Is Michael Shannon A-List?
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No — Michael Shannon is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2002D$0.1M
Early Film Roles
Gains recognition with roles in films like '8 Mile' and 'Pearl Harbor'.
2008B▲▲$1M+$0.9M
'Revolutionary Road' Nomination
Receives his first Academy Award nomination for 'Revolutionary Road'.
2013B$3M+$2M
'Man of Steel' Role
Appears in 'Man of Steel,' expanding his presence in mainstream cinema.
2016B$5M+$2M
Second Oscar Nomination
Receives his second Academy Award nomination for 'Nocturnal Animals'.
2017B$6.5M+$1.5M
'The Shape of Water'
Appears in 'The Shape of Water', further solidifying his status as a respected actor.
2026B$8M+$1.5M
Respected Actor
Continues to work in both independent and mainstream films, remaining a respected actor.
Last updated: February 25, 2026