Like his younger brother John, American actor Lionel Barrymore wanted more than anything to be an artist. But a member of the celebrated Barrymore family was expected to enter the family trade, so Lionel reluctantly launched an acting career. Read Full Biography
| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Actor | A Free Soul | Won |
| 1928 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Director | Madame X | Nominated |
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