Breaking the Waves

Engelske undersættelser Breaking the Waves (1996)

Love is a mighty power.

Drama Romance
7.5 / 10

In a small, conservative Scottish village, an oilman is paralyzed in an accident. His wife, who prayed for his return, feels guilty; even more, when he urges her to have sex with another.

Runtime 159 min
Language DA
Country Denmark, France, Netherlands
Director Lars von Trier
Budget $8M
Box Office $23M
Handling

Et gribende drama med stærke præstationer og dybe følelser.

7 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
fixed -- 153min@25fps opensubtitles 18,173 .SRT
Breaking the Waves opensubtitles 4,511 CC .SRT
Breaking the Waves opensubtitles 4,511 CC .SRT
Breaking.the.Waves.1996.UHD.BluRay.2160p.DTS-HD.MA.5.1.SDR.HEVC.REMUX-FraMeSToR opensubtitles 361 CC .SRT
Breaking the waves opensubtitles 16,093 CC .SRT
Breaking the Waves (Von Trier, 1996) opensubtitles 3,625 .SRT
Breaking the Waves opensubtitles 2,438 .SRT

Breaking the Waves — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Lars von Trier

Emily Watson Bess McNeill
Stellan Skarsgård Jan Nyman
Katrin Cartlidge Dodo McNeill
Jean-Marc Barr Terry
Adrian Rawlins Dr. Richardson
Jonathan Hackett Priest
Sandra Voe Mother
Udo Kier Sadistic Sailor
Mikkel Gaup Pits
Roef Ragas Pim

Languages Spoken in Breaking the Waves (1996)

Breaking the Waves features dialogue in English. As the original language is not English, accurate English subtitles are essential for English-speaking audiences to fully appreciate the dialogue, cultural references, and storytelling nuances in Breaking the Waves.

Download English Subtitles for Breaking the Waves (1996)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie Breaking the Waves (1996) in .SRT format. We currently have 7 subtitle versions sourced from opensubtitles. Each version corresponds to a different video release, so you can find the subtitle that synchronises perfectly with your file.

The most popular subtitle for Breaking the Waves has been downloaded 18,173 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

Some versions include closed captions (CC) that describe sound effects, music cues, and speaker identification — ideal for hearing-impaired viewers or anyone who wants the fullest experience.

About Breaking the Waves (1996)

In a small, conservative Scottish village, an oilman is paralyzed in an accident. His wife, who prayed for his return, feels guilty; even more, when he urges her to have sex with another.

  • Genre: Drama, Romance
  • Release year: 1996
  • TMDB rating: 7.5 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 159 minutes
  • Director: Lars von Trier
  • Spoken languages: English
  • Country: Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden
  • IMDB ID: tt0115751

Breaking the Waves is a drama movie released in 1996. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for drama titles, where fast-paced dialogue and nuanced conversations carry the emotional weight of the story.

Trivia & Fun Facts about Breaking the Waves (1996)

  • The production budget for Breaking the Waves was approximately $8 million.
  • Breaking the Waves earned approximately $23 million at the worldwide box office.
  • The film earned about 3.1 times its production budget at the box office.
  • Produced by Zentropa Entertainments</strong>, <strong>Liberator Productions</strong>, <strong>Trust Film Svenska.
  • The original language of Breaking the Waves is English, not English.
  • Breaking the Waves is an international co-production involving 5 countries: Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden.
  • Breaking the Waves has been rated by 1,099 users on The Movie Database (TMDB).
Themes & Topics: underdog dying and death prostitute paraplegic parent child relationship faith scotland society tradition prayer excommunication authority 1970s coercion god

How to Add English Subtitles to Breaking the Waves

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your Breaking the Waves video file. It usually contains the source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV) and release group name.
  2. Download the matching .SRT – In the table above, locate the subtitle whose release name matches your video and click the download button.
  3. Rename the subtitle file – Rename the downloaded .SRT file so it has the exact same name as your video file (e.g. breaking-the-waves.srt).
  4. Place both files together – Move the .SRT into the same folder as the video.
  5. Open in your media player – Launch the video in VLC, Kodi, Plex, MPC-HC, PotPlayer, or Infuse. The subtitles will load automatically.

Best Media Players for Breaking the Waves Subtitles

Any media player that supports external .SRT files will work with the subtitles on this page. Here are the most popular options:

  • VLC Media Player – Free, open-source, and available on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. Drag and drop the .SRT file onto the player window or use Subtitle > Add Subtitle File. Press G/H to adjust timing on the fly.
  • Kodi – Ideal for home theatre setups. Place the .SRT in the same folder as the video and Kodi loads it automatically.
  • Plex – Name the .SRT file identically to the video and place it in the same directory. Plex detects it and offers it as a selectable subtitle track.
  • MPC-HC / MPC-BE – Lightweight Windows players with excellent subtitle rendering. Supports .SRT auto-loading and manual delay adjustments.
  • Infuse (Apple TV / iOS) – Automatically picks up .SRT files stored alongside your videos on network shares or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions about Breaking the Waves (1996) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for Breaking the Waves?

You can download free English subtitles for Breaking the Waves (1996) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 7 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the Breaking the Waves subtitles free to download?

Yes, absolutely. Every English subtitle for Breaking the Waves on our website is 100% free. There is no registration, no subscription, and no hidden fees.

Which Breaking the Waves subtitle file should I choose?

Look at the Release column in the subtitle table above and match it to the release version of your video file. Common indicators include the video source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV, DVDRip) and the release group name. If you are not sure which version you have, choose the subtitle with the highest download count (the top version here has 18,173 downloads).

The Breaking the Waves subtitles are out of sync with my video. How do I fix it?

Subtitle timing issues usually occur when the subtitle was created for a different video release. Try these solutions:

  • Download a different subtitle version from the table above that matches your specific release
  • Adjust the subtitle delay in your player: in VLC, press G (delay) or H (advance) to shift subtitles by 50ms per press
  • Use free tools like Subtitle Edit or SubSync to automatically re-synchronise the .SRT file to your video

Are there closed captions (CC) for Breaking the Waves?

Yes. Some of the subtitle versions for Breaking the Waves (1996) include closed captions, marked with the CC tag in the table. These subtitles contain additional descriptions of sound effects, background music, and speaker identification.

Can I use these subtitles on my smart TV?

Yes. Download the .SRT file and save it on a USB drive or network-attached storage in the same folder as your Breaking the Waves video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

Is Breaking the Waves worth watching?

Breaking the Waves (1996) holds a rating of 7.5 out of 10 on TMDB, placing it among the higher-rated movies in its category (Drama, Romance). With accurate English subtitles, you can fully enjoy every line of dialogue.

What is the .SRT subtitle format?

SRT (SubRip Text) is the most widely used subtitle format in the world. It is a simple text file containing numbered entries with timestamps and dialogue text. The .SRT format is supported by virtually every media player, smart TV, streaming device, and video editing tool.