| Title | Role | Award | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Man Who Wasn't There | Actor | Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama | 2001 | shortlisted |
| Sling Blade | Actor | Academy Award for Best Actor | 1996 | shortlisted |
| Sling Blade | Writer | Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay | 1996 | winner |