Turn off subtitles in three steps on any device

To remove subtitles on Disney Plus, open the video you are watching, select the speech bubble icon during playback, and choose Off from the menu. The icon appears in the bottom right corner on most devices. On some phones and tablets, you may need to tap the screen first to reveal the playback controls, then look for the closed-caption symbol.

The process is the same whether you are watching on a TV, computer, web browser, or mobile device. Disney Plus remembers your subtitle choice for future videos, so you will not have to turn them off every time unless you change the setting again.

If you cannot find the subtitle button, check that your device's Disney Plus app is up to date. Older versions sometimes hide the caption controls in different places or do not display them at all.

Key Takeaways

  • The subtitle toggle is a speech bubble icon in the bottom right corner of the video player during playback.
  • Selecting Off from the subtitle menu removes captions when ready and applies to future videos you watch.
  • On mobile devices, tap the screen to make the playback controls appear if they are hidden.
  • If the subtitle button does not show up, update your Disney Plus app to the latest version.

Where to find the subtitle button on different devices

On a TV connected to Disney Plus through a streaming device like Roku, Apple TV, or Fire Stick, the subtitle icon sits in the bottom right of the player. Pause the video or let the controls appear automatically when you move the remote, then look for the speech bubble. Tap or click it to open the subtitle menu.

On a computer or laptop using a web browser, the controls appear at the bottom of the video window. The speech bubble icon is on the right side, next to the volume and fullscreen buttons. Hover your mouse over the video if the controls disappear.

On a phone or tablet, tap anywhere on the video to reveal the controls. They appear along the bottom of the screen. The subtitle button is usually the second or third icon from the right. If you do not see it, swipe up from the bottom of the screen or look for a three-dot menu icon that may contain additional options.

What happens when you turn subtitles off

Once you select Off, the captions disappear from your current video and all future videos you watch on that device. Disney Plus does not show subtitles by default, so turning them off straightforward returns the player to its standard state.

If you later decide you want subtitles back, you can turn them on again using the same speech bubble icon. You can also choose a specific language for subtitles if your video offers multiple options — just select the language name instead of Off.

Subtitle settings that stay with your account

Disney Plus stores your subtitle preference separately for each device you use. If you turn off subtitles on your TV, they may still appear on your phone unless you turn them off there too. Each device remembers its own choice.

If you share your Disney Plus account with other household members, each person can set their own subtitle preference. The app recognizes different profiles, so one person's subtitle choice does not affect another's.

Why subtitles might not turn off

If the subtitle button does not respond when you click it, the video itself may not support subtitle controls. Some Disney Plus content, particularly live events or certain licensed shows, may have burned-in captions that cannot be removed through the player settings.

Restart the Disney Plus app or refresh your browser if the subtitle menu does not appear. Clear your browser cache if you are using a web browser, then log back in. If the problem continues, uninstall and reinstall the Disney Plus app on your device.

Check your internet connection as well — a slow or unstable connection sometimes causes the player controls to load incorrectly or not display the full menu of options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I turn off subtitles for all videos at once instead of each time?

Disney Plus does not have a global setting to turn off subtitles across your entire account. You set the preference per device, and the app remembers it for that device going forward. Once you turn subtitles off on your TV, for example, they stay off for all videos you watch on that TV unless you turn them back on.

What if I only want to turn off subtitles for one video?

When you turn off subtitles using the speech bubble icon, the setting applies to all future videos on that device. There is no way to turn them off for just one video and have them reappear for the next one. You would need to turn them back on manually for the next video.

Do subtitles turn off automatically if I switch devices?

No. Your subtitle setting is tied to each individual device. If you watch on your TV with subtitles off, then switch to your phone, subtitles may be on or off depending on what you set for that phone previously. You control each device separately.

Why are there subtitles in a language I do not speak?

Disney Plus may default to a language based on your account settings or device language. Open the subtitle menu and select Off, or choose a different language from the list. Your choice will be remembered for that device.