The Dead Awards
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Nominated | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences |
Best Adapted Screenplay Tony Huston |
| 1987 | Nominated | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences |
Best Costume Design Dorothy Jeakins |
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Cinematography Fred Murphy |
| 1987 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Picture |
| 1987 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Screenplay Tony Huston |
| 1987 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Director John Huston |
| 1987 | Won | Independent Spirit Awards |
Best Supporting Actress Anjelica Huston |
National Society of Film Critics
| Year | Result | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Won | National Society of Film Critics |
Best Picture |
