Academy awards |
| 1992 year 65th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Best Supporting Actor | Jack Nicholson | Nomination |
| Best Sound | Kevin O'Connell | Nomination |
| Film Editing | Robert Leighton | Nomination |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 1992 year 50th |
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | Tom Cruise | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Jack Nicholson | Nomination |
| Best Director - Motion Picture | Rob Reiner | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Aaron Sorkin | Nomination |