Mary Poppins is a 1964 musical fantasy film based on the eponymous children's book series by P.L. Travers. The film stars Julie Andrews in the title role of MARY Poppins, a magical English nanny who visits a dysfunctional family in London and employs her unique brand of lifestyle to improve the family's dynamic. MARY Poppins was released to critical acclaim and won five Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Andrews. It has since become a beloved classic of children's cinema.