Academy awards |
| 1978 year 51th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Best Supporting Actor | John Hurt | Nomination |
| Achievement in cinematic direction | Alan Parker | Nomination |
| Original Dramatic Score | Giorgio Moroder | Winner |
| Writing Adapted Screenplay | Oliver Stone | Winner |
| Film Editing | Gerry Hambling /Gerald Hambling /Jerry Hambling | Nomination |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 1978 year 36th |
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | Brad Davis | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | John Hurt | Winner |
| Best Director - Motion Picture | Alan Parker | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Oliver Stone | Winner |
| Best Original Score - Motion Picture | Giorgio Moroder | Winner |