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1Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor ParkerIn the heart of Austria, Maria (Julie Andrews), a vivacious postulant at Nonnberg Abbey, is sent to serve Captain Von Trapp's (Christopher Plummer) seven children as their governess. A stern widower, Von Trapp runs his home with military discipline. However, Maria's spirited personality and love for music soon win over the children, transforming the gloomy household into a vibrant hub of song and dance. The Sound of Music is a captivating musical drama that won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture in 1965. As political tensions rise in Europe, the family faces tough decisions about their future.
2Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, Glynis JohnsIn the heart-warming musical Mary Poppins, Julie Andrews stars as Mary, an enchanting nanny with magical abilities. She arrives to assist the Banks family of London, comprised of Jane (Karen Dotrice) and Michael (Matthew Garber), their harried father, George (David Tomlinson), and their mother, Winifred (Glynis Johns). As Mary's curious blend of practicality and whimsy transforms the family's life, she introduces the children to a series of fantastical adventures. Co-starring Dick Van Dyke as Bert, a charming chimney sweep, this 1964 film won five Academy Awards including Best Actress for Andrews.
3Julie Andrews, Anne Hathaway, Héctor ElizondoStepping into the realm of teenage comedy, The Princess Diaries is a delightful tale that revolves around Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway), a seemingly ordinary high school girl. Unbeknownst to her, she's actually royalty, a fact revealed by her regal grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews). The transformation from clumsy teen to elegant princess isn't smooth sailing, with numerous comedic mishaps along the way. Trapped between two worlds, Mia must choose her path. Directed by Garry Marshall, this light-hearted film is an entertaining mix of comedy and romance, suitable for all ages.More The Princess Diaries
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4Julie Andrews, James Garner, Alex KarrasVictor Victoria is a 1982 film released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and starring Julie Andrews, James Garner, Robert Preston, Lesley Ann Warren, Alex Karras, and John Rhys-Davies. The film was produced by Tony Adams, directed by Blake Edwards, and scored by Henry Mancini, with lyrics by Leslie Bricusse. It was adapted in 1995 as a Broadway musical. The film was nominated for seven Academy Awards and won the Academy Award for Original Music Score. It is a remake of the 1933 German film Viktor und Viktoria.More Victor Victoria- #120 of 135 onThe 100+ Best Movies For Date Night
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5Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Héctor ElizondoIn The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) is thrust into a whirlwind of regality and responsibility. Now a graduate, she's set to take the throne of Genovia from her grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews). A hitch arises - an old law stipulates a princess must be married before coronation. A parade of suitors jostle for her hand. Among them, Nicholas Devereaux (Chris Pine), who seems to have ulterior motives. The film is a lighthearted romantic comedy, brimming with royal politics and palace intrigue, with no shortage of laughter and love.- #13 of 168 onThe 150+ Best Teen Romance Movies, Ranked
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6Julie Andrews, Mary Tyler Moore, Carol ChanningIn this musical spoof of the roaring '20s, feisty young flapper Millie (Julie Andrews) plans to find a job and marry a wealthy employer. Though fond of penniless paper-clip salesman Jimmy (James Fox), she's determined to marry well-heeled company man Trevor Graydon (John Gavin), who loves Millie's roommate Dorothy Brown (Mary Tyler Moore). As all four try to find love, evil landlady Mrs. Meers (Beatrice Lillie) schemes to sell the orphaned Dorothy into white slavery.
7Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron DiazIn the genre-bending Shrek 2, Shrek (voiced by Mike Myers) and Princess Fiona (Cameron Diaz) set off on a new adventure. Fresh from their honeymoon, they're summoned to Fiona's homeland, Far Far Away, to meet her royal parents (John Cleese and Julie Andrews). A fairytale twist ensues as Prince Charming (Rupert Everett) plots to take Fiona's hand. The movie boasts a star-studded voice cast and has won an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It also introduces the swashbuckling Puss in Boots (Antonio Banderas), a memorable addition to the franchise. This sequel delivers a mix of humor, adventure, and romance while exploring themes of acceptance and identity.More Shrek 2- #111 of 772 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
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- 8Julie Andrews, Michael Nouri, Tony RobertsVictor/Victoria is a television film of the 1995 Broadway show of the same name. It was written and directed by Blake Edwards based on Edwards' 1982 film of the same name.
