Is Tom Skerritt A-List?
No — Tom Skerritt is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1979
*Alien* Success
Lost A-list status in 1993
Dropped to B tier — *A River Runs Through It*
Ranking Timeline
Early Film Beginnings
Skerritt starts in uncredited roles in films and TV shows.
*M*A*S*H* Role
Appears in *M*A*S*H*, garnering wider recognition.
*Alien* Success
Starring role in *Alien* increases popularity.
*Top Gun* Stardom
Appears in *Top Gun*, another commercial hit.
*A River Runs Through It*
Skerritt stars in *A River Runs Through It*.
*Picket Fences* Emmy
Wins Emmy for *Picket Fences*, solidifying his career.
Still Acting, Respected Veteran
Continues to work consistently in TV and film as a respected character actor.
Last updated: February 21, 2026