Maggie Smith: 9 unforgettable roles of the Oscar-winning actress

We take a look at some of her best performances

Charlotte Bartlett in 'A Room With A View'

Muriel Donnelly in 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel'

Reverend Mother in the 'Sister Act' franchise

Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess Of Grantham in 'Downton Abbey'

Maggie Smith in 'Lady in The Van' (2015)

We take a look at some of her best performances

Even the younger generations know Maggie Smith from her remarkable performance in 'Downtown Abbey' and film series like 'Harry Potter'. So let’s take a look at some of the roles that made her the star she always will be.

Charlotte Bartlett in 'A Room With A View'

For this performance, Maggie Smith won her second Golden Globe and an incredible fifth Oscar nomination.

Muriel Donnelly in 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel'

In this comedy drama Smith is a housekeeper who comes to a hotel to get a hip operation. She plays the character with a dry wit and sarcastic bitterness... It is pure Maggie Smith.

Photo: 20th Century Studios

Constance Trentham in 'Gosford Park'

The Dame is wonderful in this black comedy where family secrets, lies and deceptions come tumbling out after a murder at a dinner party attended by wealthy guests at shooting party. A classic all should watch.

Reverend Mother in the 'Sister Act' franchise

Maggie Smith was hilarious in these films. She showed her range as an actress by playing the role perfectly in this comedy. Every look, and every reaction is on point.

Photo: Touchstone/Disney

Diana Barrie in 'California Suite'

Dame Maggie played the role of an actress hoping to win an Academy Award and got one in real life for her portrayal as Diana Barrie.

Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess Of Grantham in 'Downton Abbey'

One of her most recent memorable roles. From 2010-2015 Smith won three Emmys and a Golden Globe for her part as Violet Crawley in the extremely popular 'Downtown Abbey'.

Photo: ITV

Maggie Smith in 'The Secret Garden'

In this fit, we can truly say she made a good film a great film, playing the role of the head housekeeper, Mrs. Medlock in 1993’s 'The Secret Garden'. Her contribution to the story and the weight she gave the movie will always be memorable.

The Harry Potter Series (2001-2011)

Maggie Smith was perfect as Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter Movies and played a big part in the success of the franchise. Her warmth towards the lead children was apparent, as were her strict views as Head of Gryffindor House.

Photo: Warner Bros.

Maggie Smith in 'Lady in The Van' (2015)

Capturing the eccentricities of the character perfectly Smith plays Miss Mary Shepherd, a homeless woman who parks her van in playwright Alan Bennett's driveway for 15 years. Based on a true story.

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