- In 2008, received Independent Spirit Award for Best Feature
- In 2000, received American Comedy Award for Funniest Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture
- In 1999, received New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actor
- In 1998, received San Sebastián International Film Festival Award for Lifetime Achievement
- In 1986, received Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Special
- In 1985, received OBIE Award for Direction
- In 1985, received Boston Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor
- In 1985, received National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor
- In 1985, received Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Direction
- In 1984, received National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actor
- In 1984, received Theatre World Award
- In 1983, received Chicago Area Emmy for Best Actor
- In 1983, received Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
- In 1983, received OBIE Award for Performance
