
Is Paul Thomas Anderson A-List?
Yes — Paul Thomas Anderson is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 1999
'Magnolia' Acclaim
Ranking Timeline
'Hard Eight' Directorial Debut
Anderson directs his first feature film, 'Hard Eight'.
'Boogie Nights' Breakthrough
'Boogie Nights' establishes him as a major directing talent.
'Magnolia' Acclaim
'Magnolia' further solidifies his reputation as an auteur.
'There Will Be Blood' Success
'There Will Be Blood' garners critical acclaim and awards.
'The Master' Explores Cults
'The Master' continues his streak of critically acclaimed films.
'Phantom Thread' Oscar Nominated
'Phantom Thread' receives multiple Academy Award nominations.
'Licorice Pizza' Acclaim
'Licorice Pizza' is released to high critical acclaim.
Leading Auteur Filmmaker
Anderson continues to be a respected and influential filmmaker.
Last updated: February 25, 2026