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Is Patrick Süskind A-List?
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No — Patrick Süskind is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1985B$0.5M
Perfume Novel Publication
His novel becomes a massive bestseller.
2006B$5M+$4.5M
Perfume Film Adaptation
Film adaptation further increases popularity.
2026B$10M+$5M
Literary Figure
Remembered as author of *Perfume*.
Last updated: February 25, 2026