Is Penelope Ann Miller A-List?
No — Penelope Ann Miller is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1990
"Kindergarten Cop" & "Awakenings"
Lost A-list status in 2000
Dropped to B tier — Smaller Film Roles
Ranking Timeline
Broadway Debut
Miller starts her career on Broadway.
Transition to Film
Miller begins to appear in film productions.
"Kindergarten Cop" & "Awakenings"
She stars in both comedic and dramatic film roles.
"Carlito's Way"
Miller appears in a critically acclaimed crime drama.
Smaller Film Roles
She takes on smaller roles in film and television.
"The Artist"
Miller appears in the Academy Award winning film.
Respected Character Actress
Miller continues to work consistently in film and television, proving reliable.
Last updated: February 21, 2026