Turn off subtitles in Peacock's playback settings

To remove subtitles while watching on Peacock, open the show or movie you're playing and look for the CC icon in the bottom right corner of the video player. The icon looks like a small box with "CC" inside it. Click or tap it once to turn subtitles off. If subtitles are currently on, the CC icon will be highlighted or colored; clicking it will dim the icon and remove the text from your screen.

The CC button is the fastest way to toggle subtitles on and off at any point during playback. You don't need to pause the video or restart it—the change takes effect when ready. If you're watching on a phone or tablet, the player controls may disappear after a few seconds of inactivity, so tap the screen once to bring them back if you can't see the CC button.

Key Takeaways

  • The CC icon in the bottom right of the video player turns subtitles on and off with a single click or tap.
  • Subtitles can be toggled at any time during playback without pausing or restarting the video.
  • On mobile devices, tap the screen to reveal player controls if they have disappeared.
  • Your subtitle preference does not automatically carry over to the next episode or show—you will need to turn them off again if you want them off for your next video.
  • Some content on Peacock may not have subtitle options available, in which case the CC button will be grayed out or absent.

Where the CC button appears on different devices

On a web browser, the CC icon sits in the bottom right corner of the video player, next to the volume control and the fullscreen button. Hover your mouse over the player to make the controls visible if they are hidden. The icon remains in the same position whether you are watching on a desktop computer or a laptop.

On Peacock's mobile app for iPhone or Android, the CC button is also in the bottom right corner, but the controls fade after a few seconds of no activity. Tap anywhere on the video to bring the controls back. On a smart TV or streaming device like Roku or Apple TV, use your remote to navigate to the CC button in the same bottom right location. The button may be labeled "CC" or "Subtitles" depending on your device.

What happens if the CC button is grayed out or missing

If the CC icon appears dimmed or disabled, it means that particular show or movie does not have subtitle tracks available. This is uncommon on Peacock's main content library, but some older titles or exclusive content may lack subtitle options. In this case, you cannot turn on or off subtitles because none exist for that video.

If subtitles are already off and you want to turn them on later, click the CC button again to enable them. If the button is completely missing from the player, refresh the page or close and reopen the app, as this sometimes fixes display glitches with the player controls.

Subtitles reset for each new video

Peacock does not save your subtitle preference across different shows and movies. If you turn off subtitles for one episode, the next episode you watch will have subtitles on by default (if they are available). You will need to click the CC button again to turn them off. This applies whether you are watching consecutive episodes of the same series or switching to a different show entirely.

If you watch Peacock regularly without subtitles, you may find it faster to straightforward turn them off at the start of each viewing session rather than expecting the setting to stick. Some streaming services do remember your choice, but Peacock currently resets the subtitle setting for each new video.

Adjusting subtitle appearance if you keep them on

If you decide to use subtitles but want to change how they look, Peacock offers limited customization. On web browsers, right-click the video player and look for a "Settings" or "Subtitle Settings" option, though not all browsers or devices support this feature. On mobile apps and smart TVs, your options for changing subtitle size, color, or font are typically controlled by your device's accessibility settings rather than by Peacock itself.

To adjust subtitles on most devices, go to your phone or TV's settings menu and look for "Accessibility" or "Display & Sound." From there, you can often change caption size and background color. These changes will explore to subtitles across all apps on that device, not just Peacock. If you only want to remove subtitles entirely rather than customize them, the CC button in the player remains the simplest option.

Troubleshooting if subtitles won't turn off

If you click the CC button but subtitles remain on the screen, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. Sometimes the player does not register the click the first time, especially on slower internet connections. Wait a moment and click the CC button again to confirm it has been toggled off.

If subtitles still appear after refreshing, check whether your device's accessibility settings have subtitles enabled at the system level. On some phones and TVs, device-wide caption settings override the app's player controls. Turning off captions in your device's accessibility menu should resolve this. If the problem persists, try logging out of Peacock and logging back in, or uninstalling and reinstalling the app on mobile devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I turn off subtitles for all shows at once instead of each video?

No, Peacock does not have a global subtitle setting that applies to your entire account. You must turn off subtitles individually for each show or movie using the CC button in the player. The setting does not carry over to your next video.

Why do subtitles turn back on when I start a new episode?

Peacock resets the subtitle setting for each new video you play. This is how the app is designed—it does not remember your subtitle preference between videos. You will need to click the CC button to turn them off for each episode or movie.

Do subtitles work the same way on all devices?

The CC button location and function are the same across web browsers, mobile apps, and smart TVs, but the appearance of the player controls may differ. On mobile and TV, controls fade after a few seconds, so you may need to tap or press a button to bring them back. The CC toggle itself works identically on all platforms.

What if I want subtitles in a different language?

Click the CC button to open subtitle options, and you should see a list of available languages if the content supports them. Select your preferred language from the menu. Not all shows and movies have multiple subtitle languages available.

Will turning off subtitles affect the video quality or streaming speed?

No, subtitles are a separate text layer and do not impact video quality or how fast the stream loads. Turning them off or on makes no difference to your streaming performance.