Academy awards |
| 1957 year 30th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Achievement in cinematic direction | Sidney Lumet | Nomination |
| Writing Adapted Screenplay | Reginald Rose | Nomination |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 1957 year 15th |
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | Henry Fonda | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Lee J. Cobb | Nomination |