The Big Sleep

Engelske undersættelser The Big Sleep (1946)

The picture they were born for!

Mystery Crime Thriller
7.6 / 10

Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.

Runtime 114 min
Language EN
Country United States of America
Director Howard Hawks
Budget $0M
Box Office $11M
Handling

En mørk og medrivende kriminalfilm med komplekse karakterer.

10 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
original 116 minutes version opensubtitles 11,224 .SRT
The Big Sleep.1946.DVDRip.PAL.x264 opensubtitles 6,092 .SRT
The.Big.Sleep.DC.1946.D5.MiniSD-TLF opensubtitles 3,763 .SRT
The.Big.Sleep.Prerelease.1945.DvdRip.XviD.avi opensubtitles 3,091 .SRT
The.Big.Sleep.Prerelease.1945.DvdRip.XviD.avi opensubtitles 3,091 .SRT
Humphrey Bogart - The Big Sleep (1946) DVDRip (SiRiUs sHaRe) opensubtitles 16,086 .SRT
Big Sleep, The (1946) opensubtitles 23,505 .SRT
The.Big.Sleep.1946.720p.BluRay.x264-SiNNERS opensubtitles 2,353 CC .SRT
The Big Sleep opensubtitles 1,234 .SRT
The Big Sleep (1946), Howard Hawks opensubtitles 1,566 .SRT

The Big Sleep — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Howard Hawks

Humphrey Bogart Philip Marlowe
Lauren Bacall Vivian Sternwood Rutledge
John Ridgely Eddie Mars
Martha Vickers Carmen Sternwood
Louis Jean Heydt Joe Brody
Charles Waldron General Sternwood
Regis Toomey Chief Inspector Bernie Ohls
Sonia Darrin Agnes Lowzier (uncredited)
Elisha Cook Jr. Harry Jones
Bob Steele Lash Canino

Languages Spoken in The Big Sleep (1946)

The Big Sleep features dialogue in English. English subtitles remain valuable for non-native English speakers, viewers in noisy environments, people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and anyone who prefers to read along with the dialogue for better comprehension.

Download English Subtitles for The Big Sleep (1946)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie The Big Sleep (1946) 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 The Big Sleep has been downloaded 23,505 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 The Big Sleep (1946)

Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.

  • Genre: Mystery, Crime, Thriller
  • Release year: 1946
  • TMDB rating: 7.6 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 114 minutes
  • Director: Howard Hawks
  • Spoken languages: English
  • Country: United States of America
  • IMDB ID: tt0038355

The Big Sleep is a mystery movie released in 1946. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for mystery titles, where fast-paced dialogue and intense scenes can make spoken lines difficult to catch.

Trivia & Fun Facts about The Big Sleep (1946)

  • The Big Sleep earned approximately $11 million at the worldwide box office.
  • The film earned more than 43 times its production budget, making it a major box office success.
  • Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures.
  • The Big Sleep has been rated by 1,136 users on The Movie Database (TMDB).
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How to Add English Subtitles to The Big Sleep

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your The Big Sleep 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. the-big-sleep.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 The Big Sleep 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 The Big Sleep (1946) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for The Big Sleep?

You can download free English subtitles for The Big Sleep (1946) 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 The Big Sleep subtitles free to download?

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

Which The Big Sleep 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 23,505 downloads).

The The Big Sleep 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 The Big Sleep?

Yes. Some of the subtitle versions for The Big Sleep (1946) 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 The Big Sleep video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

Is The Big Sleep worth watching?

The Big Sleep (1946) holds a rating of 7.6 out of 10 on TMDB, placing it among the higher-rated movies in its category (Mystery, Crime, Thriller). 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.