The Devil Wears Prada
The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada

2006Movie109 minEnglish

A young woman from the Midwest gets more than she bargained for when she moves to New York to become a writer and ends up as the assistant to the tyrannical, larger-than-life editor-in-chief of a major fashion magazine.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users87%
Director: David FrankelGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A naive young woman, Andrea Sachs, lands a job as the senior editor's assistant at a high-fashion magazine. She quickly finds herself in a demanding and seemingly impossible work environment under her tyrannical boss, Miranda Priestly. As she struggles to meet Miranda's expectations and adapt to the cutthroat fashion world, Andrea must decide what sacrifices she's willing to make for her career.

Critical Reception

The Devil Wears Prada was a critical and commercial success, praised for its sharp writing, stylish direction, and stellar performances, particularly from Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. It resonated with audiences for its relatable portrayal of workplace struggles and the allure of high fashion, becoming a pop culture phenomenon.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty dialogue and Meryl Streep's commanding performance as Miranda Priestly.
  • Applauded for its engaging exploration of ambition and the sacrifices required to succeed in a competitive industry.
  • Noted for its stylish aesthetic and relatable portrayal of a young woman's journey into a new world.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly enjoyed the film, frequently highlighting Meryl Streep's iconic performance, the entertaining and fast-paced story, and the relatable themes of career advancement and personal growth. Many found it to be a fun and inspiring watch.

Awards & Accolades

Meryl Streep received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt also received nominations for their roles.

Fun Fact

Meryl Streep based her character Miranda Priestly on a combination of powerful figures like Katharine Graham, editor of The Washington Post, and the demanding nature of Vogue editor Anna Wintour, though she has stated Wintour was not her sole inspiration.

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RalphRahal

RalphRahal

"The Devil Wears Prada" is a smart, stylish film that blends humor with a touch of drama, set against the backdrop of the high-pressure fashion industry. Meryl Streep is magnetic as the commanding Miranda Priestly, delivering a performance ...
r96sk

r96sk

The cast elevate this film up a lot. Everything else to do with <em>'The Devil Wears Prada'</em> is all perfectly fine don't get me wrong, but I most certainly wouldn't have enjoyed it as much without the cast. Meryl Streep does an excel...
talisencrw

talisencrw

Normally this sort of film wouldn't interest me, but I was fascinated by the cast (Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci ARE four of my favourite contemporary American actors) AND I liked the three previous films I've s...