“That’s all,” Meryl Streep says dismissively in “The Devil Wears Prada,” instantly cementing her portrayal of Miranda Priestly as iconic. But that single line scarcely scratches the surface of Streep’s storied career. With a record-breaking 21 Academy Award nominations and three wins, Meryl Streep has an unparalleled resume of films that showcase her versatility, emotionality, and transformative abilities.

Here we celebrate the illustrious career of one of cinema’s greatest treasures with a ranking of the 25 best Meryl Streep movies:

1.She-Devil (1989) – A dark comedy showcasing Streep’s comedic timing.

2.Julie & Julia (2009) – Streep embodies chef Julia Child with uncanny precision.

3.Florence Foster Jenkins (2016) – A heartwarming portrayal of a notoriously tone-deaf singer.

4.The River Wild (1994) – Streep ventures into action as a rafting expert.

5.Defending Your Life (1991) – Playing alongside Albert Brooks in this quirky afterlife comedy.

6.Hope Springs (2012) – A tender look at long-term marriage, with Tommy Lee Jones.

7.The Manchurian Candidate (2004) – Streep captivates in this political thriller remake.

8.Death Becomes Her (1992) – Ageless beauty taken to the extreme, matching wits with Goldie Hawn.

9.Doubt (2008) – An intense battle of wills against Philip Seymour Hoffman’s character.

10.Ironweed (1987) – A Depression-era drama where she stars opposite Jack Nicholson.

11.Ricki and the Flash (2015) – Streep rocks out as an aging rock star reconnecting with her family.

12.The Bridges of Madison County (1995) – A poignant love story that teams her with Clint Eastwood.

13.Adaptation (2002) – A multi-layered performance in this Charlie Kaufman scripted film.

14.Out of Africa (1985) – An epic romance set amidst the backdrop of colonial Kenya.

15.Into The Woods (2014) – Channeling her inner Witch in this musical fairy-tale mashup.

16.A Cry In The Dark (1988) – The famed “dingo ate my baby” case showcased her Australian accent skillfully.

17.The Hours (2002) – Navigating life’s complexities, paralleling stories with Julianne Moore and Nicole Kidman.

18..Music Of The Heart (1999) – As a determined violin teacher who changes lives through music.

19.Suffragette (2015) – In a smaller role, still commands attention as feminist icon Emmeline Pankhurst.

20.Silkwood (1983) – The gritty true story of whistleblower Karen Silkwood remains impactful.

And now we delve into the top five masterpieces.

21.One True Thing (1998) – Drawing from deep emotion, portraying a woman facing her mother’s cancer diagnosis

22.Kramer vs Kramer(1979) – Her first Oscar win for portraying Joanna Kramer in this heart-wrenching divorce drama

23.Sophie’s Choice (1982) – Perhaps her most devastating performance, earning her a well-deserved Oscar

24.The Post (2017) – As Katharine Graham, wielding power subtly in the news