| Year | Festival | Category | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | SAG Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture | Allison Janney | Winner |
| 2012 | SAG Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role | Mary Steenburgen | Winner |
| 2012 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actress | Octavia Spencer | Winner |
| 2012 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actress | Jessica Chastain | Nominated |
| 2012 | Oscars | Best Picture | Chris Columbus | Nominated |
| 2012 | Oscars | Best Actress | Viola Davis | Nominated |
| 2011 | SAG Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role | Sissy Spacek | Winner |