Discover 3 Underrated Meryl Streep Movies You Must See

The much-anticipated sequel, The Devil Wears Prada 2, has finally arrived in theaters, featuring returning stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway alongside newcomers Simone Ashley and Lady Gaga.

As fans flock to theaters, many might feel inspired to revisit other films starring the talented Meryl Streep. To aid this exploration, here is a selection of her most underrated works showcasing her range.

3. ‘She-Devil’ (1989)

In She-Devil, Streep plays Mary Fisher, an affluent romance novelist who becomes involved with Bob, a married accountant. As Bob leaves his wife Ruth for Mary, Ruth executes an elaborate revenge plan. Streep's comedic performance is a departure from her usual roles.

2. ‘Death Becomes Her’ (1992)

This cult classic features Streep as Madeline Ashton, who drinks a potion granting eternal life. The film follows her humorous rivalry with Helen Sharp, played by Goldie Hawn. The dark comedy touches on themes of beauty obsession.

1. ‘The Bridges of Madison County’ (1995)

Meryl Streep stars as Francesca Johnson in this adaptation of Robert James Waller’s novel, portraying a married Italian woman whose life changes over four days with a photographer visiting Iowa. This film accentuates Streep's ability to embody complex characters.