Is Ruben Östlund A-List?
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No — Ruben Östlund is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2004D$0.1M
Early Film Success
Directs 'The Guitar Mongoloid,' receiving recognition at film festivals.
2014C▲$0.5M+$0.4M
"Force Majeure" Acclaim
Directs 'Force Majeure,' gaining international attention and critical praise.
2017B▲$2M+$1.5M
"The Square" Wins Palme
Directs 'The Square,' winning the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
2022B$4M+$2M
Second Palme d'Or
Wins a second Palme d'Or for 'Triangle of Sadness', solidifying his status as a top director.
2023B$4.5M+$0.5M
Oscar Nominations
'Triangle of Sadness' receives multiple Academy Award nominations.
2026B$5M+$0.5M
Acclaimed Director
Continues to direct satirical films. Remains a highly respected figure in international cinema.
Last updated: February 25, 2026