Werner Herzog Awards
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Nominated | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences |
Best Documentary Feature Encounters at the End of the World |
Berlin International Film Festival
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Won | Berlin International Film Festival |
Silver Bear - Special Jury Prize Signs of Life (1968) |
Cannes Film Festival
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Won | Cannes Film Festival |
Best Director Fitzcarraldo |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Documentary Encounters at the End of the World |
Venice International Film Festival
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Won | Venice International Film Festival |
Special Osella d'oro Schrei Aus Stein |