Academy awards |
| 2003 year 76th |
| Best motion picture of the year | | Nomination |
| Performance by an actor in a leading role | Sean Penn | Winner |
| Best Supporting Actor | Tim Robbins | Winner |
| Best Supporting Actress | Marcia Gay Harden | Nomination |
| Achievement in cinematic direction | Clint Eastwood | Nomination |
| Writing Adapted Screenplay | Brian Helgeland | Nomination |
Golden Globe Awards |
| 2003 year 61th |
| Best Motion Picture – Drama | | Nomination |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | Sean Penn | Winner |
| Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Tim Robbins | Winner |
| Best Director - Motion Picture | Clint Eastwood | Nomination |
| Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Brian Helgeland | Nomination |