Anne Hathaway said she is cautious about the possibility of returning for a third Devil Wears Prada movie during a television appearance.
The actress's hesitation comes after the recent commercial success of the second film, raising questions about the future of the franchise. Her comments suggest a strategic approach to her career and the longevity of the series.
Speaking during a segment on the Today show on Monday, June 1, Hathaway said she is not rushing into the idea and is exercising caution regarding a potential return to the character as Andrea "Andy" Sachs [1, 2].
Hathaway said her reluctance stems from a desire to avoid being over-exposed [3]. She said she needs to avoid rushing into another sequel, despite the financial performance of the previous installment [4].
Devil Wears Prada 2 earned a worldwide box-office gross of $326 million [5]. While the financial results were strong, Hathaway said she remains hesitant to commit to a third film immediately [4].
Reports on her stance vary. Some sources suggest she teased the possibility and remains open to returning with her castmates [6]. Other reports indicate she is pumping the brakes and is not interested in returning due to the risk of over-exposure [7].
“Anne Hathaway said she is cautious about the possibility of returning for a third Devil Wears Prada movie”
The tension between a franchise's commercial success and a lead actor's brand management often determines the timing of sequels. With a $326 million gross for the second film, there is clear market demand, but Hathaway's concerns about over-exposure suggest a preference for maintaining the prestige of the role over immediate financial gain.
