1981
Academy Awards
2Wins
3Noms
◆ Won1981
Actress in a Supporting Role
Mary Steenburgen
◆ Won1981
Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen)
Bo Goldman
Nom1981
Actor in a Supporting Role
Jason Robards
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Synopsis
The story of hard-luck Melvin Dummar, who claimed to have received a will naming him an heir to the fortune of Howard Hughes. Inspired by real events.
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Details
Genres
ComedyDrama
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Awards & Recognition
Awards Dominance
3
Wins
7
Nominations
2 Oscar · 1 Golden Globe
Won
- Actress in a Supporting Role · Mary Steenburgen
- Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture · Mary Steenburgen
- Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) · Bo Goldman
Full award breakdown
1981
Golden Globes
1Wins
4Noms
◆ Won1981
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Mary Steenburgen
Nom1981
Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Melvin and Howard
Nom1981
Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy
Paul Le Mat
Nom1981
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Jason Robards Jr.
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Cast
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