” and “smart, stylish, and just the right amount of connection to the original,” according to viewers like Dezc and Szemes A.
Yet, other productions are also making waves. Them: The Scare is available to binge on Amazon and holds a perfect critic score. Critics have called it one of 2026’s best television experiences.
In contrast, Lord of the Flies premiered on Netflix on May 4, 2026, as a four-episode limited series. Audience reception has been mixed, with only a 54% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The success of The Devil Wears Prada 2 may signal renewed interest in nostalgic franchises. As studios continue to explore adaptations and sequels, audience expectations will play a crucial role in their success.
