Spare Parts (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1979, Spare Parts is a thriller and tv movie film directed by Rainer Erler, running about 114 minutes. “The cutting edge in medical terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Honeymooning couple Monica and Mike check into a motel in New Mexico. All seems normal until an ambulance pulls up and abducts Mike. Monica narrowly escapes and, with the help of truck driver Bill, discovers the awful secret of the motel and the ambulance service.
Who’s in it. Spare Parts stars Jutta Speidel as Monica, Wolf Roth as Bill, Herbert Herrmann as Mike and Charlotte Kerr as Dr. Jackson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Spare Parts has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Spare Parts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Spare Parts tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Spare Parts (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Spare Parts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Spare Parts worth watching?
- Spare Parts holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Spare Parts?
- Spare Parts stars Jutta Speidel, Wolf Roth, Herbert Herrmann, Charlotte Kerr and Christoph Lindert.
- When was Spare Parts released?
- Spare Parts was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.