Is Peter Graves A-List?
No — Peter Graves is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1980
"Airplane!" Comedic Turn
Lost A-list status in 1988
Dropped to B tier — "Mission: Impossible" Revival
Ranking Timeline
Early Career Beginnings
Began acting in various films and television shows.
"Mission: Impossible" Role
Starred as Jim Phelps in "Mission: Impossible," achieving widespread fame.
"Airplane!" Comedic Turn
Appeared in "Airplane!," showcasing his comedic talents.
"Mission: Impossible" Revival
Returned to "Mission: Impossible," reprising his iconic role.
Continued Acting Roles
Continued to act in various film and television projects.
Death
Graves dies at age 83, ending his long and successful acting career.
Television Icon Remembered
Remembered as a television icon for his role in "Mission: Impossible" and his comedic performance in "Airplane!"
Last updated: February 21, 2026