The Help, directed by Tate Tylor, is nominated for best actress (Viola Davis), best supporting actress (Jessica Chastain and Octavia Spencer), apart from best picture trophies.
Hugh Jackman-starrer sci-fi thriller Real Steel has one nomination for best achievement in visual effects.
This year's Oscar nomination pack is lead by Hugo, which has 11 nominations alone. It is followed by The Artist with 10 nominations, while India's only hope at the Oscars Sohan Roy's DAM 999 failed to make it to make it to any category.