Is Haluk Bilginer A-List?
No — Haluk Bilginer is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2014
Winter Sleep: Palme d'Or
Lost A-list status in 2019
Dropped to B tier — The Stinger
Ranking Timeline
Early Stage and TV Work
Bilginer begins his acting career on stage and television in Turkey, gaining early experience.
EastEnders Role
Bilginer gains wider recognition with his role in the British soap opera *EastEnders*.
Hollywood Roles
Bilginer begins appearing in Hollywood films.
Winter Sleep: Palme d'Or
His film *Winter Sleep* wins the Palme d'Or at Cannes, boosting his international recognition.
Şahsiyet Emmy Award
Bilginer wins the International Emmy Award for Best Actor for his performance in *Şahsiyet*, gaining global acclaim.
The Stinger
Haluk played the main role in the action film, The Stinger.
Resonance
Haluk played the main role in the sci-fi drama, Resonance.
Acclaimed Turkish Actor
Bilginer remains a highly respected actor in Turkey and internationally, continuing to work in film, television, and theatre.
Last updated: February 25, 2026