The 40th Film Independent Spirit Awards, honoring the best independent films and television series of 2024, were presented by Film Independent on February 22, 2025. The ceremony was held at the Santa
Sean Baker, Best Feature co-winner and Best Director winner
Samantha Quan (left) and Alex Coco (right), Best Feature co-winners
Mikey Madison, Best Lead Performance winner
Kieran Culkin, Best Supporting Performance winner
The Independent Spirit Award for Best Breakthrough Performance is an award presented annually at the Independent Spirit Awards to honor outstanding performances given by a new talent in an independent
Aaron Eckhart won for In the Company of Men.
Michelle Rodriguez won for Girlfight.
Paul Dano won for L.I.E..
Nia Vardalos won for My Big Fat Greek Wedding.