Tired of not understanding the dialogue in your favorite movie or series because there’s too much noise in the room or you have to keep the volume low so you don’t wake someone up? That’s over! Netflix announced an update that revolutionizes how you can view subtitles on the streaming platform, so you don’t miss a single detail of your favorite content.
What are Netflix’s new subtitles like?
According to Netflix, a large number of users watch content with subtitles most of the time. In the United States alone, nearly half of all viewing hours on the platform are with subtitles enabled, which led the streaming giant to analyze the user experience and make updates to improve it.
Previously, subtitles included audio cues and speaker names, as they were mainly intended for the deaf or hard of hearing. This new update displays subtitles on screen in the original language, showing only the spoken dialogue. You can also personalize the subtitles by changing the font and size.
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How to activate Netflix’s new subtitle option?
To activate this new subtitle option, just follow these simple steps:
- Select the movie or series you want to watch.
- Open the language selector.
- You’ll see two subtitle options: one showing only spoken dialogue and one including audio cues.
- Select the one you want – and you’re all set!
The new subtitles are available in all languages offered on the platform and can be activated now on all new Netflix original content.
Top Netflix Series in 2025
In the first months of the year, the streaming platform has released a large number of series; however, some have been more successful than others. Here’s the Top 10 of the best Netflix series of 2025:
- Carlos Alcaraz: My Way
- The Gardener
- The Lady’s Companion
- The Residence
- Adolescence
- The Leopard
- Medusa
- Running Point
- Valeria (Season 4)
- Snow Girl (Season 2)
Without a doubt, Netflix has not disappointed with its new productions, and the coming months are expected to be just as exciting, with the return of iconic series that fans are eagerly waiting to see, such as Stranger Things, Wednesday, The Witcher, and Alice in Borderland.
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What are Netflix’s subscription plans?
Currently, the streaming platform offers three subscription plans, each with different features to suit every user’s needs. Before subscribing to any of them, you can also enjoy a free trial, which you can cancel anytime before the first charge. These are the plans you can choose and what they include with your monthly subscription:
Standard with ads
- Most series and movies from the catalog
- Full mobile game catalog
- Content available in 1080p
- Downloads on 2 devices at once
Standard
- Series and movies without ads
- Full mobile game catalog
- Content available in 1080p
- Downloads on 2 devices at once
- Option to add 1 extra member
Premium
- Access to all content
- View on 4 devices at once
- 4k quality
- Downloads on 6 devices at once
- Option to add 2 extra members
How much does a Netflix subscription cost?
Prices vary depending on the package:
- Standard with ads: $7.99
- Standard: $17.99
- Premium: $22.99
