| Award | Nominee | Season | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama (2008) | Anna Paquin | - | winner |
| Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series - Drama (2008) | - | shortlisted | |
| Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama (2009) | Anna Paquin | - | shortlisted |
| Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series - Drama (2009) | - | shortlisted | |
| BAFTA Award for Best International Programme (2010) | - | shortlisted | |
| Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series (2010) | Season 2 | shortlisted |