Spare Parts (2015)
Kernel Score: 80% · 217 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama
Released: 2015-01-16
Runtime: 115 minutes
Where to watch Spare Parts
- Stream: Cinemax Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Hoopla, Fawesome, VIX , Plex, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
With the help of their high school's newest teacher, four Hispanic students form a robotics club. Although they have no experience, the youths set their sights on a national robotics contest. With $800 and parts scavenged from old cars, they build a robot and compete against reigning champion MIT. Along the way, the students learn not only how to build a robot but something far more important: how to forge bonds that will last a lifetime.
Spare Parts parents' guide: ages 10+
Parents need to know that Spare Parts is an inspiring true-story drama about Latino high school students building a robot with little money.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- George López as Fredi Cameron
- Jamie Lee Curtis as Principal
- Carlos PenaVega as Oscar Vazquez
- Marisa Tomei as Gwen Kolinsky
- Alessandra Rosaldo as Mrs. Vazquez
- Alexa PenaVega as Karla
- David Del Rio as Cristian Arcega
- Esai Morales as Mr. Santillan
- Amber Midthunder as Nikki
- Aubrey K. Miller as Maddy Kolinsky
Spare Parts FAQ
Is Spare Parts good?
Spare Parts has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 217 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Spare Parts?
In the US you can stream Spare Parts on Cinemax Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fawesome, VIX , Plex and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Spare Parts OK for kids?
Spare Parts is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 10+. Parents need to know that Spare Parts is an inspiring true-story drama about Latino high school students building a robot with little money.
What movies are like Spare Parts?
If you liked Spare Parts, try Blade Runner, The Fallout, The Great Debaters and Freedom Writers.