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Kenneth Branagh

Is Kenneth Branagh A-List?

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YesKenneth Branagh is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.

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Reached A-list in 1996

Directs "Hamlet" Film

Ranking Timeline

1984C$0.05M

RADA Training and Stage Work

Begins his career with classical stage productions.

1989B$0.5M+$0.45M

Directs and Stars in "Henry V"

Receives critical acclaim for his adaptation of "Henry V".

1993B$2M+$1.5M

Directs "Much Ado About Nothing"

Directs and stars in another successful Shakespeare adaptation.

1996A$5M+$3M

Directs "Hamlet" Film

Adapts and directs "Hamlet" to critical acclaim.

2011A$15M+$10M

Directs "Thor"

Directs the Marvel film "Thor", showcasing his range as a director.

2017A$30M+$15M

Directs "Murder on Orient Express"

Directs and stars in "Murder on the Orient Express", a commercial success.

2022A$50M+$20M

Oscar Win for "Belfast"

Wins an Academy Award for his film "Belfast".

2026A$60M+$10M

Acclaimed Actor and Filmmaker

Remains a highly respected actor and filmmaker.

Last updated: February 24, 2026