9Julie Andrews, Edie Adams, Alice GhostleyRodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella is a musical written for television, with music by Richard Rodgers and a book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. It is based upon the fairy tale Cinderella, particularly the French version Cendrillon, ou la Petite Pantoufle de Verre, by Charles Perrault. The story concerns a young woman forced into a life of servitude by her cruel stepmother and self-centered stepsisters, who dreams of a better life. With the help of her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella is transformed into a Princess and finds her Prince. Cinderella is the only Rodgers and Hammerstein musical written for television. It was originally broadcast live on CBS on March 31, 1957 as a vehicle for Julie Andrews, who played the title role. The broadcast was viewed by more than 100 million people. It was subsequently remade for television twice, in 1965 and 1997. The 1965 version starred Lesley Ann Warren, and the 1997 one starred Brandy Norwood in the title role. Both remakes add songs from other Richard Rodgers musicals.
10James Garner, Julie Andrews, Melvyn DouglasIn 1944, Lt. Cmdr. Charles Madison (James Garner) prides himself on being a cynical coward unwilling to step foot on shore during D-Day. His relaxed lifestyle attracts Englishwoman Emily Barham (Julie Andrews), whose husband and brother died in the war. But when Rear Adm. William Jessup (Melvyn Douglas) resolves to earn the Navy prestige by ensuring that a sailor will be the first to die in the invasion, he assigns the ill-fated duty to Madison, who will now be among the vanguard.
11Julie Andrews, Rock Hudson, Jeremy KempIn World War I London, half-British, half-German Lili Smith (Julie Andrews) lets her German "uncle" -- a foreign agent and German military liaison -- talk her into spying. A dance-hall singer who is popular with the British troops, Lili uses her charm and racy numbers to secure the interest of flying squadron leader Maj. William Larrabee (Rock Hudson). Before Lili can pass on vital information, however, she finds herself in love with Larrabee -- who unfortunately discovers her real identity.
12Steve Carell, Jason Segel, Russell BrandIn the animated comedy Despicable Me, the life of Gru (voiced by Steve Carell), a world-renowned supervillain, takes an unexpected turn. Known for his grandiose plans to steal the moon, Gru's notorious reputation is threatened by Vector (Jason Segel), a young and ambitious rival. Meanwhile, Gru adopts three orphaned girls - Margo (Miranda Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier), and Agnes (Elsie Fisher) - in a scheme to outwit Vector but finds himself entangled in the unpredictability of parenthood. The film, filled with hilarious minions and high-stakes heists, won the Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Animated Movie.More Despicable Me- Dig Deeper...20 Fun Facts About the Minions
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13Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James MarsdenEnchanted, a delightful blend of live-action and animation, introduces us to the world of Giselle (Amy Adams), a fairytale princess abruptly thrust into modern-day New York City by the conniving Queen Narissa (Susan Sarandon). Struggling to navigate this strange new landscape, she crosses paths with Robert (Patrick Dempsey), a cynical divorce lawyer. As their worlds intertwine, they find themselves questioning their perceptions of love and happiness. A standout feature is its Oscar-nominated music score. Enchanted seamlessly weaves humor, romance and adventure into a film that appeals to all ages.More Enchanted- #453 of 772 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
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14Julie Andrews, Richard Crenna, Michael CraigYoung British actress Gertrude Lawrence (Julie Andrews) secures a place in a 1920s production penned by soon-to-be legendary playwright Noel Coward. After its opening in England, "London Calling!" moves to New York, and the coveted Lawrence is suddenly a big star and a muse for the era's best-known producers. Though Lawrence's mercurial behavior often makes her tough to handle, her career thrives into the 1940s under the guidance of producer husband Richard Aldrich (Richard Crenna).
