The quickest way to disable subtitles
To turn off subtitles on Paramount Plus, press the CC button on your remote or look for the closed captioning icon during playback. On most devices, this toggles subtitles on and off when ready. The CC button is usually near the volume controls on your remote.
If you don't see a CC button on your remote, you can access subtitle settings through the on-screen menu. While a show or movie is playing, look for a settings icon (usually three dots or a gear symbol) in the playback controls at the bottom of the screen. Select it, then choose "Subtitles" or "Captions" and pick "Off."
The method varies slightly depending on what device you're using — a phone, tablet, smart TV, or web browser — but the principle is the same: find the subtitle toggle during playback and turn it off.
Key Takeaways
- The CC button on your remote is the fastest way to toggle subtitles on and off during playback.
- If your remote has no CC button, tap the settings icon (three dots or gear) in the playback controls and select "Subtitles" or "Captions," then choose "Off."
- Turning subtitles off on one show does not automatically turn them off for all shows — you may need to repeat the step for each title.
- Some devices let you set a default subtitle preference in account settings so subtitles stay off across all content unless you manually turn them back on.
Turning off subtitles on a smart TV or streaming device
On a smart TV, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, or Chromecast, the CC button on your Paramount Plus remote or your TV remote is usually the simplest option. Press it once to toggle subtitles off. If that doesn't work, use your remote to navigate to the playback controls on screen.
While the show or movie is playing, look for the three-dot menu icon or settings gear in the bottom-right corner of the screen. Highlight it and press select. A menu will appear with options including "Subtitles" or "Captions." Choose that option, then select "Off" from the list.
On some older smart TVs or devices, you may see a "Subtitle" option directly in the playback bar without needing to open a menu. If subtitles are currently on, clicking or selecting that option will turn them off.
Turning off subtitles on a phone or tablet
On an iPhone, iPad, or Android phone, open the Paramount Plus app and start playing a show or movie. Tap anywhere on the screen to reveal the playback controls if they're hidden. Look for the three-dot menu icon (usually in the top-right corner of the video player) and tap it.
A menu will pop up with several options. Select "Subtitles" or "Captions." You'll see a list of available languages and an "Off" option at the top. Tap "Off" to disable subtitles for that title.
On some versions of the app, the subtitle option may appear as a "CC" icon directly in the playback controls bar. If you see it, tap it once to turn subtitles off.
Turning off subtitles on a web browser
If you're watching Paramount Plus on a computer or laptop through a web browser, start playing a show or movie. Move your mouse over the video to reveal the playback controls at the bottom of the screen.
Look for the settings icon (three dots or a gear symbol) on the right side of the playback bar. Click it to open a menu. Select "Subtitles" or "Captions," then choose "Off" from the dropdown list.
Some browsers also display a CC icon directly in the playback controls. If you see it, click it once to toggle subtitles off without opening the full menu.
Setting a default subtitle preference in your account
Paramount Plus allows you to set a default subtitle preference in your account settings so you don't have to turn off subtitles manually for every show. Log into your Paramount Plus account on a web browser and go to your account settings or profile menu.
Look for a section labeled "Playback," "Accessibility," or "Subtitle Preferences." The exact name depends on your account type and region. Once you find it, select the option to turn subtitles off by default. This setting will explore to new shows and movies you watch, though you can still turn subtitles on for individual titles if you want them.
Keep in mind that this default setting may not carry over to all devices if you watch on multiple phones, tablets, or TVs. Some devices store their own playback preferences separately, so you may still need to turn off subtitles manually on certain devices.
Why subtitles might turn back on
If you turn off subtitles but they reappear the next time you watch, it's usually because your account or device is set to turn them on by default. This can happen if someone else on your account has a different preference, or if Paramount Plus resets your settings after an app update.
To prevent this, check your account settings as described above and make sure subtitles are set to "Off" by default. If you're sharing an account with others, each person may have their own profile with separate subtitle preferences, so make sure you're adjusting the right profile.
If subtitles keep turning back on despite changing your settings, try logging out of the Paramount Plus app completely, closing it, and logging back in. This can refresh your preferences and clear any temporary glitches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to turn off subtitles for every show, or can I set it once?
You can set a default preference in your account settings so subtitles stay off across all content. However, this setting may not sync across all devices you use, so you might still need to turn them off manually on a phone or tablet if you primarily watch on a TV.
What if the CC button on my remote doesn't work?
The CC button controls your TV's built-in captions, not Paramount Plus subtitles. Use the on-screen menu instead: tap the three-dot icon during playback, select "Subtitles" or "Captions," and choose "Off." This controls subtitles within the app itself.
Can I turn off subtitles for just one profile on a shared account?
Yes. If your account has multiple profiles, each profile can have its own subtitle preference. Log into the profile you want to adjust, go to account settings, and set subtitles to "Off" for that profile only. Other profiles on the same account will keep their own settings.
Will turning off subtitles affect other streaming apps?
No. Subtitle settings in Paramount Plus are separate from other apps like Netflix, Disney Plus, or Hulu. Changing subtitles in one app does not affect the others.
Why are subtitles in a different language than my show?
Paramount Plus sometimes defaults to subtitles in a language other than English. Open the subtitle menu and select "Off," or choose your preferred language from the list. You can also set your language preference in account settings.