
Is Matthew Fox A-List?
No — Matthew Fox is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 2004
Lost: Leading Role
Lost A-list status in 2012
Dropped to B tier — Alex Cross Film Role
Ranking Timeline
Party of Five Breakthrough
Fox lands a lead role on Party of Five, providing steady work and establishing him as a recognizable face in the television landscape. His career begins to take off.
Lost: Leading Role
Fox is cast as Jack Shephard in Lost, rocketing him to international fame and earning him significant awards attention. His net worth sees a major increase.
Lost Series Finale
Lost concludes after six seasons, leaving Fox with a substantial income and heightened profile for future roles. He commands higher salaries.
Alex Cross Film Role
Fox appears in Alex Cross, marking a transition to film roles but failing to achieve the same level of success as his TV work. His career slows down.
Acting Hiatus Begins
Fox takes a break from acting, reducing his income and public presence, and leading to a slight dip in popularity. Focuses on personal life.
Return to TV: Last Light
Fox stars in 'Last Light,' marking his return to television after a hiatus. However, the show doesn't achieve widespread popularity.
Continuing Limited Roles
Fox takes occasional acting roles, but has not regained his Lost-era popularity. Largely remains out of the spotlight.
Last updated: February 21, 2026