The Power List: Who Actually Runs Hollywood in 2026

Vulture just dropped its ranking of the 100 most powerful directors in Hollywood — and the results might surprise you. Nolan on top, no shock there, but who's really jockeying for the No. 2 and 3 spots? We break down the tiers (IP Guys, A24 Boys on the Rise, the Old Guard), argue about the snubs, and debate whether "power" and "talent" are even the same thing anymore.