| Award | |
|---|---|
| Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay (2008) | winner |
| Academy Award for Best Director (2008) | winner |
| Academy Award for Best Picture (2008) | winner |
| BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role (2008) | shortlisted |
| BAFTA Award for Best Direction (2008) | winner |
| BAFTA Award for Best Film (2008) | winner |
| Golden Globe Award for Best Director (2008) | winner |
| Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Drama (2008) | winner |
| Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay (2008) | winner |