Is Joel Schumacher A-List?
No — Joel Schumacher is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Screenwriting Success Begins
Started writing screenplays for films like *Car Wash* and *Sparkle*.
Directs St. Elmo's Fire
Directed *St. Elmo's Fire*, establishing himself as a director.
Directs The Lost Boys
Directed *The Lost Boys*, further cementing his directing career.
Batman Forever Director
Directed *Batman Forever*, a commercially successful but critically divisive film.
Batman & Robin Controversy
Directed *Batman & Robin*, which was heavily criticized, affecting his reputation.
Phantom of the Opera Film
Directed *The Phantom of the Opera*, a commercially successful adaptation.
Schumacher Dies at 75
Passes away after a year long battle with cancer.
Legacy of Diverse Filmmaking
Remembered for a diverse filmography, from teen dramas to action blockbusters, and his influence on Hollywood.
Last updated: February 25, 2026