To get subtitles off your TV, start by pressing the CC or SUBTITLE button on your remote, or check the accessibility menu in your TV's settings. If that doesn't work, the subtitles are likely coming from a streaming app or an external device, so you need to turn them off there first.
Why are there subtitles on my TV?
Subtitles appear on your TV for a few common reasons. The most frequent cause is accidental activation, you or someone else may have pressed a button on the remote without realizing it. Another reason is that an external device, like a cable box, Roku, or DVD player, has its own subtitle setting that overrides your TV's setting. Finally, the streaming app you are using, such as Netflix, Prime Video, or YouTube, may have subtitles turned on independently of the TV itself. Understanding this helps you target the right fix quickly.
Check your streaming app or device first
Before you dig into your TV's menu, always check the app or device you are using. Streaming apps and external devices have their own subtitle controls that override your TV's settings. This is the critical first step because it saves time and often solves the problem immediately.
- If you are watching a show on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, or YouTube, pause the video and look for a subtitle or CC icon on the screen. Select it and choose "Off."
- For a Roku device, press the Star (*) button on your remote during playback, then go to Closed Captioning and select Off. You can also press Home, go to Settings > Accessibility > Captions mode, and choose Off for system-wide control.
- On an Amazon Fire TV or Fire Stick, press the Menu button while a video is playing, then select Turn Subtitles Off or choose Subtitles and set it to Off.
- For Android TVs, go to device Settings > Device Preferences > Accessibility > Captions and turn them off.
- If you use a cable box or satellite receiver, check its own settings menu for closed captioning options.
If you need to turn subtitles off prime video, open the video, press the pause button, then select the speech bubble icon and choose Off. Similarly, to turn off subtitles on Disney plus, start playing a show, click the audio and subtitles icon (usually a speech bubble), and set subtitles to Off.
How to get subtitles off my Samsung TV
For Samsung Smart TVs, the path is straightforward. Navigate to Settings (the gear icon) > General > Accessibility > Caption Settings, then select Captions and turn it off. If the Caption option is grayed out, try changing the TV's input source, for example, switch from an HDMI input to a standard source or vice versa, then re-access the caption settings. This often unlocks the option so you can disable it.
How to get subtitles off my LG TV
On LG TVs, press the Settings button on your remote, then go to Accessibility > Closed Captions and select Off. This disables subtitles system-wide. If the option is not immediately visible, look under All Settings or General in the accessibility menu.
How to get subtitles off my Sony TV
Sony TVs offer two methods. First, look for a dedicated CC or SUBTITLE button on your remote, pressing it toggles subtitles on and off. Alternatively, press Home, go to Settings > Channel setup > Captions > Digital CC options, and set CC to Off. This works for both broadcast and streaming content.
How to get subtitles off other popular TV brands
- Panasonic: Press Menu, select Setup, then Closed Captions, and choose Off. If you need to get rid of subtitles on Panasonic TV without remote, use the physical buttons on the TV to navigate to the same menu path.
- TCL: Press Settings on the remote, go to Accessibility, select Subtitles, and toggle it Off.
- Vizio: Press Menu, go to Settings, then Closed Captions, and choose Off.
- Hisense: Press Menu, navigate to Settings, select Sound, then Closed Captions, and turn it Off.
For other brands, the general approach is similar: look for Accessibility, Closed Captions, or Subtitles in the settings menu. If you need to turn off subtitles on Toshiba TV, press Menu, go to Settings > Accessibility > Closed Captions, and set it to Off. To turn off subtitles on Philips TV, press Menu, select Setup or Settings, then Accessibility or Subtitles, and choose Off. For those who need to turn off subtitles on dish, press the Menu button on your Dish remote, go to Settings > Closed Captioning, and select Off.
Still seeing subtitles? Try these fixes
If subtitles persist after following all the steps above, try these troubleshooting methods. This clears temporary glitches. Second, check for firmware updates in your TV's settings menu; manufacturers release updates that fix bugs related to subtitle display. Third, understand that some broadcast signals have permanent embedded subtitles. If subtitles appear only on specific channels or live broadcasts, they are part of the signal itself and cannot be removed by your TV's settings. In that case, the only option is to switch to a different channel or source. Finally, if you accidentally turn on subtitles and cannot find the setting, revisit the accessibility menu and ensure all caption options are set to Off. If you want to know how to turn subtitles on, the same menu paths work in reverse, just select On instead of Off.
