Is Stephen Frears A-List?
No — Stephen Frears is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1988
Dangerous Liaisons Success
Lost A-list status in 2000
Dropped to B tier — High Fidelity Release
Ranking Timeline
Early Television Work
Begins his career in British television.
My Beautiful Laundrette Release
Directs 'My Beautiful Laundrette', earning critical acclaim.
Dangerous Liaisons Success
Directs 'Dangerous Liaisons', achieving international recognition.
The Grifters Acclaim
Directs 'The Grifters', earning awards nominations.
High Fidelity Release
Directs 'High Fidelity', a critical and commercial success.
The Queen Success
Directs 'The Queen', garnering multiple awards.
Knighthood Awarded
Knighted for contributions to film and television.
Respected Director and Producer
Continues to work as a director and producer.
Last updated: February 25, 2026