Is Nikolaj Coster-Waldau A-List?
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Yes — Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 2016
Gods of Egypt Lead Role
Ranking Timeline
1994C$0.1M
Nightwatch Danish Success
Breakthrough role in Danish film.
2001B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Black Hawk Down Role
International film debut.
2011B$1M+$0.5M
Game of Thrones Debut
Casted as Jaime Lannister.
2016A▲$4M+$3M
Gods of Egypt Lead Role
Starring role in fantasy film.
2019A$12M+$8M
Game of Thrones Finale
Show concludes, garnering acclaim.
2022A$15M+$3M
Against the Ice Lead Role
Nikolaj writes and stars in film.
2026A$16M+$1M
Continuing Acting Career
Continues to find success.
Last updated: February 25, 2026