The film has received various awards and nominations, with the nominations categories mainly ranging from recognition of the film itself (Best Film) to its direction, editing and writing (Best Direction, Best Editing, Best Adapted Screenplay) to the cast's acting performance, mainly Mo'Nique's and Gabourey Sidibe's for Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress, respectively. "Precious" received three nominations at the 67th Golden Globe Awards ceremony, and received one award for Best Performance By An Actress In A Supporting Role In A Motion Picture. "Precious" received six nominations from the 82nd Academy Awards ceremony, winning two for Best Supporting Actress and Best Writing for an adapted screenplay. The film also received four nominations at the 63rd British Academy Film Awards, winning Best Supporting Actress. The film won all five of its nominations at the 25th Independent Spirit Awards, for Best Feature, Best First Screenplay, Best Director, Best Female Lead and Best Supporting Female.