15Paul Newman, Julie Andrews, Lila KedrovaAmerican physicist Michael Armstrong (Paul Newman) shocks his friends and family by defecting to East Germany to work with the Soviets during the height of the Cold War. Even his fiancée (Julie Andrews) is surprised by the move, but when she follows him behind the Iron Curtain, she discovers that her husband-to-be isn't a spy, but a double agent working to discover Soviet nuclear secrets. As they plot a way to escape back to America, his cover is blown, putting both of their lives in jeopardy.
16Julie Andrews, Max von Sydow, Richard HarrisDuring the 1820s, a domineering young minister, Abner Hale (Max von Sydow), and his compassionate wife, Jerusha (Julie Andrews), embark on a dangerous sea voyage to Hawaii. When they arrive, Jerusha befriends the Hawaiian people and embraces their customs and culture, while Abner, intent on converting them to Christianity, views them as pagan savages. Jerusha grows unhappy with her marriage and begins to fall for Rafer Hoxworth (Richard Harris), a past lover.
17Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron DiazIn Shrek the Third, Shrek (voiced by Mike Myers), finds himself reluctantly stepping into royal shoes. With his wife, Fiona (Cameron Diaz), and loyal friend Donkey (Eddie Murphy) by his side, he embarks on a journey to find the legitimate heir to the throne - Arthur (Justin Timberlake). As they navigate through a series of comedic misadventures, the villainous Prince Charming (Rupert Everett) plots to seize power in Far Far Away. This animated adventure-comedy film, directed by Chris Miller and Raman Hui, won the People's Choice Award for Favorite Movie Comedy and maintains its charm with an engaging blend of humor and heartwarming characters.More Shrek the Third- #240 of 772 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
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18Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron DiazLong-settled into married life and fully domesticated, Shrek (Mike Myers) begins to long for the days when he felt like a real ogre. Duped into signing a contract with devious Rumpelstiltskin, he finds himself in an alternate version of Far Far Away, where ogres are hunted, Rumpelstiltskin rules, and he and Fiona (Cameron Diaz) have never met. Shrek must find a way out of the contract to restore his world and reclaim his true love.More Shrek Forever After- #281 of 447 onThe 400+ Best Animated Kids Movies
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19Julie Andrews, Alan Bates, Max von SydowStephanie Anderson (Julie Andrews) is a gifted concert violinist whose musical dreams are shattered when she's diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. But at least she has her conductor husband, David (Alan Bates), to lean on -- or she would if he weren't cheating on her. In time, Stephanie has to suffer another betrayal, this time from her up-and-coming student Constantine Kassanis (Rupert Everett). Assisting the woman in dealing with the drama is psychiatrist Dr. Louis Feldman (Max von Sydow).
20Jack Lemmon, Julie Andrews, Sally KellermanA well-to-do architect, Harvey Fairchild (Jack Lemmon) should be happy, but he's depressed and dreading his impending 60th birthday party. Meanwhile, his supportive wife, Gillian (Julie Andrews), endures a crisis of her own as she waits to hear back on tests for throat cancer, a condition that would threaten both her health and her singing career. As Harvey's birthday weekend progresses, the couple contends with these and other issues, and their problems threaten to eclipse the celebration.
