Is Asghar Farhadi A-List?
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No — Asghar Farhadi is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2009C$0.1M
About Elly Acclaim
'About Elly' gains international recognition, launching his career.
2011B▲$1M+$0.9M
A Separation's Success
'A Separation' wins the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.
2013B$2M+$1M
The Past Release
'The Past' continues to explore themes of family dynamics.
2016B$3M+$1M
The Salesman's Accolades
'The Salesman' wins his second Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.
2018B$4M+$1M
Everybody Knows Release
'Everybody Knows' stars Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruz.
2021B$4.5M+$0.5M
A Hero Release
A Hero is released to critical success.
2026B$5M+$0.5M
Continued Filmmaking
Remains an influential figure in Iranian and world cinema.
Last updated: February 25, 2026