Film Independent announced that the 2026 Spirit Awards will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the Hollywood Palladium. Celebrating 41 years of excellence in creative independence, these awards serve as the cornerstone fundraiser for Film Independent’s year-round initiatives, dedicated to supporting a global community of artists and audiences who embody diversity, innovation, curiosity … Read more
Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization dedicated to fostering independence and inclusivity in visual storytelling, announced this morning that Molly Shannon will serve as honorary chair at the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards, as well as join a star-studded lineup of award presenters. The honorary chair position is given each year to an individual who … Read more
Film Independent, the nonprofit organisation dedicated to fostering independence and inclusivity in visual storytelling, announced this morning the award nominations for the 40th annual edition of the Film Independent Spirit Awards. The historic anniversary milestone will celebrate this year’s nominees as well as the storied artists who have been honored across the Spirit Awards’ long … Read more
Film Independent announced that it is accepting film and television submissions for the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards, taking place Saturday, February 22. The organization is excited to celebrate 40 Years of Spirit Awards—the primary fundraiser for Film Independent’s year-round programs that cultivate the careers of emerging filmmakers and promote inclusion in the industry. “We … Read more
Film Independent, the nonprofit organisation dedicated to fostering independence and inclusivity in visual storytelling, handed out top honours at the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards. Hosted by acclaimed comedian Hasan Minhaj, the awards ceremony was broadcast live on IMDb’s YouTube channel, as well as Film Independent’s YouTube and Twitter accounts. The Spirit Awards are Film … Read more
Film Independent, the nonprofit organisation dedicated to fostering independence and inclusivity in visual storytelling, announced this morning the presenters at the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards. Joining host Hasan Minhaj, these presenters will reveal the award recipients at the Santa Monica beach on Saturday, March 4 at 2pm PST, streamed live on IMDb’s YouTube channel, … Read more
Film Independent, the nonprofit organisation dedicated to fostering independence and inclusivity in visual storytelling, announced this morning that acclaimed comedian Hasan Minhaj will bring his incisive and nuanced humour to the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards as the show’s host. Winners will be revealed in-person on March 4th in Santa Monica and will be streamed … Read more
Film Independent handed out top honours at the 37th Film Independent Spirit Awards ceremony on the beach in Santa Monica. Hosted by comedy power couple Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, the ceremony was broadcast live on IFC and AMC+. In addition to being the celebration that honours artist-driven films and shows that embody diversity, innovation … Read more
Film Independent has named Academy Award nominee Kristen Stewart as the honorary chair of the 2022 Spirit Awards. One of the most accomplished, talented and in-demand young actresses of her generation, Stewart has garnered over 22 critic awards for her portrayal of Princess Diana in Pablo Larrain’s Spencer. “Independent film has been a formative and vital … Read more