Blood Simple Awards
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Cinematography Barry Sonnenfeld |
| 1985 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Picture |
| 1985 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Screenplay Ethan Coen Joel Coen |
| 1985 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Actor M. Emmet Walsh |
| 1985 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Director Joel Coen |
National Board of Review
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Nominated | National Board of Review |
Best Picture |
Sundance Film Festival
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Won | Sundance Film Festival |
Grand Jury Prize - Dramatic |
| 1985 | Won | Sundance Film Festival |
Grand Prize: Narrative Joel Coen |
