Is Tony Scott A-List?

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No — Tony Scott is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.

Ranking Timeline

1983C$0.1M

Directorial Debut: 'The Hunger'

Showcases his visual flair and establishes him as a director.

1986B▲$1M+$0.9M

'Top Gun' Success

Becomes a massive commercial success, cementing his reputation.

1987B$3M+$2M

'Beverly Hills Cop II'

Further establishes him as action-movie director.

1990B$6M+$3M

'Days of Thunder'

Continues directing high-octane films.

1993B$10M+$4M

'True Romance'

Directed classic film 'True Romance'.

2004B$15M+$5M

'Man on Fire'

Directs another high-grossing Action movie.

2012B$20M+$5M

Death by Suicide

Tony Scott takes his own life in August 2012.

2026B$20M

Action Genre Legacy

Leaves a lasting impact on the action genre through his filmography.

Last updated: February 25, 2026