While on a trip back home in Mississippi, detective Virgil Tibbs is arrested for the murder of a prominent industrialist. His only crimes: being out late at night and being black. After some prodding by his boss, Tibbs joins forces with the bigoted town sheriff to catch the real killer.
1968 | 5 wins including: Best Picture
1968 | 2 nominations including: Best Director
1968 | 2 wins including: Best Foreign Actor
1968 | 2 nominations including: Best Film from any Source
1968 | Nominee: Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Motion Pictures
1968 | Nominee: Best Written American Drama (Screen)