Meryl Streep

Collaborations with Directors

This timeline highlights some of Meryl Streep's most notable collaborations with film directors, showcasing the creative partnerships that have contributed to her acclaimed performances.

Michael Cimino - 'The Deer Hunter'

1978

Worked with Michael Cimino on 'The Deer Hunter,' a collaboration that earned her first Academy Award nomination.

Robert Benton - 'Kramer vs. Kramer'

1979

Collaborated with Robert Benton on 'Kramer vs. Kramer', leading to her first Academy Award win.

Alan J. Pakula - 'Sophie's Choice'

1982

Worked with Alan J. Pakula on 'Sophie's Choice', resulting in her second Academy Award win.

Sydney Pollack - 'Out of Africa'

1985

Collaborated with Sydney Pollack on 'Out of Africa', one of the most iconic films of the 1980s.

Clint Eastwood - 'The Bridges of Madison County'

1995

Worked with Clint Eastwood on 'The Bridges of Madison County,' where Eastwood also directed. This film garnered critical acclaim and box office success.

Spike Jonze - 'Adaptation'

2002

Starred in 'Adaptation.' directed by Spike Jonze.

David Frankel - 'The Devil Wears Prada'

2006

Collaborated with David Frankel on 'The Devil Wears Prada', a commercially successful film that revitalized her career.

Steven Spielberg - 'The Post'

2017

Worked with Steven Spielberg on 'The Post,' a critically acclaimed film about the Washington Post's coverage of the Pentagon Papers.

Greta Gerwig - 'Little Women'

2019

Collaborated with Greta Gerwig on 'Little Women', showcasing her willingness to work with emerging female directors.