Possessing one of the most instantly recognizable voices in entertainment history, James Earl Jones is one of America's most distinguished and versatile actors. Read Full Biography
| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Screen Actors Guild | Best Actor | Cry, The Beloved Country. | Nominated |
| 1987 | Independent Spirit Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Matewan | Nominated |
| 1974 | Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy | Claudine | Nominated |
| 1970 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Actor | The Great White Hope | Nominated |
| 1970 | Hollywood Foreign Press Association | New Star of the Year - Male | The Great White Hope | Won |
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