- In 2007, received American Film Institute for Life Achievement
- In 2004, received Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television
- In 2004, received Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
- In 2004, received Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries
- In 2001, received Cecil B. DeMille Award
- In 2000, received Film Society of Lincoln Center for Career Achievement
- In 1997, received Boston Society of Film Critics Award for Best Actor
- In 1997, received Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Documentary
- In 1996, received Gotham Award for Lifetime Achievment
- In 1993, received Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
- In 1993, received Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role
- In 1977, received Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Play
- In 1977, received Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play
- In 1976, received BAFTA Award for Best Actor
- In 1975, received Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award for Best Actor
- In 1974, received Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture Actor - Drama
- In 1973, received National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Actor
- In 1973, received National Board of Review Award for Best Actor
- In 1972, received National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actor
- In 1969, received Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Play
- In 1969, received Theatre World Award
- In 1969, received Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Performance
- In 1968, received OBIE Award for Best Actor
