David Lean won the Academy Awards (Oscars) for Best Director twice (1958, 1963).
| Year | Contest | Category | For | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Academy Awards (Oscars) | Best Director | Lawrence of Arabia | 1 · 2 |
| 1958 | Academy Awards (Oscars) | Best Director | The Bridge on the River Kwai | 1 · 2 |