To change the language on Disney Plus, you need to know two separate methods: one for the audio and subtitles during a movie or show, and another for the app's interface language. The quickest way to adjust how to change language on Disney plus while watching is to open the playback settings menu using the on-screen icon.
How to change language on Disney Plus during playback
The primary way to change the audio or subtitle language is while a title is playing. Open the settings menu during playback by selecting the icon that appears on screen. This icon is typically a keyboard, a speech bubble, or a three-dot symbol. On web and mobile devices, this icon is usually located in the top right corner of the screen. On TV-connected devices, the icon is often in the bottom right corner. Within this menu, you will find options for "Audio" and "Captions/Subtitles." Select your desired audio language from the available options, then select your desired subtitle or caption language, or choose "Off" to disable them. Close the settings menu, often by selecting an "X" or back arrow, to save your changes.
How to change the Disney Plus app interface language
To change the menu and text language of the app itself, you must adjust a per-profile setting. Open the Disney+ app and select the profile icon. Choose "Edit Profiles," then select the profile you want to edit. Under "App Language," select your desired language, and finally select "Done" or "Save." Changing the app language affects the menus and text within the Disney+ application. This change only applies to the profile you edited, so repeat the steps for each profile if needed.
How to change language on specific streaming devices
While the in-playback menu works universally, some devices offer quick-access methods. For Roku devices, press the Star button on the remote during playback to access language settings. Roku also offers a system-wide language setting (Settings > System > Language) that affects all streaming apps, not just Disney Plus. For Apple TV, swipe down on the remote during playback and choose "Audio" or "Subtitles" from the menu. On Amazon Fire TV, you cannot change the language within the Disney Plus app itself; you must change it through Fire TV's system-wide Settings > Preferences > Language. These shortcuts are useful for users who frequently switch between TV casting and streaming apps.
Why can't I find my language on Disney Plus?
If your preferred language is not listed in the audio or subtitle settings, the issue is likely related to "picture versions." Some titles have picture versions to account for regional, linguistic, or creative differences, which can affect available languages. Disney Plus offers up to 28 language options, including specific regional variants like Chinese (Traditional, Simplified, Hong Kong), Portuguese (Portugal, Brazil), Spanish (Spain, Latin America), French (France, Canada), and English (US, UK). The available language options for audio, captions, and subtitles vary by country or region and the specific content title. If your language is missing, try changing the app language for that profile, as it may unlock different content versions. If the app language doesn't match an available picture version for a title, it will default to English; if English is not available, it will play any available version.
Troubleshooting language changes on Disney Plus
If the language settings won't change, start by force quitting and reopening the Disney Plus app. If that doesn't work, restart your phone, tablet, or streaming device. If the problem persists, delete and reinstall the Disney Plus app. If troubleshooting fails, contact the Disney Plus Help Center for further assistance. Typically, the last used audio and subtitle settings will be applied to the next show or movie watched, but it may be necessary to reselect them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does changing the app language affect every profile?
No, changing the app language is a per-profile setting. You must repeat the steps for each profile you want to update.
Will my audio and subtitle settings save for the next movie?
Why do some movies have fewer language options than others?
This means the available languages for audio and subtitles can vary significantly between different movies and shows.
Can I change the language on Disney Plus for a child's profile?
Yes, you can change the app interface language for any profile, including kid's profiles, by editing that specific profile's settings.
