How to Change the Language on Disney Plus Using a Roku Device

Change Your Disney Plus Language Through Roku Account Settings

To change the language on Disney Plus through your Roku device, you need to adjust the language setting within the Disney Plus app itself, not in your Roku system settings. Open Disney Plus on your Roku, go to your account menu, find the language or preferences option, and select your preferred language from the list. The change takes effect when ready, and Disney Plus will display menus, subtitles, and available audio tracks in your chosen language the next time you navigate the app.

The exact path depends on which Roku model you own and which version of the Disney Plus app is installed, but the general process is the same across all Roku devices. You will need your Roku remote and a few minutes to complete the change. If you have multiple profiles on your Disney Plus account, each profile can have its own language setting, so family members can watch in different languages without affecting each other's experience.

Key Takeaways

Language settings in Disney Plus are controlled through the app's account menu, not through your Roku's system settings.
Each Disney Plus profile can have a different language, so you can set one language for yourself and another for a family member.
After you change the language, Disney Plus will show menus and available audio tracks in that language, though not all titles have audio in every language.
If the language option does not appear in your account menu, restart the Disney Plus app or update it through the Roku Channel Store.

Step-by-Step: Finding the Language Setting in Disney Plus

Start by opening the Disney Plus app on your Roku. Once the app is loaded and you are on the home screen, look for your profile icon or account menu—this is usually located in the top right or top left corner of the screen, depending on your Roku model and app version. Press the right arrow or select button on your remote to highlight it, then press OK or Enter.

In the menu that appears, scroll down to find an option labeled "Settings," "Preferences," "Account," or "Language." The exact wording varies, but it will be near the bottom of the menu. Highlight it and press OK. Once you are in the settings or account area, look for "Language," "Display Language," or "Preferred Language." Select this option and a list of available languages will appear. Use your remote's up and down arrows to scroll through the list, highlight your preferred language, and press OK to confirm.

Disney Plus will save your choice and return you to the previous menu. Close the settings menu by pressing the back button on your remote or selecting an exit option. The language change is now active. If you do not see a language option in your account menu, the app may need to be updated—go to the Roku home screen, select "Search," type "Disney Plus," and check the Channel Store for available updates.

What Happens After You Change the Language

Once you change the language, the Disney Plus interface—menus, buttons, search results, and descriptions—will display in your chosen language. However, the language of the actual show or movie audio and subtitles depends on what the title offers. Not every show or movie has audio tracks in every language, and not every title has subtitles in every language either.

When you start playing a title, Disney Plus will show you which audio languages and subtitle languages are available for that specific show or movie. You can change the audio and subtitle language for individual titles without changing your overall account language setting. This means you might watch one show in English audio with Spanish subtitles, then watch another show in Spanish audio with English subtitles—all while your account language setting remains the same.

Changing Language for Individual Profiles

If your Disney Plus account has multiple profiles—for example, one for you and one for a family member—each profile can have its own language setting. This is useful if one person in your household prefers to watch in English and another prefers Spanish or another language.

To set a different language for another profile, sign out of your current profile by going to the account menu and selecting "Sign Out" or "Switch Profile." Select the other profile from the list. Once you are logged into that profile, follow the same steps described above to access the language settings. Change the language to what that profile user prefers, and it will be saved only for that profile. When you switch back to your own profile, your original language choice will still be there.

Troubleshooting: Language Setting Does Not Appear

If you cannot find a language option in your Disney Plus account menu, the most common cause is an outdated version of the app. Roku automatically updates apps in the background, but sometimes the update has not yet reached your device. To force an update, go to the Roku home screen, select "Search," type "Disney Plus," and look for the Disney Plus channel in the results. If an update is available, you will see an "Update" button instead of an "Open" button. Select "Update" and wait for the process to finish.

Another reason the language option might not appear is if you are using a very old Roku model that is no longer supported by the current version of Disney Plus. In this case, you may not be able to change the language through the app. As a workaround, you can change the language through your Disney Plus account on a web browser or mobile device, and that setting will carry over to your Roku the next time you open the app.

If you have updated the app and the language option still does not appear, try restarting the Disney Plus app. Press the home button on your remote to go back to the Roku home screen, then reopen Disney Plus. This clears any temporary glitches that might be hiding the menu option.

Changing Language Through the Disney Plus Website Instead

If you are having trouble finding the language setting on your Roku, you can change it through the Disney Plus website on a computer or phone, and the change will sync to your Roku the next time you open the app. Go to the Disney Plus website, sign in to your account, click on your profile icon in the top right corner, and select "Account." Look for "Language" or "Preferred Language" in the account settings, select your preferred language, and save the change.

This method is often faster if you are already at a computer or phone, and it guarantees that the setting will be applied to your account across all devices, including your Roku. The next time you open Disney Plus on your Roku, it will use the language you set on the website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing the language on Disney Plus affect other apps on my Roku?

No. The language setting in Disney Plus only affects the Disney Plus app. Your Roku system language and other apps remain unchanged. If you want to change the language for your entire Roku device, you can do that separately in the Roku system settings, but it is not necessary to change the Disney Plus language.

Can I watch a show in one language and have subtitles in another?

Yes. When you start playing a title, Disney Plus will let you choose the audio language and subtitle language separately. You can select English audio with Spanish subtitles, for example, or any other combination that the title offers. This choice is made per title and does not change your overall account language setting.

What if a show does not have audio in my preferred language?

If a title does not have an audio track in your preferred language, Disney Plus will play it in the default language for that title, usually English. You can still turn on subtitles in your preferred language if they are available. Not all titles have subtitles in all languages either, so you may need to choose a different language or watch with the available subtitles.

Do I need to change the language on my Roku remote or Roku system to change Disney Plus language?

No. The Disney Plus language setting is separate from your Roku system language. You only need to change the language within the Disney Plus app itself. Your Roku remote and system can stay in whatever language you prefer.

If I change the language, will it affect my watch history or saved titles?

No. Changing the language does not affect your watch history, saved titles, or any other account data. It only changes the language in which the menus and descriptions are displayed and which audio and subtitle languages are offered by default.

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