Is Michael Cunningham A-List?
No — Michael Cunningham is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1998
The Hours - Breakthrough Novel
Lost A-list status in 2005
Dropped to B tier — Specimen Days Publication
Ranking Timeline
Golden States Publication
Early novel gains attention.
Flesh and Blood Publication
Further establishes him as a writer.
The Hours - Breakthrough Novel
His novel 'The Hours' wins the Pulitzer Prize.
The Hours Film Adaptation
The film adaptation of 'The Hours' increases his recognition.
Specimen Days Publication
Continued novel releases maintain his status.
By Nightfall Publication
Continues writing and publishing novels.
The Snow Queen Publication
Continues as a respected author.
Acclaimed American Novelist
Cunningham remains a respected American novelist, best known for 'The Hours' and his lyrical prose.
Last updated: February 25, 2026