Sidney Lumet
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Sidney Lumet's career is defined by a remarkable consistency in quality and depth. He directed 43 feature films, a testament to his enduring productivity and artistic vision. His work has been recognized with an Academy Honorary Award, a Golden Globe, and a DGA Award, along with five Oscar nominations for directing. His films 12 Angry Men, Dog Day Afternoon, and Network are frequently cited among the greatest films ever made. He was a recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award and the Kennedy Center Honors, solidifying his place as a giant of American cinema.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
AFI Life Achievement Award
Recognized for his enduring contribution to American cinema.
Kennedy Center Honors
Celebrated for his lifetime of artistic achievement.
Academy Honorary Award
A special Oscar for his body of work.
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
National Medal of Arts
Awarded for his significant contributions to the arts.
Rankings & Lists
100 Greatest Films of All Time
100 Years...100 Thrills
100 Years...100 Movies
All-TIME 100 Movies
Magazine Covers
TIME Magazine
1976
Cover featuring Sidney Lumet after the success of Network
Records & Feats
Most Oscar Nominations for Directing Without a Win
Held the record for most Best Director nominations without a competitive win for several decades.
Longest Career Span
Directed feature films over a span of 50 years, from 1957 to 2007.