Academy awards |
| 2011 year 84th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Performance by an actor in a leading role | George Clooney | Nomination |
| Achievement in cinematic direction | Alexander Payne | Nomination |
| Writing Adapted Screenplay | Alexander Payne | Winner |
| Writing Adapted Screenplay | Jim Rash | Winner |
| Film Editing | Kevin Tent | Nomination |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 2011 year 69th |
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | George Clooney | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Shailene Woodley | Nomination |
| Best Director - Motion Picture | Alexander Payne | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Alexander Payne | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Jim Rash | Nomination |