Is David Cross A-List?
NoB
No — David Cross is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1990D$0.01M
Early Stand-Up Comedy
Starts his comedy career in Boston and New York City.
1995C▲$0.2M+$0.19M
Mr. Show Debut
Co-creates and stars in Mr. Show, gaining wider recognition.
2003B▲$1M+$0.8M
Arrested Development Role
Plays Tobias Fünke in Arrested Development, becoming a breakout role.
2010B$3M+$2M
Comedy Album Releases
Releases successful comedy albums and tours extensively.
2015B$5M+$2M
Continued TV and Film
Appears in various films and television shows, maintaining relevance.
2020B$7M+$2M
Directing and Writing
Ventures into directing and writing projects.
2026B$8M+$1M
Maintains Comedy Career
Continues to perform stand-up, write, and act, maintaining a solid and respected comedy career.
Last updated: February 23, 2026