The Best Anne Hathaway Movies Of All Time

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Updated September 16, 2023 8.7K votes 1.9K voters 161.0K views
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Over 1,900 movie fans have voted to shape these rankings of Anne Hathaway's best movies. From her Academy Award-winning performance in Les Miserables to her hit romantic comedies like The Devil Wears Prada and The Princess Diaries, she has proven herself a versatile actress who can play any role.

Anne Hathaway has starred in some of the most beloved films over the past two decades. Her performances in Rachel Getting Married and Brokeback Mountain were both critically acclaimed while Hitch proved to be an entertaining comedy classic. She also gained mainstream popularity with roles such as Catwoman in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises and Andy Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada.

These are the very best Anne Hathaway movies according to fan votes - so if you're looking for a great film starring this talented actress, cast your vote up for your favorite.

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  • The Princess Diaries
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    The Princess Diaries

    Julie Andrews, Anne Hathaway, Héctor Elizondo
    819 votes
    • Released: 2001
    • Directed by: Garry Marshall
    Stepping 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.

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  • The Devil Wears Prada
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    The Devil Wears Prada

    Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Adrian Grenier
    871 votes
    • Released: 2006
    • Directed by: David Frankel
    The Devil Wears Prada, a drama-comedy directed by David Frankel, showcases the fashion world's thrilling yet cutthroat landscape. The film features Andrea Sachs (Anne Hathaway), a budding journalist who lands a demanding job as an assistant to the ruthless editor-in-chief of Runway magazine, Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep). As Andrea navigates through high-fashion chaos and Miranda's relentless expectations, she wrestles with her identity and integrity. Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci co-star, adding depth to this tale of ambition and sacrifice. This Oscar-nominated film offers a peek into the glitz and glamour cloaking the fashion industry's merciless reality.

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  • The Intern
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    The Intern

    Robert De Niro, Anne Hathaway, Rene Russo
    386 votes
    • Released: 2015
    • Directed by: Nancy Meyers
    Starting a new job can be a difficult challenge, especially if you're already retired. Looking to get back into the game, 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) seizes the opportunity to become a senior intern at an online fashion site. Ben soon becomes popular with his younger co-workers, including Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway), the boss and founder of the company. Whittaker's charm, wisdom and sense of humor help him develop a special bond and growing friendship with Jules.

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  • Serenity
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    Serenity

    Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jason Clarke
    501 votes
    • Released: 2019
    • Directed by: Steven Knight
    Baker Dill is a fishing boat captain who leads tours off of the tranquil enclave of Plymouth Island. His peaceful life is soon shattered when his ex-wife Karen tracks him down. Desperate for help, Karen begs Baker to save her -- and their young son -- from her abusive husband. She wants him to take the brute out for a fishing excursion -- then throw him overboard to the sharks. Thrust back into a life that he wanted to forget, Baker now finds himself struggling to choose between right and wrong.

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  • The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement
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    The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement

    Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Héctor Elizondo
    572 votes
    • Released: 2004
    • Directed by: Garry Marshall
    In 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.

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  • The Dark Knight Rises
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    The Dark Knight Rises

    Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy
    630 votes
    • Released: 2012
    • Directed by: Christopher Nolan
    In The Dark Knight Rises, the final installment of Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy, we witness an older, broken Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) emerge from seclusion to protect Gotham City. The city is now under threat from Bane (Tom Hardy), a ruthless terrorist with a mysterious past. As the tale unfolds, a cunning cat burglar named Selina Kyle (Anne Hathaway) enters the fray. Meanwhile, Commissioner Gordon (Gary Oldman) grapples with the city's corruption. Genre-wise, it's an action-packed superhero film that won numerous awards for its visual effects and sound editing.