Is Robert Altman A-List?
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No — Robert Altman is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1969C$0.05M
MASH success
MASH proves a breakthrough hit, launching him into A-list director territory.
1975B▲$1M+$0.95M
Nashville critical acclaim
Nashville is a hit with critics, solidifying his reputation.
1980C▼$0.75M-$0.25M
Health is a Box Office flop
Health is a Box Office bomb, hurting Altman's reputation.
1992B▲$3M+$2.25M
The Player - Comeback success
The Player reinvigorates his career, and he's back directing A-list actors.
2001B$8M+$5M
Gosford Park success
Gosford Park is another success, earning him more directing jobs.
2006B$20M+$12M
Death
Altman passes away, leaving behind a legacy of influential films.
2026B$20M
Legacy
Altman's influence is still felt, remembered as a bold, original filmmaker.
Last updated: March 7, 2026