What's happened
In its second weekend, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has topped the global box office with $43 million in the U.S. and internationally, while Mortal Kombat II opens strong with $40 million. The Devil Wears Prada 2 has grossed $433.2 million worldwide in 12 days, and Disney’s yearly global total has surpassed $2 billion.
What's behind the headline?
Observations
- The sequel to The Devil Wears Prada has achieved strong staying power, indicating solid audience interest beyond its opening week.
- Mortal Kombat II appears to have targeted a male-skewed audience, while Prada 2 attracts broader demographics, reflecting differing marketing strategies.
- Disney’s global monetization is well above last year’s pace, suggesting a healthy, diversified film slate.
Forward look
- If Prada 2 maintains momentum, expect continued international performance and potential awards-season visibility for the franchise.
- The mix of family fare and genre titles signals studios are testing broader appeal to sustain summer box office momentum.
How we got here
AP News reports on a weekend dominated by sequels and new wide releases. The Devil Wears Prada 2 has outperformed Mortal Kombat II and pushed Disney past $2 billion globally in 2026. The weekend also features The Sheep Detectives and a James Cameron–produced Billie Eilish concert film.
Our analysis
AP News: box office tallies and franchise context; no other sources provided for direct quotes.
Go deeper
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