Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Academy of Television Arts and Sciences | Best Directing For a Miniseries, Movie, or a Dramatic Special | George C. Wolfe | Nominated |
| 2005 | Academy of Television Arts and Sciences | Best Actress in a Miniseries or Movie | S. Epatha Merkerson | Won |
Golden Globes
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Best Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television | Nominated | |
| 2005 | Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Best Performance by an Actress in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television | S. Epatha Merkerson | Won |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Independent Spirit Awards | Best First Feature | George C. Wolfe | Nominated |
| 2005 | Independent Spirit Awards | Best Actress | S. Epatha Merkerson | Nominated |