21Dwayne Johnson, Ashley Judd, Stephen MerchantRough-and-tumble hockey player Derek Thompson (Dwayne Johnson) is a terror on the ice, earning the nickname "Tooth Fairy" by separating opposing players from their choppers. When Derek dashes the dreams of a young fan, he is quickly sentenced to serve time as a real tooth fairy, complete with wings and magic wand. Though he can't "handle the tooth" at first, Derek's new job helps him to slowly rediscover the dreams that he gave up long ago.More Tooth Fairy- #87 of 155 onThe 150+ Best Classic Tween Movies
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22Julie Andrews, Bo Derek, Dudley Moore10 is a 1979 romantic comedy film directed, produced and written by Blake Edwards, and starring Dudley Moore, Julie Andrews, Robert Webber, Dee Wallace, and Bo Derek, in her first major film appearance. Considered a trend-setting film at the time, and one of the year's biggest box office hits, the film made superstars of Moore and Derek. It follows a man who in middle age finds a young woman who he thinks is the ideal woman for him, leading to both a comic chase and an encounter in Mexico.More 10- #137 of 199 onThe Best Movies Of The '70s, Ranked
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23Julie Andrews, Omar Sharif, Anthony QuayleOn vacation from her job in the civil service, Judith Farrow (Julie Andrews) heads to the Caribbean where she befriends a debonair Russian named Feodor Sverdlov (Omar Sharif). The two quickly fall in love, but Judith's feelings are tested when Sverdlov is revealed to be a Russian agent eager to win her over to his cause. Back at home, Judith is instructed never to see him again, but can't shake the attachment, and soon finds that both of their lives are in danger.
24Julie Andrews, William Holden, Richard MulliganFelix Farmer (Richard Mulligan) is a Hollywood director well on his way to killing his career. He just spent $30 million making a musical that no one wants to see. But, after several botched suicide attempts, the filmmaker has a sudden epiphany: Why not turn his moribund family-friendly entertainment into a porn movie? Of course, to make his scheme work, Felix will have to convince his actress wife, Sally Miles (Julie Andrews), to bare it all for the camera.More S.O.B.- #233 of 233 onThe Best '80s Comedy Movies, Ranked
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25Julie Andrews, Sophie Thompson, Edward AttertonWhen Earl Nigel Marshwood (Edward Atterton) returns to England with his fiancée, American actress Miranda Frayle (Jeanne Tripplehorn), it is to the great dismay of his family. Matters are complicated further when it is revealed that Miranda, thought to be Hollywood royalty, is in fact the estranged sister of the Marshwoods' maid. While the exasperated family tries to calm relations between the sisters, Miranda's bitter ex-boyfriend, actor Don Lucas (William Baldwin), crashes the affair.
26On Golden Pond
Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Glenne HeadlyIn 2001, CBS aired a live television adaptation of the play, On Golden Pond, that was heavily publicized in the press due to the reunion of former Sound of Music stars Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer in the lead roles. It also starred Glenne Headly.
27Julie Andrews, Christine Baranski, Jeffrey TamborEloise at Christmastime is a live-action film based on the 1958 book of the same name written by Kay Thompson and illustrated by Hilary Knight. The film was produced by Handmade Films and DiNovi Pictures for Walt Disney Television with distribution handled by the ABC Television Network. It was released on both VHS and DVD in 2003 by Buena Vista Home Entertainment. As of 2009, the movie was shown in the 25 Days of Christmas programming block on ABC Family, but it was not part of the block in 2010. In 2011 to 2013, it was aired on the Hallmark Channel as part of their "Countdown to Christmas". The film stars young Sofia Vassilieva as Eloise, a six-year-old girl who lives in the penthouse at the top of the Plaza Hotel in New York City. This story takes place immediately after the events of Eloise at the Plaza; Eloise receives a package full of Spy stuff from her friend Leon, the supporting character in the previous film who did spy work with Eloise.
28Julie Andrews, Ann-Margret, Hugh GrantDonald Barnes is stricken with AIDS and languishing in a San Diego hospital. His boyfriend, James Grant, tells his businesswoman mother, Audrey Grant, the tragic news and asks her to accompany him to Arkansas to find Donald's homophobic mother, waitress Luanne Barnes. As she struggles to convince Luanne to visit her dying son, Audrey faces her own repressed hostility toward her son's sexuality.
29Julie Andrews, Sofia Vassilieva, Jeffrey TamborA 6-year-old girl (Sofia Vassilieva) causes problems for her British guardian (Julie Andrews), a prince and a hotel manager (Jeffrey Tambor).
30Julie Andrews, Marcello Mastroianni, Jonathan CecilA Fine Romance is a 1991 Italian comedy film directed by Gene Saks.
