Academy awards |
| 2013 year 86th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Performance by an actor in a leading role | Bruce Dern | Nomination |
| Best Supporting Actress | June Squibb | Nomination |
| Achievement in cinematic direction | Alexander Payne | Nomination |
| Writing Original Screenplay | Bob Nelson | Nomination |
| Best Cinematography | Phedon Papamichael | Nomination |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 2013 year 71th |
| Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy | | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture -Musical or Comedy | Bruce Dern | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | June Squibb | Nomination |
| Best Director - Motion Picture | Alexander Payne | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Bob Nelson | Nomination |