Is Josh Hartnett A-List?
No — Josh Hartnett is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2001
Pearl Harbor Stardom
Lost A-list status in 2006
Dropped to B tier — The Black Dahlia
Ranking Timeline
Cracker Debut
Begins his career with the ABC drama series 'Cracker'.
Halloween H20 Recognition
Lands starring roles in films such as 'Halloween H20: 20 Years Later' and 'The Faculty'.
Pearl Harbor Stardom
Stars in 'Pearl Harbor,' catapulting him to mainstream success and establishing him as a leading man.
The Black Dahlia
Stars in 'The Black Dahlia,' which does relatively well.
Penny Dreadful Series
Stars in the TV series 'Penny Dreadful'.
The Ottoman Lieutenant
Stars in 'The Ottoman Lieutenant,' which receives mixed reviews.
Wrath of Man
Stars in 'Wrath of Man,' with Jason Statham.
Oppenheimer
Stars in Oppenheimer, which becomes very successful.
Continued Film Career
Hartnett continues to work steadily in film and television, maintaining his status as a respected actor.
Last updated: February 23, 2026