| Year | Event | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress - Drama | (2016) | Nominated |
| 2017 | Academy Awards | Best Actress | (2016) | Nominated |
| 2011 | British Academy Film Awards | Best Leading Actress | (2010) | Winner |
| 2011 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role | (2010) | Winner |
| 2011 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress - Drama | (2010) | Winner |
| 2011 | Academy Awards | Best Actress | (2010) | Winner |
| 2005 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Supporting Actress | (2004) | Winner |
| 2005 | Academy Awards | Best Supporting Actress | (2004) | Nominated |
| 2000 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Anywhere but Here | Nominated |