Academy awards |
| 1977 year 50th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Performance by an actor in a leading role | Richard Dreyfuss | Winner |
| Performance by an actress in a leading role | Marsha Mason | Nomination |
| Best Supporting Actress | Quinn Cummings | Nomination |
| Writing Original Screenplay | Neil Simon | Nomination |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 1977 year 35th |
| Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy | | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy | Marsha Mason | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture -Musical or Comedy | Richard Dreyfuss | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Quinn Cummings | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Neil Simon | Winner |