1. The Sound of Music (1965) – Perhaps the most iconic role of Julie Andrews’s career, this film sees her as Maria, the sprightly governess who brings music and joy into the lives of the von Trapp family. Her performance is timeless and the movie remains a beloved classic.

2. Mary Poppins (1964) – As the eponymous nanny with magical abilities, Andrews secured her place in cinematic history. “Mary Poppins” showcases her singing, acting, and even dancing talents, making it a treasured film for all ages.

3. My Fair Lady (Unfilmed) – While Audrey Hepburn played Eliza Doolittle in the film adaptation, Andrews originated the role on Broadway and won a Tony Award for her performance. Many fans still debate how Andrews could have transformed the film version.

4. Victor/Victoria (1982) – Playing a woman pretending to be a man impersonating a woman, Andrews delivers a standout performance in this comedy-drama that explores themes of gender and identity with humor and heart.

5. The Princess Diaries (2001) – Introducing Andrews to a new generation, this charming film casts her as Queen Clarisse Renaldi who must teach her granddaughter Mia how to be royalty. It’s a warm and witty family comedy that has spawned a loyal following.

6. Thoroughly Modern Millie (1967) – In this musical comedy set in the 1920s, Andrews plays Millie Dillmount who moves to New York City with dreams of marriage and modern ideas which turn into quite an adventure.

7. Torn Curtain (1966) – Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, “Torn Curtain” showcases Andrews in a dramatic thriller opposite Paul Newman, where she plays a woman caught up in espionage during the Cold War.

8. Hawaii (1966) – In this epic historical drama based on James Michener’s novel, Julie plays Jerusha Bromley, whose heartfelt story weaves throughout this tale of love and conflict during America’s missionary era in Hawaii.

9. The Americanization of Emily (1964) – A wartime satire where Andrews stars alongside James Garner, portraying an Englishwoman who falls for an American Lieutenant with some interesting views on heroism during World War II.

10. 10 (1979) – This romantic comedy helped coin an iconic pop-culture term referring to perfect beauty. While not the lead, Andrews’ role as Samantha Taylor stands out in this Blake Edwards film exploring midlife crisis and infatuation.

Throughout these films, Julie Andrews has proven her versatility as an actress and her capability to enchant audiences across various genres. From melodious musicals to intense dramas, these movies represent some of her finest work in cinema to date.