The French Connection (film) Awards and nominations Awards and nominations

| Award | Category | Nominee | Result_ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Film Critics Circle, 1972 | Best Film | Ernest Tidyman | Won |
| National Society of Film Critics, 1972 | Best Actor | Gene Hackman | Nominated |
| New York Film Critics Circle, 1971 | Best Actor | Gene Hackman | Won |
| New York Film Critics Circle, 1971 | Best Film | Ernest Tidyman | Nominated |
| Writers Guild of America, 1972 | Best Drama Adaptation | Ernest Tidyman | Nominated |