Departures

Engelske undersættelser Departures (2008)

The gift of last memories.

Drama
7.9 / 10

Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.

Runtime 130 min
Language JA
Country Japan
Director Yojiro Takita
Box Office $70M
Handling

En rørende dramatisk film om menneskers styrke og sårbarhed.

12 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
spellchecked opensubtitles 6,643 .SRT
Okuribito.Departures.2008.JPN.DVDRip.x264.AC3-8thSin opensubtitles 19,211 .SRT
Departures - OSCAR JAPO opensubtitles 1,948 .SRT
Okuribito.Departures.2008.JPN.DVDRip.x264.AC3-8thSin opensubtitles 4,223 .SRT
Okuribito.Departures.2008.JPN.DVDRip.x264.AC3-8thSin opensubtitles 4,223 .SRT
Departures 1 opensubtitles 2,602 .SRT
Departures 1 opensubtitles 2,602 .SRT
Departures.2008.DVDRip.XviD-GAYGAY opensubtitles 4,104 .SRT
Departures.2008.DVDRip.XviD-GAYGAY opensubtitles 4,104 .SRT
Departures English srt opensubtitles 3,748 .SRT
Departures.2008.JAP.DVDRip.XviD.CiELO opensubtitles 1,346 .SRT
Departures.2008.JAP.DVDRip.XviD.CiELO opensubtitles 1,346 .SRT

Departures — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Yojiro Takita

Masahiro Motoki Daigo Kobayashi
Hirosue Ryoko Mika Kobayashi
Tsutomu Yamazaki Ikuei Sasaki
Kimiko Yo Yuriko Kamimura
Tetta Sugimoto Yamashita
Toru Minegishi Yoshiki Kobayashi
Tatsuo Yamada Togashi
Yukiko Tachibana
Yukari Tachibana Rie Yamashita
Genjitsu Shu

Languages Spoken in Departures (2008)

Departures features dialogue in Japanese. 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 Departures.

Download English Subtitles for Departures (2008)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie Departures (2008) in .SRT format. We currently have 12 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 Departures has been downloaded 19,211 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

About Departures (2008)

Daigo, a cellist, is laid off from his orchestra and moves with his wife back to his small hometown where the living is cheaper. Thinking he’s applying for a job at a travel agency he finds he’s being interviewed for work with departures of a more permanent nature – as an undertaker’s assistant.

  • Genre: Drama
  • Release year: 2008
  • TMDB rating: 7.9 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 130 minutes
  • Director: Yojiro Takita
  • Spoken languages: Japanese
  • Country: Japan
  • IMDB ID: tt1069238

Departures is a drama movie released in 2008. 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 Departures (2008)

  • Departures earned approximately $70 million at the worldwide box office.
  • Produced by TBS</strong>, <strong>Amuse Soft Entertainment</strong>, <strong>MBS.
  • The original language of Departures is Japanese, not English.
Themes & Topics: dying and death funeral octopus coffin cello musical based on memoir or autobiography odd job yamagata hopeful

How to Add English Subtitles to Departures

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your Departures 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. departures.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 Departures 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 Departures (2008) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for Departures?

You can download free English subtitles for Departures (2008) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 12 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the Departures subtitles free to download?

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

Which Departures 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 19,211 downloads).

The Departures 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

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 Departures video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

Is Departures worth watching?

Departures (2008) holds a rating of 7.9 out of 10 on TMDB, placing it among the higher-rated movies in its category (Drama). 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.