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7.4 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 167 Ratings

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  1. MarioJ.
    Aug 23, 2007
    10
    Meryly Streep, perfection.
  2. PaulK.
    Jun 29, 2006
    9
    Going into this film, I was really apprehensive, especially since the trailer was compromised of an extended scene of the movie. I had also heard some negative buzz, but I enjoyed this immensely. It was super funny and didn't get bogged down in drama at the end. I love Stanley Tucci and didn't even recognize him as Nigel. Anne Hathaway who I've never enjoyed that much before, excelled here. Meryl Streep was perfect, as always. If you have an interest, definitely catch this in the theater. Expand
  3. MichelleC.
    Jun 30, 2006
    9
    This movie was way better than I expected. I wasn't too sure about seeing it and ended up loving it. Anne Hathaway was great, a big surprise for me cuz I am not a fan. Streep and supporting cast was awesome. Wardrobe and fashion were amazing. This movie was truly entertaining and very witty/funny.
  4. MichaelL.
    Jul 1, 2006
    9
    A really great, spot-on film about fashion publishing--the world where I reside. Streep was perfectly understated as the thinly disguised Anna Wintour. Stanley Tucci was wonderful, as was Emily Blunt. I also loved Anne Hathaway; I don't understand her negative reviews. As someone who as been in her character's shoes, she was real and honest, not a stereotype. "The Devil..." is a perfectly accurate portrait of life at Conde Nast Publications. If it seems absurd--try working there! Expand
  5. GeoffB.
    Jul 1, 2006
    9
    I had very low expectations for this film, but went to see it because it was my date's choice, and I was pleasantly surprised! Streep was awesome (as usual!), and I was captivated by the film from beginning to end. It's comedy and satire with enough drama to make a thoughtful viewer ask himself/herself a question or two about personal values vs. career development.
  6. DonP.
    Jul 2, 2006
    9
    There's one scene where Miranda (Meryl) has a personal setback and Andy witnesses her breakdown. With any other actress, you'd feel as though the filmmakers were just trying to throw in some drama. With Meryl, you really feel her pain, and her anguish at trying to control her handling of it. It's thoroughly believeable and in one short moment thouroughly humanizes her character. This is why she is a great actress, and you must see the performance. The writers deserve kudos for not keeping the supporting characters as a two-dimensional joke. What starts out as funny/bitchy with Emily Blunt's or Stanley Tucci's character gets a chance to develop so that you can really feel for where they are coming from and how they cope. That saves the movie from being yet another tired Hollywood farce to actually having some bones. Expand
  7. TerraV.
    Jul 2, 2006
    10
    I'm giving this movie a 10, because I haven't seen such an intellegent coming of age movie with a girl in so long. And this is that and a whole lot more. Adrian (from Entrourage) is soo hot, Meryl Streep is astonishing in her role as the fashion goddess of the world, and Anne Hathaway gives an incredible performance in this story about career, love, and the snobby, cutthroat upper class of New York. But for anyone who wants to see a good movie with a lot of style, this is it! Expand
  8. BrettG.
    Jul 2, 2006
    9
    This one really suprised me. It had sharp, witty dialogue, dry humor, and style for days. Meryl Streep put on an extraordinary performance and the whole cast was drop dead perfect. A must see.
  9. CynthiaM.
    Jul 4, 2006
    9
    Just a really fun and respectable flick - with wonderful acting and a sweet story. (Reviewers don't seem to be spending much time on relatively unknown Emily Blunt, but I thought she was as great as the stars!)
  10. Mase
    Jul 5, 2006
    9
    There's no doubt Streep is perhaps the best actress of the past oh say 3 decades.... But as "the devil wears Prada" proves Dark Comedy is Streeps strongest Suit. Simply brilliant here. Hands down the best female performance all year. Easily carried this flick to the top of the summer films with just one performance.
  11. SamM.
    Jul 6, 2006
    9
    This is a funny, intelligent movie that is not about fashion, but about what it takes to reach the top in many American industries: brains, ruthlessness, ego, and hard, hard work. One of the best Hollywood movies in ages. Stay away if you love mindless junk.
  12. DonnD.
    Jul 7, 2006
    10
    not a dull second, wonderful cast and acting.
  13. SeanL.
    Jul 12, 2006
    10
    Very entertaining, great acting, and it was an improvement from the book. Streep was great! Those who say they seem to watch her thinking, rehash Katherine Hepburn too much.
  14. ClintM.
    Jul 15, 2006
    9
    Meryl Streep was incredible as always, Anne Hathaway won my newfound attention, and the comedy was great. This is one of those feel good, high fashion, laugh out loud movies you need to go see now!
