Is Danny Elfman A-List?
YesA
Yes — Danny Elfman is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 1989
Batman Score Success
Ranking Timeline
1979D$0.1M
Oingo Boingo Formation
Founded Oingo Boingo, gaining initial recognition.
1985C▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Pee-wee's Big Adventure Score
Scored *Pee-wee's Big Adventure*, marking his film debut.
1989A▲▲$2M+$1.5M
Batman Score Success
Composed the score for *Batman*, achieving widespread acclaim.
1993A$10M+$8M
Nightmare Before Christmas
Wrote the songs and score for *The Nightmare Before Christmas*.
2000A$30M+$20M
Continued Film Scoring
Continued scoring major films, solidifying his status.
2026A$80M+$50M
Prolific Film Composer
Continues composing for big movies and his legacy in music grows.
Last updated: February 25, 2026