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Robert Wise

Is Robert Wise A-List?

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

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Reached A-list in 1961

'West Side Story' Success

Ranking Timeline

1941C$0.05M

'Citizen Kane' Film Editor

Wise gained recognition as the editor for 'Citizen Kane,' earning an Oscar nomination.

1943C$0.1M+$0.05M

Directorial Debut

Directed his first film, marking the beginning of his directing career.

1951B$0.5M+$0.4M

Directed 'The Day the Earth'

Wise directed 'The Day the Earth Stood Still,' a sci-fi classic solidifying his directing abilities.

1961A$1M+$0.5M

'West Side Story' Success

Wise directed 'West Side Story,' winning Best Director and Best Picture Oscars.

1965A$2M+$1M

'Sound of Music' Triumph

Directed 'The Sound of Music,' winning another Best Director and Best Picture, cementing his legacy.

1989A$4M+$2M

AFI Lifetime Achievement Award

Recognized by peers for a lifetime of directing achievements.

2005A$5M+$1M

Death of Robert Wise

Robert Wise passed away, leaving behind a legacy of acclaimed films and directorial achievements.

2026A$5M

Legacy as Directing Icon

Wise's contributions to cinema are celebrated, remembered as a versatile and accomplished director.

Last updated: February 25, 2026