  15. BrentR.
    Jul 18, 2006
    9
    Meryl Street is an absolute genius. She could read a dictionary and still win me over. There is something so irresistable about her performance that has you craving for more when she's not on screen. All the performances are equally good as well. It's a great film that makes the almost two hours go by just like that. The Devil won me over, what can I say.
  16. MaryL.
    Jul 19, 2006
    9
    Don't go to this film in the belief that you are going to see a great story brought to life. You already know the story. This is about Meryl Streep and some of her colleagues. The acting is really fine, the movie is well put together. The story, such as it is, moves right along. This is good entertainment.
  17. MarilynZ.
    Jul 22, 2006
    10
    Thoroughly enjoyed it. Meryl Streep is wonderful to watch. Even my husband said he enjoyed it.
  18. SamD.
    Jul 30, 2006
    9
    I quite enjoyed this film, one of my Top 15 ever. I really liked watching Emily Blunt, and Anne Hathaway was pretty good too. Grenier did really well, but if you watched Entourage once you already knew he'd be amazing. Streep, oh Streep, you take my breath away. Perfect role for her.
  19. JoseG.
    Jul 30, 2006
    10
    Great movie. Meryl Streep is great.
  20. GeorgeB.
    Aug 10, 2006
    10
    This near-perfect summer sleeper (at least it was a sleeper to me) provides a tour de triumphe performance by the one and only Meryl Streep, and good fun, and a few heartbreaks, in between. Sad evening.
  21. JaclynW.
    Aug 11, 2006
    10
    This movie made me burst with laughter! I left the movie theater without tearing the door of of it's hinges like I could've done if I had chose to watch Garfield! Me, caring much about fashion, thoroughly enjoyed watching this film, and it probably will remain in my top ten for a long while. Even if you don't care about fashion, you will enjoy this movie...if you do care about fashion, it's especially good! Expand
  22. TimW.
    Aug 19, 2006
    10
    An unbelievable performance by Meryl Streep and an unbelievably entertaining film! Everyone else is right on the money run to see it!
  23. B.Taylor
    Aug 30, 2006
    10
    If you love the 'fashion world' -- this is the movie to see. Meryl Streep was the perfect 'Devil Wear Prada - Diva'
  24. JonathanK.
    Sep 7, 2006
    9
    Just a fun, well acted movie. Meryl is amazing as usual.
  25. DanielT.
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    Simply the best of 2006!
  26. AlvaroL.
    Sep 23, 2006
    10
    Very enjoyable, a movie you just have to see!
  27. StephanieC.
    Oct 9, 2006
    9
    The best comedy I've seen in a long time. Meryl Streep was wicked as Miranda.
  28. OlafG.
    Oct 24, 2006
    9
    Its not simply a film about fashion. Its a great film about power, goals in life and about the conflicts that emerge when you have to hurt other interests in order to create a part of the world according to your ideas (Miranda).
  29. BilB.
    Dec 10, 2006
    9
    The cast was exceptional. Acted out very well. I liked it.
  30. Sarah
    Dec 12, 2006
    10
    Terrific story and acting!
  31. DanB.
    Jan 28, 2007
    9
    Yes, this *is* your typical Hollywood film. It's got a typical structure and typical conflicts and typical turning points and a typical ending. It also happens to very well made and acted--and that's *not* typical.
  32. Apr 22, 2011
    10
    I absolutely love this movie. It is one of my all time favorites. One, because I'm partly obsessed with fashion, but most importantly, it shows the vision of the American dream, similarly to the Great Gatsby, and how things never turn out how you expect them to. The acting is amazing, and the fashion is stunning. This movie is a must see for all!
  33. Oct 22, 2011
    10
    watched this movie last night and it was great hilarious but can't belive that blondie was simon baker hilarious movie can't belive that the boss was continouasly calling andy emily
  34. Sep 1, 2012
    9
    The glue of this movie is Meryl. Such a great character that was made for her. The supporting cast was good and the story was actually not as bad as it might have seen. Lots of funny lines that also manages plenty of serious moments about the world of fashion.
Metascore

Generally favorable reviews - based on 40 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 40
  2. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. The story is glossy junk begat of just-plain junk anyway: Lauren Weisberger, who wrote the hiss-and-tell roman à clef best-seller on which the picture is based, was herself an assistant to Wintour.
  2. Takes place in the world of haute couture. And that pretty much sums up the movie. Otherwise, it would be just another Queen of Mean, boss from hell movie. But, oh, what delicious fun Meryl Streep and her conspirators have with that world.
  3. Reviewed by: Todd McCarthy
    70
    Streep single-handedly elevates this sitcomy but tolerably entertaining adaptation of Lauren Weisberger's bestselling 2003 roman a clef about a personal assistant's year of chic hell under the thumb of the dragon lady of the fashion world.