The Clowns: Awards and nominations
| Year | Category | Subcategory | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | National Board of Review, USA | Winner NBR Award | Top Foreign Films |
| 1971 | David di Donatello Awards | Winner Special David | |
| 1971 | Italian National Syndicate of Film Journalists | Winner Silver Ribbon | Best Costume Design (Migliori Costumi) (Danilo Donati) |
| 1970 | Venice Film Festival | Winner Pasinetti Award | Best Italian Film (Federico Fellini) |
| Year | Category | Subcategory | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Italian National Syndicate of Film Journalists | Nominee Silver Ribbon | Best Score (Migliore Musica) (Nino Rota) |