F for Fake

Engelske undersættelser F for Fake (1973)

A magician is just an actor playing the part of a magician.

Documentary
7.4 / 10

Documents the lives of infamous fakers Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving. De Hory, who later committed suicide to avoid more prison time, made his name by selling forged works of art by painters like Picasso and Matisse. Irving was infamous for writing a fake autobiography of Howard Hughes. Welles moves between documentary and fiction as he examines the fundamental elements of fraud and the people who commit fraud at the expense of others.

Runtime 89 min
Language FR
Country France, Germany, Iran
Director Orson Welles
Handling

En fængslende dokumentarfilm med dybdegående indsigt.

10 English subtitles available
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F for Fake — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Orson Welles

Orson Welles Self
Oja Kodar The Girl
Elmyr de Hory Self
Clifford Irving Self
Laurence Harvey Self
Edith Irving Self
David Walsh Self
Paul Stewart Self
Richard Wilson Self
Joseph Cotten Self

Languages Spoken in F for Fake (1973)

F for Fake features dialogue in English, French, Spanish. With multiple languages spoken throughout the movie, having reliable English subtitles ensures you can follow every scene regardless of the language being spoken on screen. Multi-language movies often switch between languages without warning, making subtitles essential for a complete viewing experience.

Download English Subtitles for F for Fake (1973)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie F for Fake (1973) in .SRT format. We currently have 10 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 F for Fake has been downloaded 10,443 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 F for Fake (1973)

Documents the lives of infamous fakers Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving. De Hory, who later committed suicide to avoid more prison time, made his name by selling forged works of art by painters like Picasso and Matisse. Irving was infamous for writing a fake autobiography of Howard Hughes. Welles moves between documentary and fiction as he examines the fundamental elements of fraud and the people who commit fraud at the expense of others.

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release year: 1973
  • TMDB rating: 7.4 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 89 minutes
  • Director: Orson Welles
  • Spoken languages: English, French, Spanish
  • Country: France, Germany, Iran
  • IMDB ID: tt0072962

F for Fake is a documentary movie released in 1973. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for documentary titles, where fast-paced dialogue and narration and interview segments benefit from subtitle accuracy for study and reference.

Trivia & Fun Facts about F for Fake (1973)

  • Produced by SACI</strong>, <strong>Les Films de l'Astrophore</strong>, <strong>Janus Film und Fernsehen.
  • The movie features dialogue in 3 different languages: English, French, Spanish.
  • The original language of F for Fake is English, not English.
  • F for Fake is an international co-production involving 3 countries: France, Germany, Iran.
Themes & Topics: artist manipulation illusion deception ibiza essay film forgery forger trickery

How to Add English Subtitles to F for Fake

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  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. f-for-fake.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.

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  • 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 F for Fake (1973) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for F for Fake?

You can download free English subtitles for F for Fake (1973) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 10 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the F for Fake subtitles free to download?

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

Which F for Fake subtitle file should I choose?

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The F for Fake 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 F for Fake?

Yes. Some of the subtitle versions for F for Fake (1973) 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 F for Fake video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

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.