The Devil Wears Prada

Andy Sachs moves to New York City with the aim of breaking into journalism, using fashion as a stepping stone rather than a passion. She lands a grueling job as an assistant at Runway, a glossy magazine with a reputation for long hours and brutal standards. Her new boss, Miranda Priestly, is legendary for her exacting standards, icy poise, and refusal to tolerate anything less than perfection. The position pulls Andy into a fast paced, high pressure world where appearances matter as much as ideas, and where every decision about clothes and schedule feels consequential. As she navigates a maze of editors, deadlines, and office politics, she begins to question how much of her own identity she is willing to change to keep climbing the ladder. The balance between ambition and personal life becomes her central test.

Directed by David Frankel, the film adapts Lauren Weisberger's novel with a screenplay by Aline Brosh McKenna, released in 2006. It blends sharp satire, romance, and fashion into a vivid character study that skewers office culture and ambition.

Beyond its humor, the movie left a mark on popular culture by shaping how audiences think about power in the workplace and the fashion industry. Miranda Priestly's ruthless efficiency became a shorthand for decisive leadership, while the wardrobe and insider jargon spurred conversations about taste and ambition.

Critics praised the balance of wit and heart, and especially the performances of Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt. The film tackles ambition versus authenticity, the price of success, and the superficial pressures of appearance, while also charting a friendship tested by career demands and rapid growth.

This title drew nominations from major awards bodies and earned praise for its screenplay and performances. Meryl Streep's portrayal of Miranda Priestly and Emily Blunt's energetic foil were singled out, while the film's stylish design and costume work received recognition for elevating its fashion story.