Oscar: Melvyn Douglas, Being There
N.Y. Film Critics: Melvyn Douglas
L.A. Film Critics: Melvyn Douglas
National Society: Frederic Forrest, The Rose
National Board: Paul Dooley, Breaking Away
Golden Globes: Melvyn Douglas; Robert Duvall, Apocalypse Now; Rickey Schroder, The Champ, newcomer
British: Robert Duvall