Hollywood is bracing for a major showdown as Mortal Kombat II and The Devil Wears Prada 2 prepare to square off at the box office. As summer movie season officially kicks into gear, both films are banking on their established fanbases to draw massive crowds—one through explosive action sequences, the other through high-fashion drama and nostalgia.
Devil Wears Prada 2 Dominates Early
The Devil Wears Prada 2 has already made a splash, hauling in $77 million domestically in its opening weekend and pushing its global total to $233.6 million. With Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway reprising their iconic roles, the sequel is generating serious buzz—it’s already reached 72 percent of the original 2006 film’s lifetime earnings in just a matter of days.
The film appears poised for another $30 million domestically this weekend, driven by A-list support from Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci alongside returning favorites. Audiences are flocking back for repeat viewings, buoyed by strong reviews and genuine enthusiasm from both fashion enthusiasts and those riding a wave of nostalgia.
Mortal Kombat II Emerges as the Dark Horse
Mortal Kombat II, which moved up its release date from May 15 to May 8, represents 2026’s biggest wildcard at the box office. Warner Bros. is banking on the franchise’s loyal gaming audience and the momentum from a red-band trailer that’s racked up 107 million views online.
Industry analysts are projecting the action film could open with $38.5 million or higher if the gamer crowd shows up in force. Directed by Simon McQuoid, it’s being positioned to appeal to younger audiences hungry for high-octane combat sequences.
A Historic Weekend Looms
This frame could mark a historic moment for cinema, with three separate films potentially crossing the $30 million threshold for the first time since 2024. While Devil Wears Prada 2 currently holds the edge, Mortal Kombat II could deliver a surprise upset and kickstart the summer season with a bang.
