Is Linda Cardellini A-List?
NoB
No — Linda Cardellini is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1999C$0.1M
Freaks and Geeks
Stars in Freaks and Geeks, launching her career.
2003B▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
ER recurring role
Recurring role on ER, gaining more exposure.
2004B$0.5M+$0.2M
Scooby-Doo Movie Role
Appears in Scooby-Doo movie as Velma.
2006B$1M+$0.5M
Brokeback Mountain
Appears in Brokeback Mountain.
2013B$2M+$1M
Mad Men Sylvia Rosen
Plays Sylvia Rosen on Mad Men.
2015B$4M+$2M
Bloodline Netflix Series
Stars in Bloodline, critically acclaimed Netflix series.
2019B$6M+$2M
Dead to Me Lead Role
Stars in Dead to Me, receiving Emmy nominations.
2026B$8M+$2M
Established TV/Film Actress
Continues to work steadily in television and film, known for versatile roles.
Last updated: February 25, 2026