Criteria: - These are the Greatest Actresses in film based on talent, versatility, influence, characterization, charisma, and success in the movie business. (The actors are followed by a movie that showcases their talent.)
1

Katharine Hepburn (Guess Who's Coming to Dinner)
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2

Meryl Streep (Sophie's Choice)
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3

Ingrid Bergman (Gaslight)
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4

Grace Kelly (The Country Girl)
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5

Bette Davis (All About Eve)
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6

Barbara Stanwyck (Ball of Fire)
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7

Audrey Hepburn (Roman Holiday)
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8

Olivia De Havilland (The Heiress)
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9

Diane Keaton (Annie Hall)
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10

Joan Fontaine (Suspicion)
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