Academy awards |
| 1985 year 58th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Performance by an actor in a leading role | Harrison Ford | Nomination |
| Achievement in cinematic direction | Peter Weir | Nomination |
| Writing Original Screenplay | William Kelley | Winner |
| Best Cinematography | John Seale | Nomination |
| Original Dramatic Score | Maurice Jarre | Nomination |
| Best Production Design | Stan Jolley | Nomination |
| Best Production Design | John H. Anderson | Nomination |
| Film Editing | Thom Noble | Winner |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 1985 year 43th |
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | Harrison Ford | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Kelly McGillis | Nomination |
| Best Director - Motion Picture | Peter Weir | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | William Kelley | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Earl W. Wallace | Nomination |
| Best Original Score - Motion Picture | Maurice Jarre | Nomination |