The show originally aired in the United States on HBO between August 15, 1992, and May 31, 1998, with 89 episodes split over six seasons.
The British Comedy Award is an annual accolade that recognizes the best comedic performances in film, radio, stage, and television.
The GLAAD Media Award is an annual accolade bestowed by the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) that recognizes outstanding representations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community in media.
The Larry Sanders Show received a nomination for Outstanding TV Comedy Series.
The Golden Globe Award is an annual accolade presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) which honors the best performances in television and film.
Penny Johnson Jerald received a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
[85] The Larry Sanders Show won the award for the year of 1993 for its "dead-on depiction from the lines of the late-night wars."
The Larry Sanders Show received five nominations, winning the award for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy.