How to Watch Foreign Movies with Subtitles — Complete Guide 2026
Quick Answer
Enable subtitles on Netflix by tapping the speech bubble icon during playback. On Prime Video, tap the CC button. Most foreign films on Netflix India have Hindi and English subtitle options built in.
Foreign language films are some of the best cinema in the world — but finding them with the right subtitles can be confusing. This guide explains exactly how to watch foreign movies with subtitles on every major streaming platform.
How to Enable Subtitles on Streaming Platforms
Netflix
- Start playing a movie or TV show
- Click or tap the speech bubble icon (bottom right on web, top right on mobile)
- Select your preferred subtitle language
- For auto-translate subtitles in new languages, tap the translate icon if available
Netflix India has Hindi and English subtitles for most foreign language content. Korean dramas, Spanish series, and French films almost always have Hindi subtitle options.
Prime Video
- Start playing content
- Tap the screen to show controls, then tap the speech bubble or "CC" button
- Select subtitle language from the menu
- Audio language can also be changed in the same menu
JioHotstar
- During playback, tap the "CC" button in the player controls
- Select subtitle language (Hindi, English, or regional languages)
Best Foreign Films to Watch with Subtitles
These foreign language films are exceptional and available with English and Hindi subtitles:
- Parasite (Korean) — Oscar-winning class warfare thriller. Available on Netflix with Hindi subtitles.
- Pan's Labyrinth (Spanish) — Guillermo del Toro's dark fairy tale. Available on multiple platforms.
- Amélie (French) — A charming romantic comedy set in Paris. One of the most beloved French films.
- City of God (Brazilian Portuguese) — A brutal, brilliant crime film set in Rio de Janeiro's favelas.
- The Handmaiden (Korean) — A twisting psychological thriller about a con plot that goes wrong.
Downloading Subtitles for Offline Use
If a streaming platform doesn't have subtitles in your language, you can download SRT subtitle files from sites like OpenSubtitles.org and load them into VLC media player or MX Player on Android. NetMirror also has a subtitle download feature — use the CC button in the player to search and download subtitles for any title.
Finding Foreign Films by Language
Use NetMirror to browse by language: Korean, Spanish, French, Japanese, Turkish, and more. Every language page shows all available content in that language across streaming platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I turn on Hindi subtitles on Netflix?
During playback, click the speech bubble icon or go to Audio & Subtitles. Select Hindi under the Subtitles section. Most international films on Netflix India include Hindi subtitles.
Can I watch Korean dramas with Hindi subtitles?
Yes. Popular Korean dramas like Squid Game, Crash Landing on You, and Business Proposal on Netflix India all have Hindi subtitle options in the Audio & Subtitles menu.
How do I add subtitles to a movie I downloaded?
Download an SRT subtitle file from OpenSubtitles.org matching your movie's language and version. In VLC, go to Subtitle > Add Subtitle File. In MX Player, tap the subtitle icon and browse for the file.
What app plays subtitles automatically in India?
Netflix and Prime Video automatically load available subtitles in your preferred language based on app settings. In settings, set your subtitle preference to Hindi or English to enable them automatically.
Browse Foreign Films on NetMirror
Find foreign language films by language with subtitle availability info.
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