Academy awards |
| 1995 year 68th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Performance by an actress in a leading role | Emma Thompson | Nomination |
| Best Supporting Actress | Kate Winslet | Nomination |
| Best Cinematography | Michael Coulter | Nomination |
| Original Dramatic Score | Patrick Doyle | Nomination |
| Costume Design | Jenny Beavan | Nomination |
| Writing Adapted Screenplay | Emma Thompson | Winner |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 1995 year 53th |
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama | Emma Thompson | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Kate Winslet | Nomination |
| Best Director - Motion Picture | Ang Lee/李安 | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Emma Thompson | Winner |
| Best Original Score - Motion Picture | Patrick Doyle | Nomination |