Excalibur: Awards and nominations
| Year | Category | Subcategory | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA | Winner Saturn Award | Best Costumes (Bob Ringwood) |
| 1981 | Cannes Film Festival | Winner Best Artistic Contribution | (John Boorman) |
| Year | Category | Subcategory | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Academy Awards, USA | Nominee Oscar | Best Cinematography (Alex Thomson) |
| 1982 | Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA | Nominee Saturn Award | Best Fantasy Film |
| 1982 | Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA | Nominee Saturn Award | Best Supporting Actor (Nicol Williamson) |
| 1982 | Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA | Nominee Saturn Award | Best Supporting Actress (Helen Mirren) |
| 1982 | Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA | Nominee Saturn Award | Best Director (John Boorman) |
| 1982 | Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA | Nominee Saturn Award | Best Make-Up (Basil Newall, Anna Dryhurst) |
| 1982 | BAFTA Awards | Nominee BAFTA Film Award | Best Costume Design (Bob Ringwood) |
| 1982 | Hugo Awards | Nominee Hugo | Best Dramatic Presentation (John Boorman, Rospo Pallenberg, Thomas Malory) |
| 1981 | British Society of Cinematographers | Nominee Best Cinematography Award | (Alex Thomson) |
| 1981 | Cannes Film Festival | Nominee Palme d'Or | (John Boorman) |