To turn off subtitles on Paramount Plus, start playing any movie or show and look for the speech bubble or "CC" icon in the video player. Click or tap that icon, then select "Off" from the menu to disable subtitles immediately. If you ever need to re-enable them later, you can turn subtitles on Paramount plus using the same menu. Note that on Smart TVs, you may also need to adjust your TV's system settings, as the app's subtitle control sometimes does not override the TV's own closed captioning.
Turn off subtitles using the video player (web, mobile, and TV apps)
While a show or movie is streaming, locate the speech bubble icon, also labeled as the "Subtitles and Captions" icon or "CC" button, in the video player controls. This icon is usually found in the lower-right corner on web and TV apps, or in the upper-right corner on mobile apps after tapping the screen to show playback controls.
- Click or tap the speech bubble icon to open the subtitle menu.
- In the list of available subtitle languages and options, select "Off" or "None."
- The subtitles will disappear immediately. You can repeat these steps anytime to turn them back on.
Customization options for subtitles, such as font style, text size, and color, can often be found under "Subtitle Settings" within the same speech bubble menu or in your device's accessibility settings.
Turn off subtitles on a Smart TV (Samsung, LG, and others)
On Smart TVs such as Samsung, LG, Hisense, and Philips, the Paramount Plus app's subtitle setting may not always override the TV's built-in closed captioning. If subtitles remain after using the video player icon, you must disable them through your TV's system settings instead.
- Press the home button on your remote to go to your TV's home screen.
- Open "Settings" from the home screen menu.
- Navigate to "Accessibility" (on Samsung TVs, you may need to go to "General" first, then "Accessibility").
- Select "Caption Settings" or "Closed Captions."
- Toggle the setting to "Off" or disable it completely.
Once you turn off closed captions at the TV system level, subtitles should no longer appear in Paramount Plus or any other app on that TV.
How to customize or turn off audio descriptions
Paramount Plus includes a separate "audio description" feature that narrates on-screen actions for visually impaired users. This is not the same as subtitles, but some viewers mistake it for a subtitle issue because the narration can be distracting. To manage audio descriptions, access the "Subtitles + Audio" settings menu during playback.
- While streaming, click or tap the speech bubble icon to open the subtitle menu.
- Select "Off" for audio description if it is enabled. You can also choose a different audio track without narration.
Audio description settings are separate from subtitle settings, so turning off subtitles will not automatically disable audio descriptions, and vice versa.
Frequently asked questions about Paramount Plus subtitles
Why are subtitles still appearing after I turn them off?
Some movies and shows have "forced subtitles" that cannot be turned off. These are an integral part of the content, such as when characters speak in a foreign language or during important plot points where text is part of the scene. Forced subtitles will appear regardless of your subtitle settings.
How do I turn on subtitles again if I change my mind?
To turn on subtitles, simply follow the same steps used to disable them. While streaming, click or tap the speech bubble icon, then select your preferred subtitle language from the list.
Do subtitle settings sync across devices?
No, subtitle settings are tied to each individual device or platform. Turning off subtitles on your phone will not affect the setting on your Smart TV or web browser. You must adjust subtitles separately on each device where you watch Paramount Plus.
