Kristen Bell and Fred Armisen have been tapped to co-host the 2015 Film Independent Spirit Awards. The Spirit Awards recognize the best in independent films, celebrating low-budget theatrical releases with a bash on the beach in Santa Monica, CA. This year’s Spirit Awards will take place on Saturday, February 21st and will air on IFC at 2pm PT/5pm ET.
Shawn Davis is producing the awards show with Joel Gallen executive producing.
“The only thing better than having a great host for the Spirit Awards is having two great hosts,” said Josh Welsh, Film Independent President. “For our 30th anniversary, we’re so excited to have Fred and Kristen co-hosting the awards and it’s going to be a fantastic show.”
“We’re proud to once again showcase the Film Independent Spirit Awards on IFC and celebrate the 30th anniversary with a live broadcast,” added IFC President Jennifer Caserta. “Fred is obviously right at home on IFC and we are excited to welcome Kristen to the network. Together, they’ll make this show true event television for our viewers.”
