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
RENTAL & 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.
CUSTOM DESIGNED 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.
SUBSCRIPTION PLANS
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
Laura, Tim W and Tim S were born with developmental disabilities and are now living outside an institution for the first time.
A personal mini-documentary on the thoughts of the filmmaker’s brother Wataru Kubo, who has autism.
As a 12-year-old grapples with identity, his family faces the emotional realities of his autism diagnosis.
A music video for the band, Delay Treesby, starring and featuring the artwork of director Teemu Erämaa’s brother, Tomi.
If you are on the autism spectrum, have a service dog, or both you can probably relate to a lot of these.
A young man’s charm and charisma challenges the prejudices of a stranger at a bus stop.
35 people answer the same one question: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would you change?
Can individuals with developmental disabilities be good parents? A profile of Clement & Karen and their two children.
Lovely, simple, and compelling, this film highlights the work of a dance company consisting of people with intellectual disabilities.
An inspirational short documentary about a boy with Down syndrome and his love of baseball.
A mother’s mental strength is tested when she enrolls her son with autism in an ice skating program.
Jack Blond is a regular guy with Down syndrome who idolizes James Bond.
“Floating Boy” is the story of a young man who wants to fly. His father, wanting the best for his boy, wants him to stay grounded.
The story of 32 people who were employed by Texas-based Henry’s Turkey Service without proper compensation.
Two kids on a merry-go-round, one is “normal”, the other has Down syndrome.
Jason is on the autism spectrum, but this doesn’t stop him from enjoying a busy and active life in his home state of Iowa.
A poem written by Emily Meek in which she states a variety of her wishes. A Sproutflix Production.
A journey mapping life’s up and downs along the length of a tree branch, finding moments of serendipity, anger and letting go.
After a teenage house party goes too far, a bullied boy is forced to take the reins and look after the bully: his brother.
Funny and heart-wrenching – peoples’ candid and articulate self-awareness quickly shatter preconceptions of the disabled.