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Zhang Yimou

Is Zhang Yimou A-List?

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

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Reached A-list in 1990

'Ju Dou' Release

Ranking Timeline

1987B$0.1M

'Red Sorghum' Release

Zhang Yimou directs 'Red Sorghum', his directorial debut, gaining international attention.

1990A$1M+$0.9M

'Ju Dou' Release

'Ju Dou' is nominated for an Academy Award, increasing Zhang's international recognition.

1992A$3M+$2M

'The Story of Qiu Ju'

Wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival.

1999A$7M+$4M

'Not One Less' Release

Zhang directs 'Not One Less', winning the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.

2002A$15M+$8M

'Hero' Release

'Hero' achieves international box office success, solidifying Zhang's status as a major filmmaker.

2008A$30M+$15M

Olympics Directing Gig

Zhang directs the opening and closing ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics.

2014A$40M+$10M

'Coming Home' Release

Zhang directs 'Coming Home', receiving positive reviews.

2026A$50M+$10M

Influential Filmmaker Legacy

Zhang Yimou remains one of the most influential filmmakers in the world, celebrated for his contributions to Chinese cinema.

Last updated: February 25, 2026