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.
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.
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.
This film documents the inhumane conditions faced by individuals with disabilities in grossly neglectful psychiatric facilities.
An intimate portrait of a family in Iowa whose lives begin to change when their first son is diagnosed with a rare behavioral disorder.
Since childhood Ryan, an artist on the spectrum, has been perfecting the expression of his singular subject: TRAINS.
A child who was never expected to walk or speak overcomes incredible odds to become an accomplished visual artist.
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.
Coal miner Carl Short lives with his 40-year old son Sammy, who has Down syndrome. Who will take care of Sammy?
Thomas gets more than he bargained for in his interview at a law firm; a chance to change the lives of a father and son.
Benjamin was 7 years old when he moved to Toronto. His neighbor Ramzi was 18 months old at the time. Within a year the boys had become best friends.
A theatre group prepares for a large-scale spectacle, to be staged in a stadium for an audience of 5,000 people.
A realistic and loving portrait of Marni and Kris, who were married in 1993 and live in NYC.
Three couples travel towards a destination, by foot, by road and by motorbike across a beautiful landscape.
Junior felt safe and protected with the girl of his dreams, Cat, a superhero from the planet Caton who he created.
Social butterfly, fun-loving, theatrical Celeste enjoys watching back episodes of her favorite soap operas.
Zach is simply asking the world to listen and to see his little brother, Cam, for ‘who he is’ and not just by ‘how he is’.
Wojtek is a Star Wars fan with dreams of becoming a pilot. Together with his dad they achieve what only a few accomplish.
When a Minneapolis theater company put on a show titled “Rise of the Celebretards,” people with disabilities took action.
The music video of the title track from hip hop artist Cam Lasley’s 2012 album, ‘Against These Walls’.
Clark is working on a newspaper article when he gets a call from his aunt about strange happenings at The Lake of the Woods.
Libby provides some insight about the joys of living with her best friend, and big brother, Max, who has Down syndrome.
Hip-hop artist Cam Lasley – “Every night I go to sleep – I see visions in my dream – It could be reality – If I would just go for it.”
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