Is Jason Robards A-List?
No — Jason Robards is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1972
'All the President's Men'
Lost A-list status in 1988
Dropped to B tier — Later Career Success
Ranking Timeline
O'Neill Stage Success
Established himself as a prominent stage actor in O'Neill's works.
'Long Day's Journey' Acclaim
Received critical acclaim for 'Long Day's Journey Into Night'.
'All the President's Men'
Starred in 'All the President's Men', winning an Oscar.
Academy Award Recognition
Won his second Academy Award for 'Julia'.
Later Career Success
Continued to balance work in theater, film, and television.
National Medal of Arts
Received the National Medal of Arts.
Legacy as a Master
Remembered as a master of stage and screen performances.
Last updated: February 25, 2026