Is Sean Baker A-List?
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No — Sean Baker is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2000C$0.01M
Four Letter Words Debut
Baker's early film is released.
2004C$0.05M+$0.04M
Take Out Film Release
Directs *Take Out*.
2015B▲$0.25M+$0.2M
Tangerine iPhone Film
Directs *Tangerine*, shot entirely on iPhones, gaining critical acclaim.
2017B$1M+$0.75M
The Florida Project Success
*The Florida Project* earns widespread recognition and awards.
2021B$1.5M+$0.5M
Red Rocket Released
Directs *Red Rocket*, receiving positive reviews.
2024B$1.8M+$0.30000000000000004M
Anora Released
Anora is well-received by critics.
2026B$2M+$0.19999999999999996M
Continuing Indie Films
Continues making independent films focused on marginalized communities.
Last updated: February 23, 2026