Established in 2009, Sproutflix curates the world’s most comprehensive selection of films celebrating the lives and stories of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our collection, which includes over 290 titles, is a testament to the depth and diversity of these individuals’ experiences.
We are dedicated to fostering authentic representation, dismantling misconceptions, and championing the beauty of diversity through cinema. At Sproutflix, we are united by the belief that film is a powerful catalyst for inspiration, education, and transformation.
PURCHASE OPTIONS AVAILABLE
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DOWNLOADS
All the films in the Sproutflix catalogue are available for rental and download. The costs are noted on the film’s details page. For rentals the video file will remain on the platform. For download purchases the actual video file will be sent to you.
DVDs can be purchased for select films.
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PLAYLISTS
Ignite conversations and engage your audience with custom-designed Sproutflix playlists. Simply select your desired films and the duration of access to calculate the cost. We’ll craft a personalized, shareable playlist that delivers a seamless viewing experience, perfect for sparking meaningful discussions in any setting.
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Every film in our selection shines with artistic excellence, quality storytelling, and a commitment to truthful portrayal. These films are not just entertainment—they are a valuable resource for educational curriculums, professional training, community engagement, and beyond. They resonate with audiences, spark dialogue, and open hearts at schools, conferences, and special events around the globe.
Join us at Sproutflix, where every film is an invitation to see the world through a wider lens.
LATEST ADDITIONS TO SPROUTFLIX
After the death of a close friend, a woman with Down syndrome goes looking for her brother.
A poem by Mark VanSlyke and recited/performed by Gina Watson two people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
In Cuba, a group of mothers bring their children with Down syndrome to perform with joy and verve in a park for a public audience.
Daniel is different. He’s missing something. He only has 46 chromosomes where 47 should be.
Burt is a man who survived decades of inhuman treatment to become a person who enjoys life to the fullest.
This film gives a view into the lives of children with autism at home and at school, and profiles the efforts of parents and teachers.
Andrew is somewhat verbal and can do most basic self-care tasks. He craves the same independence that his brother and sister enjoy.
A ride through the psychedelic sights and sounds of a theme park as you are slowly worn down by the will of young man with autism.
Two artists with autism embark on a global quest to change attitudes about disability and intelligence.
With a congenital condition which is never named, we see how Carl supports the community and the community supports Carl.
“Spectrum” combines live action and animation to explore the inner sensory experience of autism.
A music video by Station 17- a group of musicians from a Hamburg community of people with developmental disabilities.
The Random 1 team meets Kevin, a shy, young man with an intellectual disability. He has a simple request: help him find his first date.
A touching and personal poem written by Anonymous and recited/performed by Nadirah McFadden.
20 year-old artist Kayah Guenther explores his strength and masculinity through dance.
Meet Eddie. He’s a seventeen-year-old boy with Down’s syndrome. He’s stubborn and charming, funny and sometimes temperamental.
A theatre group prepares for a large-scale spectacle, to be staged in a stadium for an audience of 5,000 people.
A poem, by Jennifer Fan, in which she shares moments of anxiety. The poem is recited and performed by Nadirah McFadden.
An animated documentary that explores the challenges of growing up and living with Asperger’s Syndrome.
An Academy Award nominated documentary on a woman with autism’s inner world, her writing, and the friends she makes.