Midnite Spares (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5.2

Released in 1983, Midnite Spares is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Quentin Masters, running about 85 minutes. “While the baddies are out there strippin' autos... the goodies are out there raisin' hell.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After discovering that a group of car thieves may have something to do with his father's untimely death, Steve pursues the criminals and attempts to capture them as well as prove his prowess as a racecar driver.
Who’s in it. Midnite Spares stars James Laurie as Steve, Gia Carides as Ruth, Max Cullen as Tomas and Bruce Spence as Wimpy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Midnite Spares has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midnite Spares page.
If you liked it. Fans of Midnite Spares tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Midnite Spares (1983)?
- In GB, Midnite Spares is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Midnite Spares worth watching?
- Midnite Spares holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Midnite Spares?
- Midnite Spares stars James Laurie, Gia Carides, Max Cullen, Bruce Spence and David Argue.
- When was Midnite Spares released?
- Midnite Spares was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.