Disable subtitles in three steps on any device
To turn off subtitles on Disney Plus, open the video you're watching, look for the speech bubble or subtitle icon in the player controls at the bottom of the screen, and select "Off" from the menu. The exact location and label of this button varies slightly by device—on phones and tablets it may be smaller, and on smart TVs it might say "CC" instead of a speech bubble—but the function is the same across all platforms.
Subtitles turn off only for that single video. If you watch another title and subtitles are on, you'll need to turn them off again. Disney Plus does not have a global setting to keep subtitles off across all videos you watch, so you'll repeat this step each time you start a new show or movie.
Key Takeaways
- The subtitle toggle button is located in the player controls at the bottom of the screen and usually shows a speech bubble, "CC", or "Subtitles" label.
- Turning subtitles off applies only to the current video—you must repeat the step for each new show or movie you watch.
- On phones and tablets, you may need to tap the screen first to reveal the player controls if they have faded.
- If you cannot find the subtitle button, check that you are using the latest version of the Disney Plus app or browser.
Finding the subtitle button on your TV or computer
On a web browser or smart TV app, start playing any video. Move your mouse (on a computer) or press a button on your remote (on a TV) to make the player controls appear at the bottom of the screen. Look for a button labeled "CC", "Subtitles", or a speech bubble icon. Click or select it to open a menu of subtitle options.
From that menu, choose "Off" or "None" to disable subtitles. The menu may also show language options if subtitles are available in multiple languages—selecting a language turns subtitles on in that language, so make sure you choose "Off" if you want them completely disabled. The controls will fade after a few seconds, and your video will play without subtitles.
Turning off subtitles on phones and tablets
On an iPhone, iPad, or Android phone, open the Disney Plus app and start playing a video. Tap anywhere on the screen to reveal the player controls. Look for a button that shows "CC", a speech bubble, or the word "Subtitles"—it is usually in the bottom right corner of the player, near the full-screen button.
Tap that button to open the subtitle menu. Select "Off" or "None" to disable subtitles for that video. On smaller screens, the button may be straightforward to miss; if you cannot find it, try tapping the screen again to refresh the controls, or swipe up from the bottom of the screen to see additional options.
What to do if you cannot find the subtitle button
If the subtitle button is not visible in your player controls, the most common reason is that you are using an outdated version of the Disney Plus app or browser. On a phone or tablet, open your device's app store, search for Disney Plus, and check whether an update is available. On a computer, close and reopen your browser, or try a different browser altogether.
Another possibility is that the video itself does not have subtitles available in any language. Some older titles or regional content may not include subtitle tracks. If the subtitle button is completely absent from the player controls, the video likely does not support subtitles, and there is nothing to turn off.
Subtitles turn back on when you watch a new video
Disney Plus does not remember your subtitle preference between videos. If you turn subtitles off while watching one show and then start a different show an hour later, subtitles may be on again. This happens because Disney Plus does not store a global "always off" setting across your account.
If you find yourself turning subtitles off repeatedly, the fastest solution is to turn them off as soon as you start each new video, before you settle in to watch. Some users prefer to check their account settings to see whether a default preference exists, though Disney Plus currently does not offer this feature in most regions.
Subtitle settings in your Disney Plus account
Open the Disney Plus app or website and go to your account settings. Look for a section labeled "Playback Settings", "Accessibility", or "Video Preferences"—the exact name varies by device and region. Some versions of Disney Plus show a toggle for subtitle defaults here, though this feature is not available everywhere.
If your region does support a default subtitle setting, you may see options like "On", "Off", or "Auto". Selecting "Off" here will set subtitles to off by default when you start a new video, though you can still turn them on manually for any individual video if you need them. Check back in this menu periodically, as Disney Plus updates these features over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do subtitles turn back on when I start a new show?
Disney Plus does not save your subtitle preference across different videos. Each title starts with its own default setting, which is usually "on" if subtitles are available. You must turn them off manually for each new video you watch.
Can I turn off subtitles for all videos at once?
Disney Plus does not have a global "always off" setting that applies to every video you watch. Some regions may offer a default preference in account settings, but this is not available everywhere. Your best option is to turn subtitles off as soon as you start each new video.
What if the subtitle button is grayed out or not clickable?
A grayed-out subtitle button usually means that video does not have subtitles available in any language. Some titles, especially older films or regional content, may not include subtitle tracks. If the button is missing entirely, the video does not support subtitles.
Do I need to restart the video after turning subtitles off?
No. Subtitles turn off when ready when you select "Off" from the menu. The video continues playing from where it was, and you do not need to pause or restart it.
Will turning off subtitles affect other people watching on my account?
No. Subtitle settings explore only to the device and profile you are currently using. If someone else watches Disney Plus on a different device or profile on your account, their subtitle settings are separate from yours.