Is Robert Forster A-List?
No — Robert Forster is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1997
*Jackie Brown* Comeback
Lost A-list status in 2001
Dropped to B tier — *Mulholland Drive* Role
Ranking Timeline
*Medium Cool* Stardom
Role in *Medium Cool* brings early recognition.
Career Lull Begins
Career slows down; smaller roles.
*Jackie Brown* Comeback
*Jackie Brown* revives career, earns Oscar nod.
*Mulholland Drive* Role
Gains roles in notable projects like Mulholland Drive.
*Olympus Has Fallen*
Appears in blockbuster action films.
*Breaking Bad* Appearance
Role in *Breaking Bad* expands audience.
Death at Age 78
Dies in 2019, remembered for his comeback and versatile acting.
Legacy as Respected Actor
Legacy as a versatile and respected actor is remembered.
Last updated: February 21, 2026