As of 2014, has appeared in eight films that were nominated for the Best Picture Oscar: Wer die Nachtigall stört (1962), M.A.S.H. (1970), Der Pate (1972), Der Pate 2 (1974), Der Dialog (1974), Network (1976), Apocalypse Now (1979) and Comeback der Liebe (1983). Of those, Der Pate (1972) and Der Pate 2 (1974) are winners in the category. He was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, and won Best Actor for Tender Mercies.
